The brake proportioning on this thing is horrible. :eek:
I hate how "grabby" the brakes are at low speeds. I can't help but think it's because the front discs are doing almost all of the work.

I'd like to put discs on the rear and run a different proportioning valve.

Has anyone done this and if so what did you use and approximately how much did it cost?

Thanks!
Alan

 

Guess not.. i'll start researching it and i'll keep you all posted.

Alan

 

i saw a article last month that used a full floating hub and axle design, not sure who made it, but it used fj-60 rotors I think, ill look around for it and i know that it cost around 1000 bucks to do it before installation....ill keep an eye out!
later
wade

 

www.frontrangeoffroadfab.com

They sell a rear free floater/disk brake conversion kit for like $699. However it doesn't include everything. You will need some other parts as well. I am not sure whether it fits all Yoters either. I know that it will fit mine though!

 

Gibby has rear discs (upindair)

 

Big Top - not sure if you're still thinking about this but I was looking for SS brake lines today and found this. $499 for the conversion kit.

http://www.allprooffroad.com/brake.html

 

I have done disk brake swaps on two of mine. I used '81 Monte Carlos with Chevy Rotors. Turned out really nice. The '85 runner came out really nice with the FZJ80 Master Cylinder. I made my own brackets. Total cost was around $200 for the parts.
I will update my site soon. I had it on there, but am in the process of changing it.
Here is a photo before installing to the 4Runner.

 

Thanks for all the input guys. I'm still kicking this around but as always money is an issue.

I'm starting a new job on the 25th and taking a HUGE paycut so i can get into a new industry. (Car salesman to Banking)

Once i get situated and making some real money I'll tackle the rear disc conversion...

First and foremost, though, I have to get this blower installed on my Cobra.

Thanks again,
Alan