Dynamic Friction 355-47053 Brake Master Cylinder

Brake Master Cylinder for 1982 G-Body Applications

The Dynamic Friction DFC Brake Master Cylinder, part number 355-47053, is a direct-fit brake hydraulic replacement for select 1982 GM vehicles. It is listed for Buick Regal, Buick Riviera, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Pontiac Bonneville, and Pontiac Grand Prix applications.

Key Features

• Brake master cylinder for brake hydraulic service
• DFC Brake Master Cylinder product line from Dynamic Friction
• Fits select 1982 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models
• Includes fitment for G-body applications such as Cutlass Cruiser and Cutlass Supreme
• Part number 355-47053 for catalog lookup and ordering

Detailed Fitment and Application

This brake master cylinder is cataloged for 1982 Buick Regal and Riviera, 1982 Chevrolet El Camino, Malibu, and Monte Carlo, 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser and Cutlass Supreme, and 1982 Pontiac Bonneville and Grand Prix. The 1982 Chevrolet Malibu listing also includes an exception for police vehicles, and the 1982 Buick Riviera listing notes a plastic reservoir. If you are searching for a 1982 Buick Regal brake master cylinder or a 1982 Chevrolet Monte Carlo brake master cylinder, 355-47053 is the referenced part number.

The DFC Brake Master Cylinder line is positioned as a brake hydraulic replacement line for vehicle-specific applications. For buyers comparing 355-47053 against other catalog references, this part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Low or inconsistent brake pedal response
• Internal hydraulic leakage in the master cylinder
• Brake fluid loss at the master cylinder body
• Uneven brake pressure delivery to the hydraulic system
• Service replacement for worn original brake hydraulics

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s brake system configuration before installation, especially the 1982 Chevrolet Malibu police exception and the 1982 Buick Riviera plastic reservoir note. Confirm the master cylinder bore, reservoir style, and line connection layout against the removed unit before final assembly. After installation, bleed the brake system thoroughly and inspect all hydraulic connections for leaks.

Quality Assurance

Use this part as a cataloged replacement for the listed 1982 applications. Confirm fitment by matching the vehicle year, make, model, and notes to the original brake master cylinder before installation.