4 pot calipers

[carl2609]

Hi all,

looking to upgrade the brakes on my 240Z. I believe Hilux 4 pots bolt straight on. Anyone want to sell a pair??

Does anyone know where to get some in Sydney??

Cheers Carl

[sco_aus]

Go and check out some 4wd forums like 4wdaction, outerlimits, overlander etc and see if anyone is wrecking a '80s through '90s hilux.  Make sure they have the S12 stamp on the side of them.  Yes they do bolt straight on and are good, though you will probably need to upgrade your brake MC to 15/16th to suit.  But do remember they are quite heavy..

[stevo_gj]

Go and check out some 4wd forums like 4wdaction, outerlimits, overlander etc and see if anyone is wrecking a '80s through '90s hilux.  Make sure they have the S12 stamp on the side of them.  Yes they do bolt straight on and are good, though you will probably need to upgrade your brake MC to 15/16th to suit.  But do remember they are quite heavy..

 

 

I have this upgrade and have had no problems using the stock master cylinder, although mine WAS reconditioned...

[sco_aus]

I found it too spongy and when pushed hard for a few hard corners went to the floor.

[Mr240z]

Hey Carl there's always hilux caliper's on Ebay..

 

I just got a set for $120 del..They come up every other week..

 

If you need to throw a rubber kit though them I've got the part number if you need it..

 

Try same wreckers that do hilux parts you'll get a set for around that price..

 

Have a look at this write up with step by step instructions and pictures.

 

Toyota S12-8 Brake Upgrade

 

The stock calipers on 70 to 78z's can be upgraded by bolting on Sumitumo S12-8 calipers from early 1980's Toyota 4X4 trucks.

 

http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/toyotabrakeupgrade/index.html

 

                                          Paul

[S30Mike]

yep, what Pauly said there on ebay all the time.

 

which reminds me i should probably buy a set too. but there is definatly something wrong with my MC.. gotta upgrade that too.

[carl2609]

Thanks for the info guys,

found a set and will install when i get car back from having gearbox rebuilt. Then 3 core alloy radiator, electronic ign & fuel pump + fully reco seats go in next (look great having had them re built and upolstered. Can't wait to drive it again.

[nizm0zed]

remember that you may need to upgrade the rotors too.

 

there is a sticky thread on the brakes/suspension section.

[Mr240z]

remember that you may need to upgrade the rotors too.

 

there is a sticky thread on the brakes/suspension section.

 

Not if your using s12-8 hilux caliper's..

[Lynton]

Does that mean an upgrade of wheels to fit as well?

Lynton