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I kept getting air from the right front caliper. The brake shop though it was coming from the caliper itself. It was rebuilt locally, and I just decided to swap them out for better. I decided to switch to posi loaded centrics (I have used them in the past with great results). Basically all new internals and parts and the cast is zinc coated (not perfectly but better then raw or painted). I also made the switch to T- bird front calipers and brake lines from dufftuff.
Centric part numbers:
1976 ford T-Bird calipers front #142.61013 142.61014
1979 Cad Eldo rear with parking brake set up # 142.62512 142.62511
The T-bird calipers come with thicker copper washers, but you still need to notch them slightly to clear the banjo fitting. I then used some touch up clear coat on them. Hopefully my brakes feel better now.
Here is some info from centric
Posi Quiet Loaded Calipers:
Posi Quiet loaded calipers are a full line of original equipment replacement brake calipers providing unmatched quality and value.
When installing Posi Quiet loaded calipers, technicians can be assured that they are getting top quality products that have been engineered to meet or exceed the function of the original part. Each component is specifically designed for each application and the attention to detail throughout the manufacturing and testing process ensures each caliper will perform to the exacting standards of today’s vehicles.
Each Posi Quiet caliper is finished in the same way as the original from the factory; Posi Quiet calipers feature a Zinc Dichromate finish, or O.E. colored powder coating depending on the application. This feature ensures that the caliper will look as good as it works throughout its lifetime.
Submit Posi Quiet Friction
Every Posi Quiet loaded caliper comes complete with application specific Posi Quiet brake friction. For more information on Posi Quiet brake pads go here.
Submit All new pistons
Every Posi Quiet caliper piston phenolic or steel is replaced to guarantee proper performance throughout the lifetime of the caliper.
Submit New Hardware
Posi Quiet calipers have all new hardware installed. All guide bolts, pins, through bolts and seals are replaced guaranteeing the caliper will function correctly.
Submit New Boots and Seals
Posi Quiet calipers come complete with all new dust seals, O-rings and boots.
Submit Less Noise
Posi Quiet calipers utilize the new Quiet Clips™ style abutment clips. These quiet clips ensure proper pad fitment and reduced vibration related noise under braking.
Centric part numbers:
1976 ford T-Bird calipers front #142.61013 142.61014
1979 Cad Eldo rear with parking brake set up # 142.62512 142.62511
The T-bird calipers come with thicker copper washers, but you still need to notch them slightly to clear the banjo fitting. I then used some touch up clear coat on them. Hopefully my brakes feel better now.
Here is some info from centric
Posi Quiet Loaded Calipers:
Posi Quiet loaded calipers are a full line of original equipment replacement brake calipers providing unmatched quality and value.
When installing Posi Quiet loaded calipers, technicians can be assured that they are getting top quality products that have been engineered to meet or exceed the function of the original part. Each component is specifically designed for each application and the attention to detail throughout the manufacturing and testing process ensures each caliper will perform to the exacting standards of today’s vehicles.
Each Posi Quiet caliper is finished in the same way as the original from the factory; Posi Quiet calipers feature a Zinc Dichromate finish, or O.E. colored powder coating depending on the application. This feature ensures that the caliper will look as good as it works throughout its lifetime.
Submit Posi Quiet Friction
Every Posi Quiet loaded caliper comes complete with application specific Posi Quiet brake friction. For more information on Posi Quiet brake pads go here.
Submit All new pistons
Every Posi Quiet caliper piston phenolic or steel is replaced to guarantee proper performance throughout the lifetime of the caliper.
Submit New Hardware
Posi Quiet calipers have all new hardware installed. All guide bolts, pins, through bolts and seals are replaced guaranteeing the caliper will function correctly.
Submit New Boots and Seals
Posi Quiet calipers come complete with all new dust seals, O-rings and boots.
Submit Less Noise
Posi Quiet calipers utilize the new Quiet Clips™ style abutment clips. These quiet clips ensure proper pad fitment and reduced vibration related noise under braking.
