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Any of you GM techs know if the rear spacing on the 2 piston calipers mounting brackets are the same as the single piston calipers?

Wondering if I can't change to the dual piston calipers/brackets, rotors, and pads to have better brakes in the rear. I know the individual components are different for each...but I'm talking about swapping all of the single piston stuff with the dual piston stuff if possible.

Any help appreciated... Thanks!

***EDIT*** Sorry, 1500 4WD Z71


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I know the rotor is thicker on the duel piston set up, You might need to a parts store and look at both set ups side by side.
 
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Ok...I went ahead and pulled the trigger yesterday, and the parts definitely interchange. You do have to replace the calipers/bracket, the rotors, and the pads. It should help some with stopping when I'm pulling my trailer anyway. Although, I can't really say I had any issues with the single piston calipers in the rear to speak of as far as stopping. If 1 works well, 2 should work great lol. Peace of mind I suppose.


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I know the rotor is thicker on the duel piston set up, You might need to a parts store and look at both set ups side by side.


Correct...the rotor is thicker, and larger in diameter also.


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Originally posted by Maxx Levell:
I went ahead and pulled the trigger yesterday, and the parts definitely interchange. You do have to replace the calipers/bracket, the rotors, and the pads. It should help some with stopping when I'm pulling my trailer anyway. Although, I can't really say I had any issues with the single piston calipers in the rear to speak of as far as stopping. If 1 works well, 2 should work great lol. Peace of mind I suppose.


Your trailer brakes and controller also need to be working correctly in the event of a panic/ emergency stop. This is important when towing with 1500 which I do. Inspecting, adjusting trailer brake shoes and confirming brake operation of each wheel is wise maintenance.
 
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