Cardone 18-8047B Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left or Rear Left

Cardone Unloaded Caliper 18-8047B Overview

Cardone 18-8047B is a remanufactured disc brake caliper built to OE fit and performance standards for dependable braking service. This unloaded caliper uses a phenolic piston design, a gray finish with oil emulsion protection, and new premium components to support consistent pedal feel and reliable stopping power.

Compatible With Ford brake applications, including Ford 5C3Z2B121BA cross-reference use cases, this caliper is a practical OE-style replacement for service work where the original caliper body is being renewed. The 18-8047B part number is also useful when matching a remanufactured caliper for Ford truck brake repair.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style disc brake caliper
• Phenolic piston material with 2-piston design
• Pressure-tested for consistent brake performance
• New bleeder screws, seals, and hardware components used in the remanufacturing process
• Plastic cap plug protects brake port threads during installation
• Rust inhibitor treatment with original equipment finish retention
• Mounting bracket included where applicable
• Package contents: caliper and hardware kit

Detailed Description

Cardone’s Unloaded Caliper line focuses on OE fitment and service-ready construction. For part number 18-8047B, the caliper is remanufactured with brand-new premium components, then pressure-tested to verify hydraulic integrity before it leaves the remanufacturing process. The phenolic piston helps manage heat and reduce weight, while new EPDM rubber seals are used for long-term sealing performance. This Ford brake caliper replacement is suited to technicians and DIY repairs that require a direct-fit disc brake caliper with dependable hydraulic response.

As a remanufactured brake caliper for Ford applications, 18-8047B supports brake service where the original caliper has seized, leaked, or developed uneven braking behavior. The Cardone Unloaded Caliper line is built for straightforward replacement and OE-style fitment.

What It Can Help Fix

• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper
• Sticking or seized caliper piston movement
• Uneven braking or vehicle pull during stops
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by caliper issues
• Corrosion-related caliper wear and seal deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Use the brake fluid specified by the vehicle manufacturer and replace fluid from a sealed container only. For floating caliper mounting pins, silicone grease is used on the pins. Bleed the brake system carefully after installation to remove air and restore pedal feel. If the vehicle uses a bracket for this application, verify bracket inclusion before installation. This part number, 18-8047B, is intended for Ford brake service where the OE-style caliper body is being replaced.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured caliper is pressure-tested and assembled with new premium components to support reliable operation. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part, while maintaining OE-style fit and finish for Ford brake repair applications.