disc brake caliper kits

Disc Brake Caliper Kits in Canada

When a caliper seizes, leaks, or drags, the damage it causes does not stop at the caliper itself. A partially seized caliper keeps the brake pad in continuous contact with the rotor, wearing the pad unevenly and scoring the rotor surface. By the time the caliper is identified as the fault, the pads are typically worn asymmetrically and the rotor is damaged. Replacing the caliper alone and reinstalling the same pads against a scored rotor is a false economy, the noise, vibration, and uneven wear resume from the first stop. A caliper kit from GeoBrakes addresses every compromised component together.

What's Included in a Disc Brake Caliper Kit?

• Disc brake caliper, new OEM-spec or quality remanufactured unit, correct left or right hand
• Brake pads, ceramic or semi-metallic, matched to the caliper and rotor specification
• Caliper hardware, slide pins, pin boots, anti-rattle clips, and shims
• Brake lubricant, for correct pin and shim installation
• Copper washers or banjo bolt seals, for the brake hose connection where required
• Disc brake rotor, included in full corner kit configurations

When a Caliper Kit Is the Correct Service Choice

A caliper kit is the right call in three specific situations. After a seized or dragging caliper, because the pads and often the rotor are already compromised by the time the caliper is identified. During a high-mileage overhaul at 150,000 kilometres or more, because caliper piston seals and guide pin boots are typically at or beyond their service life, and a caliper failure shortly after new friction components are installed is a common and avoidable outcome. After a brake fluid leak at the caliper, because fluid contamination of the brake pad renders the friction material permanently ineffective, regardless of remaining thickness.

New vs. Remanufactured Caliper, Which Is Right for Your Vehicle?

New OEM-specification calipers are manufactured from fresh materials with no prior service history, the highest-quality option and the strongest choice for vehicles in high-corrosion environments like coastal roads or heavily salted urban streets. Remanufactured calipers use original housings rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new units at a lower price point for most replacement applications. Both options in GeoBrakes caliper kits are sourced from verified suppliers and meet OEM performance standards.

Why GeoBrakes for Disc Brake Caliper Kits?

Calipers are the most position-specific brake component in the catalogue. Left and right calipers are not interchangeable, an incorrect side produces a brake hose connection at the wrong angle and a bleed screw in the wrong position. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct caliper kit for your exact year, make, model, axle position, and left or right side before purchase. As an authorized retailer of Cardone, Raybestos, and other leading brands, every component carries full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions About Disc Brake Caliper Kits

Q: Should I replace both calipers at the same time?

A: It is strongly recommended. If one caliper has seized or leaked, the caliper on the opposite side has experienced the same conditions and age. Replacing both restores balanced, even braking and eliminates the risk of the second caliper failing shortly after the first is replaced.

Q: Do I need to bleed the brakes after installing a caliper kit?

A: Yes. Opening the hydraulic circuit to install the new caliper allows air to enter. After installation, the brake circuit must be bled at the caliper bleeder screw to purge all air and restore a firm, consistent brake pedal.

Q: What's the difference between a new and remanufactured caliper in the kit?

A: A new caliper has no prior service history and is the stronger choice for high-corrosion environments. A remanufactured caliper uses an original housing rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new at a lower price point. Both options in GeoBrakes kits meet OEM performance standards.