1pc Disc Assembly 18005245 for Cadillac Brougham 1987-1992

Part Name: Brake Caliper, Pinzas de Freno

Part Number: 18005245, 18007947, 18015383

Parameters:

Inlet Port Size M10 x 1.5
Package Contents Caliper, Hardware Kit
Bleeder Port Size M10 x 1.5
Piston Size (OD) (mm) 74.55
Piston Size (OD) (in) 2.94

Applications:

Cadillac Brougham 1987-1992
Cadillac Commercial Chassis 1979-1984
Cadillac Fleetwood 1980-1996
Checker Marathon 1980-1982
Chevrolet C10 Pickup 1979-1986
Chevrolet C10 Suburban 1979-1986
Chevrolet C20 Pickup 1979-1986
Chevrolet C20 Suburban 1979-1986
Chevrolet G10 1979-1995
Chevrolet G20 1979-1995
Chevrolet K5 Blazer 1979-1982
Chevrolet P10 1979
Chevrolet P20 1979-1989
Chevrolet R10 Pickup 1987
Chevrolet R10 Suburban 1987-1988
Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 1989-1991
Chevrolet R20 Pickup 1987-1988
Chevrolet R20 Suburban 1987-1988
Chevrolet R2500 Suburban 1989-1991
GMC C1500 Pickup 1979-1986
GMC C1500 Suburban 1979-1986
GMC C2500 Pickup 1979-1986
GMC C2500 Suburban 1979-1986
GMC G1500 1979-1995
GMC G2500 1979-1995
GMC Jimmy 1979-1982
GMC P1500 1979
GMC P2500 1979-1989
GMC R1500 Pickup 1987
GMC R1500 Suburban 1987-1991
GMC R2500 Pickup 1987-1988
GMC R2500 Suburban 1987-1990

What is a brake caliper?

Brake calipers are an important part of a vehicle's braking system, located near the wheels and responsible for managing the interaction between the brake pads and discs. This interaction creates friction that slows or stops the vehicle's movement. Brake calipers play a vital role in ensuring efficient braking and safe driving of modern cars and trucks.

Why are brake calipers important? Proper design and performance of brake calipers is critical to a vehicle's overall braking efficiency and safety. Brake calipers must be maintained and inspected regularly to ensure they are working properly as this is vital to vehicle safety. Insufficient brake calipers will significantly reduce braking performance, thereby endangering driving safety. Therefore, regular inspection of brake calipers and pads to identify leaks, excessive wear, or damage is critical to maintaining the reliability of your braking system.

The function of car calipers:

◆ Brake calipers are devices designed to slow down, stop, or keep moving wheels in a stationary position. They are primarily used in vehicles equipped with disc brake systems.

◆ In a car's disc brake system, various components work together: a brake oil pump, a brake disc connected to the wheels, and a brake caliper positioned on the disc. When the brakes are applied, high-pressure brake oil is pumped, pushing the piston inside the caliper. This exerts pressure on the brake pads, causing them to press against the brake disc, resulting in the desired braking effect.

◆ Disc brakes can be categorized into two types: ordinary disc brakes and ventilated disc brakes. Ventilated disc brakes have a gap between two brake discs, allowing air to flow through. Some ventilated discs feature circular ventilation holes, while others have ventilation slots or pre-made rectangular ventilation holes on the disc surface.

◆ Ventilated disc brakes harness the airflow, providing superior cooling and heating effects compared to ordinary disc brakes. The main advantages of disc brakes include their ability to rapidly bring a vehicle to a stop, superior heat dissipation compared to drum brakes, and consistent braking efficiency, which makes them compatible with advanced electronic systems like anti-lock braking systems (ABS).