Brake Calipers 18005262 for Avanti II 1968-1985

Part Name: Brake Caliper, Pinzas de Freno

Part Number: 164072, 18005262, 18010480, 18016155, 18023281, 8180161550, 8180232810

Parameters:

Inlet Port Size M10 x 1.5
Package Contents Caliper, Hardware Kit
Bleeder Port Size M10 x 1.5
Brake Caliper Finish Powder Coated
Piston Size (OD) (mm) 63.40
Piston Size (OD) (in) 2.50

Applications:

Avanti II 1968-1985
Buick Century 1978-1981
Buick Regal 1978-1987
Chevrolet Blazer 1995-1997
Chevrolet Camaro 1982-1992
Chevrolet EL Camino 1978-1987
Chevrolet LLV 1987-1995
Chevrolet Malibu 1978-1983
Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1978-1988
Chevrolet S10 Blazer 1983-1992
Chevrolet S10 Pickup 1982-2003
GMC Caballero 1978-1987
GMC Jimmy 1992-1997
GMC S15 Jimmy 1983-1991
GMC S15 Pickup 1982-1990
GMC Sonoma 1991-2003
Isuzu Hombre 1996-2000
Oldsmobile Cutlass 1978-1981
Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais 1978-1984
Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 1987
Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser 1980-1983
Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon 1978-1987
Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1978-1988
Pontiac Bonneville 1982-1986
Pontiac Firebird 1982-1992
Pontiac Grand AM 1978-1980
Pontiac Grand Lemans 1978-1982
Pontiac Grand Prix 1978-1987
Pontiac Lemans 1978-1981

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).