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The piston is the unsung hero of your braking system. It does more than just push the pad; it's your first and most important line of defense against heat transfer. Upgrading your caliper pistons is one of the most effective ways to combat brake fade, improve pedal consistency, and ensure your brakes perform flawlessly under the most extreme conditions.
The right piston material is a trade-off between heat insulation, durability, and daily usability. Use this guide to select the perfect piston for your application.
Material | Best For | Key Characteristics |
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Aluminum (with Dust Boots) | OEM+ Street Performance | Lightweight and durable for daily driving. Dust boots provide maximum protection for seals in all weather conditions. |
Stainless Steel (No Dust Boots) | Aggressive Street & Track Day Use | Excellent heat insulation to prevent fluid boil. Extremely strong and durable. The best all-around performance upgrade. |
Titanium (No Dust Boots) | Professional & Endurance Racing | The ultimate in heat insulation and strength, with a significant weight advantage over steel for the lowest possible unsprung mass. |
Heat insulation. Stainless steel is a far worse conductor of heat than aluminum. This means it creates a powerful thermal barrier that keeps the extreme heat from your brake pads from boiling your brake fluid. This is the single biggest factor in preventing a soft, fading pedal during a track session or on a long canyon road.
Castellated (or grooved) pistons are a race-proven technology. The cutouts on the piston face significantly reduce the physical contact area with the brake pad's backplate. This drastically lowers heat transfer by conduction, providing the ultimate defense against brake fade.
Yes, absolutely. We always recommend a full caliper rebuild with a new set of high-temperature seals whenever you replace the pistons. This ensures a perfect, leak-free seal and restores optimal performance.
Whether you're rebuilding a caliper or seeking the ultimate in thermal performance, we have the right piston for your application. Contact our technical experts to find the perfect fit for your build.
Contact Our TeamThe big parts get all the glory, but the right accessories are what separate a good brake setup from a great one. Here’s how we help you get the exact supporting parts you need, from high-performance fluid to custom brackets.
Give us the rundown on your vehicle (make, model, year, VIN) and your current brake setup. Knowing your caliper and rotor specs, plus how you drive, helps us nail the fitment.
Our team will recommend the perfect accessories for your system—whether you need stainless steel brake lines for a firmer pedal, high-temp brake fluid for the track, or custom-machined caliper brackets and rotor hats for a bespoke build.
We'll present you with the options. You review the recommendations, finalize your choices, and complete the order easily through our website or a custom invoice.
Once you give us the go-ahead, we gather all the correct components, double-check compatibility, and assemble your tailored accessory package.
Everything gets a final quality check before being securely packed. As soon as it's on its way, we'll send you the tracking info so you can follow it to your door.
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