1997 GMC C3500 Brake Pad Sets

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Front Brake Disc and Pad Kit, Plain Surface, 8 Lugs, Semi-Metallic, Extended Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels, Pro-Line Series
Part Number: KIT-072121-63
Guaranteed to Fit
$189.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L Cab & Chassis, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L Crew Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L Standard Cab Pickup, Dual Rear Wheels
Product Details
Location : FrontAttention Needed :

Models have multiple versions, check or measure your original product to order the correct SKU.

Notes : 8.2 in. Height; 1.54 in. nom. Thickness; 1.47 in. min. Thickness; 4.56 in. Hub Reg; 0.83 in. Bolt Size; Includes Shims and hardwareComponents : (2) Brake Disc and (1) Brake Pad SetDisc Design : Plain SurfaceDisc Finish : NaturalPad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementNumberof Lugs : 8 LugsDisc Material : Cast IronQuantity Sold : 4-Piece KitWarranty : 3-year or 36,000-mile SureStop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Nickel and Cobalt, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Replaces OE Number : 15691956, 4886279AA, 4886279AB, 12321454, 18024913, 18043839, 18045157, 18045608, 19167290, 19242609, 4746352Returns Policy : 30-Day Return PolicySeries : Pro-Line SeriesInterchange Part Number : 12166034, 15691956, 5000459, EHT459H, 4886279AA, 4886279AB, 12321454, 18024913, 18043839, 18045157, 18045608, 19167290, 19242609, 4746352
Front Brake Pad Set, Semi-Metallic, Pro-Line Series, For Models With Dual Rear Wheels
Part Number: STPSSCP459
Guaranteed to Fit
$20.31
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L Dual Rear Wheels
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L Dual Rear Wheels
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Hardware Includes (4) Pieces Bushing Caliper SuspensionPad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 3-year or 36,000-mile SureStop limited warrantyReplaces OE Number : 4886279AA, 4886279AB, 12321454, 18024913, 18043839, 18045157, 18045608, 19167290, 19242609, 4746352Interchange Part Number : 5000459, EHT459H, 4886279AA, 4886279AB, 12321454, 18024913, 18043839, 18045157, 18045608, 19167290, 19242609, 4746352Returns Policy : 30-Day Return PolicyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Pro-Line Series
Front Brake Disc and Pad Kit, Plain Surface, 8 Lugs, Semi-Metallic, Crew Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
Part Number: KIT-072924-357
Guaranteed to Fit
$201.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L Extended Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L Crew Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L Extended Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L Extended Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel or Dual Rear Wheel
Product Details
Location : FrontComponents : (2) Brake Disc and (1) Brake Pad SetDisc Design : Plain SurfacePad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementNumberof Lugs : 8 LugsQuantity Sold : 4-Piece KitWarranty : 12-month TRW limited warranty from installation date or 18-month TRW limited warranty from delivery date, whichever occurs firstProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : CarParts EuroEcomm Landing Page : EuroReplaces OE Number : 15691956Interchange Part Number : 12166034, 15691956
Front Brake Disc and Pad Kit, Plain Surface, 8 Lugs, Semi-Metallic, Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
Part Number: KIT-072924-347
Guaranteed to Fit
$154.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L Crew Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L Cab & Chassis, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L Crew Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L Standard Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L Crew Cab Pickup, For Models With Single Rear Wheel
Product Details
Location : FrontComponents : (2) Brake Disc and (1) Brake Pad SetDisc Design : Plain SurfacePad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementNumberof Lugs : 8 LugsQuantity Sold : 4-Piece KitWarranty : 12-month TRW limited warranty from installation date or 18-month TRW limited warranty from delivery date, whichever occurs firstProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : CarParts EuroEcomm Landing Page : EuroReplaces OE Number : 311, 5598, 19775, 27081, 56263, 65690, 86263, 101980, 107251, 141818, 177813, 1056263, 7844027, 15649969, 15659250, 15712781, 15721421, 15981318, 15981319, 52125212, 60048023, 78944027, 101980E, 18A507, 5598G, 56263R, 56263RGS, AR8627E, BD125212, BR1906, BR5598, D17598, E12671032, PRT1818, R93480, X50657, ZAR8627Interchange Part Number : 12166027, 311, 5598, 19775, 27081, 56263, 65690, 86263, 101980, 107251, 141818, 177813, 1056263, 7844027, 15649969, 15659250, 15712781, 15721421, 15981318, 15981319, 52125212, 60048023, 78944027, 101980E, 18A507, 5598G, 56263R, 56263RGS, AR8627E, BD125212, BR1906, BR5598, D17598, E12671032, PRT1818, R93480, X50657, ZAR8627
Professional Grade Element3 Brake Pads With Application Specific Friction Formulas
Part Number: RAYPGD370M
Guaranteed to Fit
$42.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : 0.67 in. Inner Pad Assembly Overall Thickness; 0.62 in. Outer Pad Assembly Overall Thickness; 3.37 in. Inner Plate Height; 3.37 in. Outer Plate Height; 4.92 in. Inner Plate Length; 5.8 in. Outer Plate Length; Integrally Molded Friction Material Attachment Type; Unslotted Friction Material Slot Type; Staked Pad Shim Attachment Type; Includes ShimsPad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : Raybestos limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including silica and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Element3 Series
Front Blue Series Semi-Metallic Brake Pad Set
Part Number: BSBE459H
Guaranteed to Fit
$8.81
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 All Submodels All Engines Dual Rear Wheels
Product Details
Location : FrontPad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 1-year Bosch limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : CarParts EuroEcomm Landing Page : EuroSeries : Blue Series
Front Z17 Evolution Plus Ceramic Ceramic Brake Pad Set
Part Number: P1517370
Guaranteed to Fit
$36.31
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Includes hardwarePad Material : CeramicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Antimony Trioxide, Lead, Nickel, Cobalt and Carbon (Black), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.Series : Z17 Evolution Plus Ceramic

