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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 09:03 PM
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I need new calipers for the rear wheels. The online stores advertise "Loaded or Unloaded" calipers. What is the difference?
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 09:04 PM
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Loaded = pistons, springs, pins, clips, etc.

Unloaded = basically just the shell.
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by TonySinclair
Loaded = pistons, springs, pins, clips, etc.

Unloaded = basically just the shell.
wrong...lol
Loaded just means the caliper had pads included...
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 11:11 PM
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Leather interior power windows?
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by big_G
wrong...lol
Loaded just means the caliper had pads included...
Eh...what do I know...I'm just an electrician. Sounded good, though.
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by TonySinclair
Eh...what do I know...I'm just an electrician. Sounded good, though.
aren't you the guy with the Clown's shoe?
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by turtlevette
aren't you the guy with the Clown's shoe?
Yes...and a Cigarette boat too. What's your point?
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Yes...and a Cigarette boat too. What's your point?
speaks for itself i would think
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Originally Posted by turtlevette
speaks for itself i would think
Err...you're absolutely right. I guess. Owning a Viper makes me a dummy...
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Depending on the remanufacturer, loaded will normally be ready to install out of the box. Unloaded is going to need the pads, antirattle clips, shims, pins, & anything else to be installed onto them,,
IOW, get loaded !!!
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Unloaded (Bare) Caliper: Reman Caliper with Piston, less all other hardware.

Loaded Caliper: Complete reman caliper with brackets, antirattle, bleaders and friction. Bolt, Bleed and Go! Best when purchased in pairs.

And dont forget the latest beast...

Semi-Loaded: same as Loaded but less friction.
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