Carlson 7538 Disc Brake Caliper Piston - Front

Carlson 7538 Disc Brake Caliper Piston

The Carlson 7538 disc brake caliper piston is a front brake hydraulics component for Ford trucks and vans with disc brake caliper applications. It uses brake fluid pressure to move the caliper piston and press the brake pads against the rotor for stopping action.

Key Features

• Disc brake caliper piston for front brake service
• Designed for Ford E-250 Econoline, E-350 Econoline, F-250, and F-350 applications
• Used in D450/D120 and D20 caliper configurations listed in the fitment data
• Supports hydraulic caliper operation in disc brake systems
• Carlson part number 7538 for brake repair identification

Detailed Description

Carlson 7538 is a brake caliper piston built for front disc brake hydraulics on select Ford E-Series vans and Ford F-Series trucks. It is listed for 1972-1990 Ford applications, including 1972-1975 Ford F-250 front, 1972-1975 Ford F-350 front, 1975 Ford E-250 Econoline front, 1975 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon front, 1975 Ford E-350 Econoline front, 1976-1985 Ford E-250 Econoline front, 1976-1985 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon front, 1976-1986 Ford E-350 Econoline front, 1976-1986 Ford F-350 front, 1977-1982 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon front, 1980-1985 Ford F-250 front, 1984-1986 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon front, 1986-1989 Ford F-250 front, 1986-1990 Ford E-250 Econoline front, 1986-1990 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon front, 1987-1989 Ford E-350 Econoline front, 1987-1989 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon front, and 1987-1989 Ford F-350 front. This part number, 7538, is used where the caliper piston must transfer hydraulic pressure into pad clamping force at the rotor.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake fluid pressure not translating into proper caliper movement
• Uneven pad contact at the rotor
• Front brake caliper service on Ford disc brake systems
• Wear-related caliper piston replacement during brake repair
• Restoration of hydraulic braking function in listed Ford models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify caliper style and brake configuration before ordering; fitment includes D450/D120, D20, and disc brake key spring applications.
• Inspect the caliper bore, seals, pads, and rotor condition during service.
• Clean all hydraulic surfaces carefully before assembly.
• Confirm the piston matches the original application for the specific Ford E-250, E-350, F-250, or F-350 front brake setup.

Quality Assurance

Carlson brake hydraulics parts are built for brake system service where accurate hydraulic operation matters. This piston is identified by Carlson part number 7538 for straightforward application matching.