What kind of brake calipers do NAPA Auto Parts use?
NAPA Proformer semi-loaded calipers are great for quality and value-oriented customers. All Proformer calipers come complete with brackets, cable guides, levers, return springs and brake pad hardware where applicable.
Which is more expensive to replace brake rotors or calipers?
Outside of brake pads, brake rotors and calipers, which are more expensive and often more complicated to replace than pads, have varying life cycles. Simply servicing your brake fluid by regularly flushing can extend the life of calipers by preventing corrosion from within the system.
What makes up a complete brake repair job?
The services provided depend on your car’s needs. The following are the typical procedures and services that make up a complete repair job. Removing wheels to inspect and replace mounting clips, brake pads, calipers, rotors, fluid, hoses, shims and lines.
How can I extend the life of my brake calipers?
Simply servicing your brake fluid by regularly flushing can extend the life of calipers by preventing corrosion from within the system. Brake rotors should either be “turned” or machined flat on a brake lathe, or replaced with a new rotor.
Outside of brake pads, brake rotors and calipers, which are more expensive and often more complicated to replace than pads, have varying life cycles. Simply servicing your brake fluid by regularly flushing can extend the life of calipers by preventing corrosion from within the system.
Where can I get a disc brake caliper?
Your local NAPA Auto Parts location has the right disc brake rotors for your vehicle. The disc brake caliper is responsible for both holding the brake pads, and holding the pistons that force the disc brake pad against the disc brake rotor during braking. Dirt, debris, and road salt take their toll on braking components.
The services provided depend on your car’s needs. The following are the typical procedures and services that make up a complete repair job. Removing wheels to inspect and replace mounting clips, brake pads, calipers, rotors, fluid, hoses, shims and lines.
Simply servicing your brake fluid by regularly flushing can extend the life of calipers by preventing corrosion from within the system. Brake rotors should either be “turned” or machined flat on a brake lathe, or replaced with a new rotor.