Front Brake Caliper and Ceramic Pad Kit

Complete Front Axle Overhaul for GM Trucks, Vans, and SUVs

This 3-piece brake service kit is engineered to restore the stopping performance and safety of your heavy-duty GM or Dodge vehicle. It includes a pair of precision-remanufactured front brake calipers and a matching set of premium ceramic brake pads. By combining the calipers and pads into a single kit, you ensure consistent piston pressure and optimized friction material compatibility, resulting in a quieter, smoother, and more reliable braking experience.

Fitment Verification and Vehicle Applications

This kit is designed for a wide range of full-size trucks and vans, particularly those with Heavy Duty (RPO J55 or F44) brake packages or specific Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) ratings.

• Chevrolet/GMC C1500 & K1500: 1988–1999 (Includes Suburban and Tahoe/Yukon models).

• Chevrolet/GMC C2500 & K2500: 1988–1998 (Models with 7200LB GVW and 6-lug wheels).

• Chevrolet Express & GMC Savana 1500/2500: 1996–2002 (Models with 7300LB GVW).

• Chevrolet Astro & GMC Safari: 1990–2002 (All-Wheel Drive models).

• Cadillac Deville, Fleetwood, & 60 Special: 1990–1993 (Models with RPO J55 Heavy Duty Brakes).

• Cadillac Escalade: 1999–2000.

• Dodge Ram 1500: 1994–1999.

Technical Specifications and Attributes

These components are built to handle the heat and stress of towing and heavy-duty hauling.

Brake Caliper Features

• Configuration: Front Driver and Passenger Side.

• Design: Cast iron housing with high-quality seals to prevent leaks and sticking.

• Installation: Includes bleeder screws and necessary mounting hardware.

Ceramic Brake Pad Details

• Friction Material: Premium Ceramic (Low-Dust formula).

• Bonding Type: Premium Posi-Bonded (Ensures the friction material stays secure to the backing plate).

• Benefits: Reduced brake fade, minimal rotor wear, and noise-dampening shims.

What’s in the Box

• (1) Front Driver Side Brake Caliper

• (1) Front Passenger Side Brake Caliper

• (1) Complete Front Ceramic Brake Pad Set (4 pads total)

Industry Cross-Reference Numbers

This kit utilizes components equivalent to the following manufacturer and aftermarket part numbers:

• General Motors: 18029756, 18029805, 12321448, 89026844

• Dodge: 4746371, 4874866

• Raybestos: FRC4417, FRC4418, EHT369H, MGD369CH

• ACDelco: 18FR745C, 18FR746C

• Cardone: 18-4299, 18-4300

• Centric: 141.66017, 141.66018

Installation and Safety Guidelines

• Identify Your RPO Code: For Cadillac and early GM truck owners, check your glove box for a sticker with "J55" or "F44" to confirm you have the heavy-duty brake system required for this kit.

• Fluid Flush: When replacing calipers, it is the perfect time to perform a full brake fluid flush. Old, contaminated fluid can damage new internal seals and reduce braking efficiency.

• Copper Washers: Use the new copper crush washers included with the calipers. Reusing old washers often leads to fluid weeping at the banjo bolt connection.

• Bedding-In: Perform several moderate stops from 35 mph to 5 mph after installation to transfer a thin layer of ceramic material to the rotors. This ensures maximum stopping power and prevents squealing.