BBB Industries 97-17824B Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left

Remanufactured Front Left Brake Caliper

BBB Industries 97-17824B is a remanufactured disc brake caliper for the front left position on select Ford, Mercury, and Thunderbird applications. It is built with a cast iron body, gray rust-preventative finish, and a steel piston for dependable brake hydraulic performance.

This BBB Industries reman caliper w/ installation hardware line focuses on service-ready brake hydraulics for classic Ford and Mercury platforms, including Mustang, Thunderbird, Cougar, Capri, LTD, Marquis, and Zephyr applications. Part number 97-17824B is a direct-fit front left caliper for the listed vehicles.

• Remanufactured disc brake caliper for front left installation
• Cast iron casting with rust-preventative finish
• Steel piston with 60 mm piston diameter
• Bleeder screw included; dust boots included
• Inlet thread size: M12-1.0
• Gray caliper color for a clean service appearance
• Package contents include brake pad installation hardware with banjo bolt and copper crush washers where applicable

Detailed Product Overview

BBB Industries 97-17824B is engineered as a remanufactured brake caliper for vehicles that use a single-piston front left disc brake setup. The cast iron housing and steel piston support stable hydraulic operation, while the included bleeder screw and dust boots help complete the service assembly. This caliper is specified for 1983-1993 Ford Mustang front left, 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar front left, 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird front left, and other listed Ford and Mercury mid-size applications.

For shoppers searching for a front left brake caliper for 1988 Ford Mustang, 1987 Ford Thunderbird, or 1984 Mercury Capri, part number 97-17824B matches the confirmed fitment shown below. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.

What This Caliper Helps Address

• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper body or piston seal area
• Uneven front brake performance on the left side
• Sticking or seized caliper piston movement
• Corrosion-related caliper wear on older brake systems
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal response caused by hydraulic caliper issues

Installation Notes

Verify front left position, inlet thread size, and piston diameter before installation. Inspect brake hoses, pads, rotors, and mounting surfaces during service, and bleed the brake system after installation to remove trapped air. Where applicable, use the included banjo bolt and copper crush washers with the correct brake line connection. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for 1983-1993 Ford Mustang, 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar, 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird, 1984-1986 Mercury Capri, 1984-1986 Ford LTD, 1984-1986 Mercury Marquis, and 1983 Mercury Zephyr applications before ordering.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactures brake components to service OE-style hydraulic applications with attention to fit, finish, and functional restoration. Part number 97-17824B is a remanufactured brake caliper built for the listed Ford and Mercury front left applications.

• Fits 1988-1993 Ford Mustang, front left
• Fits 1984-1986 Ford Mustang, front left
• Fits 1987-1988 Ford Thunderbird, front left; w/ rear drum
• Fits 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar, front left
• Fits 1984-1986 Ford LTD, front left; mid size
• Fits 1983-1986 Ford Thunderbird, front left
• Fits 1984-1986 Mercury Capri, front left
• Fits 1984-1986 Mercury Marquis, front left; mid size
• Fits 1983 Ford LTD, front left; mid size; from 11/82
• Fits 1983 Ford Mustang, front left; from 12/82
• Fits 1983 Mercury Capri, front left; from 11/82
• Fits 1983 Mercury Marquis, front left; mid size; from 11/82
• Fits 1983 Mercury Zephyr, front left; from 11/82