{"product_id":"bbb-industries-97-17242b-disc-brake-caliper","title":"BBB Industries 97-17242B Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview of BBB Industries Reman Caliper w\/ Installation Hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe BBB Industries Reman Caliper w\/ Installation Hardware (part number 97-17242B) is designed for reliable braking performance on select Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles. This remanufactured disc brake caliper comes with essential installation hardware to facilitate a straightforward replacement process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemanufactured cast iron caliper housing with rust preventative finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes brake pad installation hardware, banjo bolt, and copper crush washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with a steel piston measuring 75 mm (3 inches) in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a 3\/8-24 bleeder screw with included bleeder screw cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boots and hardware included for proper sealing and installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Line Details: Reman Caliper w\/ Installation Hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Reman Caliper w\/ Installation Hardware line from BBB Industries focuses on providing remanufactured disc brake calipers that include necessary installation components such as hardware and banjo bolts. This ensures compatibility and ease of installation for technicians working on compatible GM vehicles. The calipers are cast from durable iron and finished with rust preventative coating to extend service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Description and Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis remanufactured disc brake caliper features a robust cast iron housing with a gray rust preventative finish to resist corrosion. The single steel piston has a diameter of 75 mm (3 inches), providing consistent braking force. The caliper includes a 3\/8-24 bleeder screw for proper brake fluid bleeding and dust boots to protect internal components from contaminants. Installation hardware is supplied, including the banjo bolt and copper crush washers, but brake pads are not included. The inlet fitting uses a banjo bolt with M10-1.5 thread size, ensuring compatibility with specified GM models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Vehicles and Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuick models such as LeSabre, Skylark, and Riviera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCadillac models including DeVille, Fleetwood, and Seville\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet models like Camaro, Caprice, and C10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGMC trucks including C1500 and R1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOldsmobile and Pontiac models such as Bonneville, Firebird, and Parisienne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues Addressed by This Caliper\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake fluid leaks due to worn or damaged caliper seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven brake pad wear caused by caliper piston sticking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced braking performance from corroded or seized caliper components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise related to caliper hardware failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty bleeding brakes due to faulty bleeder screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the brake system is properly bled after installation using the included bleeder screw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect brake pads separately as they are not included with this caliper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the supplied banjo bolt and copper crush washers to prevent leaks at the inlet fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify compatibility with vehicle make and model before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck dust boots for proper seating to avoid contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance and Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBB Industries remanufactured calipers undergo rigorous inspection and testing to meet OEM specifications. The rust preventative finish and inclusion of installation hardware support long-term reliability. While specific warranty details are not provided here, BBB Industries typically offers limited warranties on remanufactured brake components to ensure customer confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBB Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45236969767093,"sku":"BGRT-97-17242B","price":44.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/VI_9717242B_Lef_862dbb5e-ea1d-4122-b3a7-c22b7bb3de7a.jpg?v=1775138332","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbb-industries-97-17242b-disc-brake-caliper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}