Cardone 18-8000S Disc Brake Caliper

Remanufactured Disc Brake Caliper

The Cardone Unloaded Caliper 18-8000S is a remanufactured disc brake caliper built to OE fit and performance standards. It is pressure-tested, finished in gray with an oil emulsion coating, and supplied with a hardware kit for a cleaner brake service on compatible Chevrolet, Blue Bird, and International Harvester applications.

For technicians and DIY brake repairs, this unloaded caliper is a direct replacement choice for restoring braking performance on vehicles that use a 2-piston steel piston design. The Cardone 18-8000S is remanufactured with new premium components and prepared for straightforward installation.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style disc brake caliper
• Pressure-tested for consistent brake performance
• Steel piston design with 2 pistons
• Gray finish with oil emulsion coating and rust inhibitor treatment
• New bleeder screws, seals, and hardware kit included
• Plastic cap plugs protect brake port threads during installation
• Mounting bracket included where applicable
• Banjo bolts included where applicable

Product Details

Cardone’s Unloaded Caliper line focuses on remanufactured brake hydraulics that match OE fitment requirements while replacing wear items with new components. The 18-8000S uses high-temperature EPDM rubber seals, durable steel pistons, and new stainless steel hardware clips and mounting pins where applicable. This part cross-references Chevrolet 15501012 and 15514583 for the same application.

Compatible vehicle references include Chevrolet, Blue Bird, and International Harvester brake applications that use this caliper design. If you are servicing a Chevrolet brake system and need a remanufactured disc brake caliper with hardware, the 18-8000S is built for that type of repair.

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Leaking brake fluid at the caliper
• Uneven braking caused by a sticking caliper piston
• Brake drag from worn internal seals or corrosion
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel related to caliper wear
• Poor brake response from a damaged or seized caliper assembly

Installation Notes

Use the brake fluid specified by the vehicle manufacturer and replace fluid from a sealed container. For floating caliper mounting pins, silicone grease is used. Bleed the brake system carefully after installation, and verify that the caliper bracket is required for your specific application before beginning service. Fits Chevrolet brake applications that use part numbers such as 15501012 and 15514583, as well as listed Blue Bird and International Harvester references.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured caliper is 100% pressure-tested and assembled with new premium components to support reliable brake operation. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part.