Cardone 18-8052 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left, Rear Left or Rear Right

Cardone Unloaded Caliper 18-8052 Overview

Cardone 18-8052 is a remanufactured disc brake caliper built for consistent braking performance and OE-style fit. This unloaded caliper is finished in gray with an oil emulsion coating and uses a phenolic piston design for dependable operation in demanding brake systems.

Compatible With Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Hino, and Isuzu applications listed by interchange, this caliper is a practical replacement for vehicles that need restored hydraulic braking performance. The Cardone Unloaded Caliper line focuses on remanufactured OE-style parts with new wear components and application-specific hardware where applicable.

Key Features

• Remanufactured disc brake caliper with OE-style fit
• Gray finish with oil emulsion coating for corrosion resistance
• Phenolic piston construction with 4 pistons
• New high-temperature EPDM rubber seals for extended service life
• New bleeder screws for reliable bleeding and sealing
• New stainless steel hardware clips and mounting pins where applicable
• Plastic cap plugs protect brake port threads during installation
• Caliper bracket included where applicable
• Package contents: caliper and hardware kit

Product Details

Cardone remanufactures this brake caliper to meet rigorous performance standards, then pressure-tests each unit to verify brake function before it leaves the factory. The caliper is treated with a rust inhibitor and kept in the original equipment finish, helping preserve the part during service. With a 2.518-inch piston diameter and phenolic piston material, this unit is built for stable hydraulic response in the brake system.

This part cross-references Chevrolet 10373680 and Ford YC3Z2B120FA for the same application. If you are replacing a worn caliper on a Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Hino, or Isuzu brake system, Cardone 18-8052 provides a direct remanufactured replacement option.

Common Problems This Caliper Can Address

• Brake drag caused by a sticking or seized caliper
• Uneven braking from worn piston seals or internal corrosion
• Low brake pedal feel related to caliper hydraulic leakage
• Brake fluid seepage at the caliper body or bleeder area
• Poor brake response from a damaged or worn disc brake caliper

Installation Notes

Use the brake fluid specified by the original equipment manufacturer and replace fluid from a sealed container only. For floating caliper mounting pins, silicone grease is used on the pins. Bleed the system carefully after installation to remove air and verify pedal feel before returning the vehicle to service.

Because fitment is application-specific, confirm the vehicle’s brake configuration before ordering. Search terms such as Chevrolet brake caliper replacement, Ford disc brake caliper, and GMC brake hydraulics replacement are commonly used for this part number, including Cardone 18-8052.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone caliper is remanufactured from an original equipment core, pressure-tested, and assembled with new premium components to support reliable brake performance. The process is also designed to reduce energy and raw material use compared with manufacturing a new part.