BBB Industries
Reman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware

BBB Industries 97-17817B Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left

Brand BBB Industries 97-17817B
Position Front Left
Anti-Squeal Shims Included No
Bleeder Screw Cap Included No
Bleeder Screw Included Yes
Bleeder Screw Size 3/8-24 x 1
Bleeder Screw Thread (in) 3/8-24
Bracket Included No
Bracket Mounting Bolts Included No
Caliper And Pad Hardware Included No
Caliper Color Gray
Caliper Finish Rust Preventative
Caliper Slides Included Not Applicable
Casting Material Cast Iron
Dust Boots Included Yes
Hardware Included Yes
Inlet Fitting Type Plug
Inlet Port Thread Size (in) 7/16-20
Inlet Thread Size 7/16-24
New or Remanufactured Remanufactured
Package Contents Includes Brake Pad Installation Hardware W/ Banjo Bolt & Copper Crush Washers - Where Applicable
Pads Included No
Piston 1 Diameter (mm) 79
Piston Material Steel
Piston Outside Diameter (in) 3
Piston Outside Diameter (mm) 79
Wear Sensors Included No
Product line Reman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 44 vehicles

Remanufactured caliper. Restored for dependable braking performance with a cast iron body.

Installation hardware included. Comes with brake pad hardware, banjo bolt, and copper crush washers where applicable.

Rust preventative finish. Helps protect the caliper housing from corrosion.

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Remanufactured Front Left Brake Caliper

BBB Industries 97-17817B is a remanufactured disc brake caliper for the front left position on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It uses a cast iron body, a steel piston, and a rust preventative finish to support dependable brake service on classic full-size applications.

The BBB Industries Reman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware line focuses on remanufactured brake hydraulics built for direct replacement service. Part number 97-17817B includes brake pad installation hardware where applicable, along with a bleeder screw and dust boots for a more complete caliper service.

Key Features

  • Remanufactured disc brake caliper for front left installation
  • Cast iron caliper body with gray rust preventative finish
  • Single 79 mm steel piston
  • Bleeder screw included
  • Dust boots included
  • Inlet fitting uses a plug-style connection
  • Brake pad installation hardware included where applicable
  • Part number 97-17817B

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1972-1979 Ford Thunderbird, front left.
  • Fits 1973-1979 Lincoln Continental, front left.
  • Fits 1974-1979 Mercury Cougar, front left.
  • Fits 1973-1978 Ford LTD, front left.
  • Fits 1975-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, front left.
  • Fits 1973-1978 Mercury Marquis, front left.
  • Fits 1972-1976 Mercury Montego, front left.
  • Fits 1973-1974 Mercury Colony Park, front left.

What This Caliper Helps Address

  • Leaking or sticking front left brake caliper
  • Uneven brake pad wear caused by caliper piston issues
  • Reduced braking response from worn hydraulic components
  • Corrosion on older brake caliper assemblies
  • Bleeding service needs during brake system repair

Installation Notes

Verify front left position, inlet thread size, and brake hose connection before installation. This caliper is remanufactured for direct replacement service on listed Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, Ford LTD, Mercury Grand Marquis, Mercury Marquis, Mercury Montego, and Mercury Colony Park applications. Part number 97-17817B should be matched to the vehicle’s original brake configuration before assembly.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured brake hydraulics are rebuilt for service replacement use with attention to core condition, sealing components, and functional hardware details. This caliper is supplied as a remanufactured unit under BBB Industries part number 97-17817B.

This part fits 44 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1979FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1979LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1979MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978MercuryGrand MarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1978MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977MercuryGrand MarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1977MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976MercuryGrand MarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1976MercuryMontegoFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975MercuryGrand MarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1975MercuryMontegoFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974MercuryColony ParkFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974MercuryCougarFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1974MercuryMontegoFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973FordLTDFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973LincolnContinentalFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973MercuryColony ParkFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973MercuryMarquisFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1973MercuryMontegoFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1972FordThunderbirdFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware
1972MercuryMontegoFront LeftReman Caliper w/ Installation Hardware