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Loaded Brake Calipers: Can They Boost Productivity? Fresno CA

Replacing the hardware is important, because old corroded hardware can cause braking problems. We've heard of shims that have worked loose and caused a rotor to fail by rubbing and cutting through the rotor hat! If a technician forgets to install an anti-rattle clip or installs one that doesn't fit properly, the newly installed pads may be noisy.

Triple A Automotive
(559) 321-7103
906 Barstow
Clovis, CA
Blackstone Brake & Auto Repair
(559) 264-7863
1558 N Effie Street%2C %23 102
Fresno, CA
A & J Auto Repair
(559) 222-3912
4323 N Blackstone Avenue %23 B
Fresno, CA
Brownie Muffler Service
(559) 237-2081
3316 E Ventura Avenue
Fresno, CA
Rick's Tire & Service
(559) 485-7970, 001-2004
1501 Fulton Street
Fresno, CA
Belmont Tire & Automotive
(559) 485-8970
1449 E Belmont Avenue
Fresno, CA
Cars
(559) 485-7296
2229 E McKinley Avenue
Fresno, CA
D & R Automotive of Fresno Inc
(559) 266-6060
901 M Street
Fresno, CA
Goodguys Tire Center
(559) 221-1438
4140 N Blackstone Avenue
Fresno, CA
Goodguys Tire Center
(559) 237-9383
2530 N Weber Avenue
Fresno, CA
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Loaded Brake Calipers: Can They Boost Productivity?

Some technicians like loaded calipers because everything they need comes in one box. They don't have to worry about mismatched parts from different suppliers and the complete assemblies are quick and easy to install. Most importantly, they see fewer comebacks because of brake noise or other problems.

Loaded calipers do provide a variety of benefits when doing brake jobs on customer's vehicles. Most brake suppliers have a loaded caliper program today so availability is seldom an issue. Price, though, remains the main hurdle to selling loaded calipers to your customers.



One of the main advantages for the vehicle owner is that loaded caliper assemblies help restore the brakes to like-new condition. Not only do they get new friction, but also a professionally rebuilt caliper and properly matched hardware (shims, bushings, slides, etc.). This significantly reduces the risk of future leaks developing, and uneven braking or pad wear caused by calipers hanging up or dragging.

Caliper piston seals don't last forever, and once they start to leak, it's the end of the road for the caliper and the pads. Fluid leaks are dangerous because they can lead to a loss of hydraulic pressure in the brake circuit that may cause the brakes to fail. Brake fluid leaking from a caliper can also contaminate the brake linings and cause them to grab or pull.

A caliper may also have to be replaced if it is sticking. Internal corrosion can cause pistons to jam or freeze preventing the cali...

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