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Old 11-27-13, 07:24 AM
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Default Brake master cylinder

Guys I need some help to get a replacement brake master cylinder for my 2000 GS400. Let me know where to look...NO DEALER
Old 11-27-13, 07:47 AM
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Ebay.

You know, the LS V8 swap guys remove the OEM unit and replace it with a Camary system. They don't have ABS aftward but, they didn't spend $1900 for a new master cylinder either.

All the parts for that unit are available from Lexus. You don't have to replace the whole unit.
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Don't waste your time with a 1998-2000 master cylinder - get one from a parted out 2001-2004 used gs300 or gs400/430. A member on here aliga sold me mine - he parts cars in NY I believe. He gave me a great deal, $400 shipped, and my mechanic put it in for about $100. Its a simple swap, there is single sensor that you need to keep from your old unit, and screw into your newer unit (since your old computer doesn't understand the codes from the newer sensor, so you keep your older sensor and screw it into your newer MBC), but other than that its a piece of cake. This is a major improvement in brake feel and power as well. The newer unit is much improved and worth the upgrade on performance and feel alone in my book.

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I sold mine for $400 too.
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I appreciate the info guys
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What's going on with your current one?
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I have one for $375 shipped If interested send me an email.
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Originally Posted by rgarjr
What's going on with your current one?
The pedal goes all the way down if you hold it for 1-2 seconds and it feels very soft
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Originally Posted by JeffTsai
I have one for $375 shipped If interested send me an email.
I send you a PM Jeff, what year is yours from?
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Originally Posted by JeffTsai
I have one for $375 shipped If interested send me an email.
that's a really good price
Old 11-28-13, 02:41 PM
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im selling mine for 300$ and shipping let me know
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mine is out of a 98gs300
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I am looking for a 2001 and up...still looking
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Think there was a write up a few months ago that the SC430 Brake Master Cylinder will work also... ebay...
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Try out the SC430 BMC. Check out ebay for a used set... Much cheaper than brand new OEM.


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