Dynamic Friction 331-54017 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left

Front Left Disc Brake Caliper for Classic Ford and Mercury

The Dynamic Friction DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated, part number 331-54017, is a front left disc brake caliper for select full-size Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles from 1968-1972. It is a direct-fit brake hydraulics replacement for applications including Ford LTD, Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Marquis, and Mercury Marauder.

Key Features

• Front left disc brake caliper for classic rear-wheel-drive passenger cars
• Silver zinc coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• Brake hydraulics replacement for front disc brake systems
• Fits select 1968-1972 Ford LTD applications
• Fits select 1968-1971 Ford Thunderbird applications
• Fits select 1970-1972 Lincoln Continental applications
• Fits select 1968-1972 Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Marquis, and Mercury Marauder applications
• Part number 331-54017 for ordering and fitment verification

Detailed Description

DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated, part number 331-54017, is built for the front left position on select classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models. This disc brake caliper supports front disc brake service on vehicles such as the Ford LTD, Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Marquis, and Mercury Marauder, with fitment varying by year and body code where noted. The silver zinc coated finish adds a protective layer to help resist surface corrosion in brake system environments.

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

What It Helps Address

• Leaking or sticking front left brake caliper
• Uneven braking from a worn hydraulic caliper assembly
• Corrosion on the caliper body
• Poor brake pedal response caused by caliper wear
• Brake service needs on classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury front disc systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front left position before ordering. Check notes for front disc requirements and body code exclusions on select Mercury Marquis applications. Inspect brake hoses, pads, rotors, and fluid condition during caliper replacement, and bleed the hydraulic system after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dynamic Friction DFC Premium Caliper is part of the DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated product line, which identifies the finish and application-focused brake replacement format for classic vehicle service.

• Fits 1968-1972 Ford LTD, front left
• Fits 1968-1971 Ford Thunderbird, front left
• Fits 1970-1972 Lincoln Continental, front left
• Fits 1968-1972 Mercury Colony Park, front left
• Fits 1968-1972 Mercury Marquis, front left, exc. G54D and G74D body code
• Fits 1969-1970 Mercury Marauder, front left