I have a 2000 4x4 V6 SR5, TRD, etc. with 115k miles. I have noticed a loss of braking power over the last year. Now, it doesn't even feel like I have power brakes. I can't get them to come close to locking up; or even kick in the ABS no matter how hard and fast I smash the pedal. I replaced the front pads a while back, and they still have plenty of meat on them. I just got done replacing the master cylinder and replacing the fluid with DOT 4. I did a decent bleed job, the pedal is firm and doesn't fade. Guess what? It still brakes just like it did last week! Does anyone have any idea what it might be? I'd hate to go to the dealership and spend $1k on something that I could fix myself for $50.
Other info: The ABS light came on a few times last year, but would be off the next time I started the truck. Also, the first time or two that I use the brakes in the morning, it grabs like its supposed to, then I'm back to difficult braking. The pedal doesn't go to the floor. It almost feels like there are no front brakes (hence the replacement of the master cylinder), the front end doesn't "dive" when I hit the brakes hard. Any tips would be useful.
Other info: The ABS light came on a few times last year, but would be off the next time I started the truck. Also, the first time or two that I use the brakes in the morning, it grabs like its supposed to, then I'm back to difficult braking. The pedal doesn't go to the floor. It almost feels like there are no front brakes (hence the replacement of the master cylinder), the front end doesn't "dive" when I hit the brakes hard. Any tips would be useful.