Keep hydraulic braking force moving to the pads with the Carlson Disc Brake Caliper Piston 7516. Inside the caliper, the piston uses brake fluid pressure to push the brake pads against the rotor, so a scored, seized, or corroded original can leave you with a dragging or under-performing brake. This piston drops in as a direct-fit replacement for front disc brakes on many GM vehicles, among them the 1967-1968 Chevrolet Camaro, 1967-1968 Pontiac Firebird and 1967-1968 Pontiac GTO — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Brakes work as a system — when the friction material is due, inspect the caliper hardware at the same time. Sold individually; the listed applications use 8 per vehicle, so order the quantity your car requires. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: FH7516 · DPS85033
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What does this caliper piston do?
It sits inside the brake caliper and uses brake fluid pressure to force the brake pads against the rotor. As part of the caliper assembly, it is what converts hydraulic pressure into braking force.
Which vehicles does the Carlson 7516 fit?
It is a direct-fit front piston for many GM vehicles, including the 1967-1968 Chevrolet Camaro, 1967-1968 Pontiac Firebird and 1967-1968 Pontiac GTO. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for the complete list.
What size is this piston?
It is made of steel with a 2 in (51.3 mm) diameter and a 1-1/6 in (29.5 mm) height.
How many pistons do I need?
The piston is sold individually. The listed applications use 8 per vehicle, so order the quantity your specific car requires.
When should I replace a caliper piston?
Signs it may need attention include a scored, seized, or corroded piston, a dragging brake, or fluid leakage at the caliper. Inspect the caliper hardware whenever the pads are due.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
