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SKU #: SSBC-A404-13
MPN #: A404-13
SSBC-USA B8-Barbarian Direct Fit Rear Caliper Disc Brake Upgrade Kit 19-26 Dodge Ram 2500/3500
Description
Overview
Built tough for 2019–2026 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, the SSBC-USA B8-Barbarian 8-Piston Rear Caliper Upgrade Kit delivers serious stopping power, improved stability, and unmatched billet-aluminum style.
Precision-machined in the USA from high-strength T6061 aircraft-grade aluminum, these direct-fit 8-piston calipers dramatically enhance rear braking performance and overall vehicle control—especially under heavy towing or loaded conditions.
Choose the caliper-only version to reuse your stock rotors, or upgrade to the DS package featuring premium dimple-drilled, slotted, and zinc-plated rotors for enhanced cooling and reduced fade.
Each kit comes fully assembled with high-performance, low-dust brake pads, stainless steel pistons, bleeders, pad pins, and anti-rattle clips—everything needed for an easy bolt-on installation that integrates seamlessly with your stock hydraulics and ABS system.
Available Colors: Clear Anodized, Red, Black. Optional custom powder coating and mirror-polished finishes available to match your build.
Kit Benefits:
Made in the USA
Ridiculous stopping power and rear control
Eye-catching billet aluminum finish and strength
Direct-fit — no brackets or modifications required
Bolts onto stock rear axle mounts using existing hardware
Works with factory ABS and hydraulic systems
Fully assembled for simple bolt-on installation
Available caliper-only or DS version with premium rotors
Kit Features:
2 fully assembled 8-piston rear calipers with high-friction, low-dust semi-metallic brake pads
8 large-bore stainless steel pistons per caliper
7 bridge bolts per caliper for maximum stiffness
Stainless steel bleeders, pad pins, and anti-rattle clips
DOT-design HD square-cut pressure seals & dust seals per caliper
Internal crossover O-rings for responsive fluid flow
Standard colors: Clear Anodized, Red, Black
Optional upgrades:
Dimpled, slotted, and zinc-plated rotors
Custom powder coating to match your vehicle or build
Mirror-polished finish
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An 8-piston rear caliper disc brake upgrade kit made from T6061 aircraft-grade aluminum, delivering enhanced rear braking performance and vehicle control.
- Fits
- 2019 - 2026 Dodge Ram 2500/3500
- Brand
- SSBC-USA
- Best for
- Improved rear braking under heavy towing or loaded conditions
- Key features
- Made in the USA
- Direct-fit with no brackets or modifications required
- Bolts onto stock rear axle mounts using existing hardware
- Works with factory ABS and hydraulic systems
- Fully assembled for simple bolt-on installation
- Available caliper-only or DS version with premium rotors
- Includes high-friction, low-dust semi-metallic brake pads
- Stainless steel bleeders, pad pins, and anti-rattle clips
- DOT-design HD square-cut pressure seals & dust seals
- Internal crossover O-rings for responsive fluid flow
- Available in Clear Anodized, Red, Black, plus optional custom powder coating or mirror-polished finish
- Key specs
- 8-piston rear calipers
- 8 large-bore stainless steel pistons per caliper
- 7 bridge bolts per caliper
- T6061 aircraft-grade aluminum
Summarized by AI from this product’s description and specs. Confirm fitment for your year, make and engine before ordering.
What It Fits:
- Rear
- 2019-2026 Dodge/Ram 2500/3500
About SSBC-USA
SSBC-USA is an American-made brake systems manufacturer rebuilt from the ground up after acquiring the legacy Stainless Steel Brake Corp. brand in 2019. Operating from a new facility in Elma, New York, the company focuses on engineering high-performance braking components for trucks, Jeeps, and classic American vehicles.
Their product line includes drum-to-disc conversion kits, performance caliper upgrades, and their signature billet 8-piston heavy-duty truck calipers that are designed for superior stopping power and durability. SSBC-USA manufactures most components in-house and partners with trusted U.S. suppliers to ensure consistent quality.
They also continue the original SSBC heritage by offering caliper restoration services for legacy units. With a commitment to American-made quality, innovation, and reliability, SSBC-USA delivers braking solutions built for real performance and long-term dependability.
SSBC Brake Rotors
SSBC-USA produces high-quality brake rotors engineered for improved cooling, reduced brake fade, and long-lasting performance. Their rotor designs support heavy-duty trucks, towing applications, and performance builds, ensuring smooth, consistent braking even under demanding conditions.
SSBC Brake Calipers
Known for their billet aluminum construction and precision engineering, SSBC-USA’s brake calipers—including their flagship 8-piston heavy-duty truck calipers—offer increased clamping force, better heat dissipation, and superior durability compared to factory units.
SSBC Drum-to-Disc Conversion Kits
SSBC-USA’s drum-to-disc brake conversion kits provide modern stopping power for older vehicles, classic trucks, and muscle cars. These kits include high-quality American-made components designed to upgrade braking performance, reliability, and safety.
SSBC Caliper Restoration Services
Continuing the legacy of the original SSBC brand, SSBC-USA restores classic SSBC calipers to like-new condition. Their restoration services include inspection, refinishing, rebuilding, and testing to ensure long-term reliability.
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