Restore Your Disc Brakes: NORS & Rebuilt Calipers
In the mid-1960s, disc brakes revolutionized stopping power. Today, seized pistons and leaking seals are the enemies of these early systems. At Old Car Parts NW, we stock authentic NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) and Remanufactured Calipers for the golden era of disc brakes.
The Classics We Cover
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Kelsey-Hayes 4-Piston: The legendary calipers found on early Mustangs, Thunderbirds, and Mopars.
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Single Piston Floating: The standard GM "Delco Moraine" and Ford designs from the late 60s and 70s.
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Fitment: Whether you have a 1965 Mustang GT or a 1970 Chevelle, we have the calipers to get you back on the road safely.
The Heart of Your Brakes: NORS Master Cylinders
If your brake pedal sinks to the floor at a stoplight, your master cylinder is bypassing internally. This is the most critical safety component in your vehicle. At Old Car Parts NW, we stock authentic NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) Master Cylinders from trusted USA brands like Wagner Lockheed, Bendix, and Raybestos.
Single vs. Dual Reservoir
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Single Jar (Fruit Jar): The standard for pre-1967 vehicles. We stock the correct iron castings for concours restorations. Dual Reservoir: Standard on 1967+ cars for safety (separate front/rear circuits).
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Quality Castings: Our units are often USA-made iron, avoiding the pitting and porosity issues common in cheap modern aluminum replacements.
Stop the Leaks: NORS Drum Brake Wheel Cylinders
Is brake fluid leaking onto your tires or brake shoes? A leaking Wheel Cylinder ruins stopping power and destroys your brake shoes. At Old Car Parts NW, we stock a massive inventory of NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) wheel cylinders for front and rear drum brake applications.
The Drum Brake Specialist
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Direct Fit: Specific bore sizes (e.g., 7/8", 1", 1-1/8") to maintain the correct front-to-rear braking bias for your vehicle.
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USA Castings: We specialize in high-quality iron cylinders from Wagner, EIS, and Raybestos that resist corrosion and seizing better than modern budget parts.
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Applications: Hard-to-find cylinders for Ford F-100s, Chevy Bel Airs, Mopar Muscle, and more.
Early Tech Restoration: ABS Pumps & Modulators
As classic cars moved into the 1980s and 90s, safety technology evolved. The early Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS) from manufacturers like Teves (ATE), Bosch, and Kelsey-Hayes are now becoming hard-to-find restoration items.
The Modern Classic Era If the ABS light is on in your late-80s or 90s classic (like a Fox Body Mustang, Buick Reatta, or Lincoln Mark VII), the hydraulic pump or modulator assembly is often the culprit.
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Replacement Units: We stock select NOS and Remanufactured ABS pumps and accumulators to restore functionality to these complex early systems.
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Safety: A failed ABS pump can result in a rock-hard pedal or loss of power assist. Restore your "Modern Classic" to factory safety specs.
