Carlson 7516 Disc Brake Caliper Piston - Front

Carlson 7516 Disc Brake Caliper Piston

Carlson 7516 is a front disc brake caliper piston for classic GM A-, B-, and F-body applications from 1967-1968. It is a direct-fit brake hydraulics component for restoring caliper function on vehicles such as the Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Camaro, and Pontiac GTO.

Key Features

• Disc brake caliper piston for front brake service
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Buick Skylark, front
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Chevrolet Bel Air, front
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Chevrolet Camaro, front; fitment note: D3 - fits various makes and models of disc brake calipers
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Chevrolet Caprice, front
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Chevrolet Malibu, front
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Oldsmobile 98, Cutlass, Cutlass Supreme, Delta 88, and Toronado, front
• Compatible with 1967-1968 Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, Firebird, Grand Prix, GTO, LeMans, and Tempest, front

Detailed Description

This Carlson brake caliper piston is built for front disc brake hydraulic repair on a wide range of 1967-1968 vehicles. Use Carlson 7516 when servicing calipers on classic Chevrolet Camaro and Malibu models, as well as Buick Skylark and Pontiac GTO applications that require a front caliper piston replacement. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restores caliper piston movement after corrosion or sticking
• Addresses uneven front brake response
• Helps correct brake drag caused by worn piston surfaces
• Supports caliper rebuilds on original front disc brake systems
• Replaces damaged piston components during brake hydraulic service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify caliper design and bore dimensions before installation, especially on 1967-1968 Chevrolet Camaro applications with the D3 fitment note. Inspect seals, bores, and brake fluid condition during service, and clean all hydraulic surfaces thoroughly before reassembly. Confirm the piston is matched to the front position listed in the vehicle fitment.

Quality Assurance

Carlson brake hydraulics parts are cataloged for specific vehicle applications and service use. Part number 7516 is listed for front disc brake caliper applications on the vehicles shown above.