Front Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pad Set, Standard Cab Pickup, with Single Rear Wheels (SRW), Z36 Extreme Truck And Tow
Part Number: P15Z36370
Guaranteed to Fit
$51.27
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Front; 7500 lbs. GVWR; Includes Stainless Steel HardwarePad Material : Carbon Fiber CeramicRecommended Use : OE UpgradeQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel, Cobalt, Carbon Black and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z36 Extreme Truck And Tow
Front Z36 Truck Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads with Stainless-Steel Hardware Kit
Part Number: P15Z36459
Guaranteed to Fit
$65.50
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Standard Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Includes Stainless Steel HardwarePad Material : Carbon Fiber CeramicRecommended Use : OE UpgradeQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel, Cobalt, Carbon Black and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z36 Extreme Truck And Tow
Front Ceramic Brake Pad Set, Extended Cab Pickup, with Single Rear Wheels (SRW), Z16 Evolution Ceramic
Part Number: P1516370
Guaranteed to Fit
$30.08
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Front; 7500 lbs. GVWRPad Material : CeramicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyInterchange Part Number : SSCP370, EHT370HProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z16 Evolution Ceramic
Front Ceramic Brake Pad Set, Crew Cab Pickup, with Dual Rear Wheels (DRW), Z17 Evolution Plus Ceramic
Part Number: P1517459
Guaranteed to Fit
$45.58
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Standard Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Includes hardwarePad Material : CeramicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Antimony Trioxide, Lead, Nickel, Cobalt and Carbon (Black), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.Series : Z17 Evolution Plus Ceramic

Front Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pad Set, Extended Cab Pickup, with Single Rear Wheels (SRW), Z23 Evolution Sport Series
Part Number: P15Z23370
Guaranteed to Fit
$49.48
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Crew Cab Pickup, With Single Rear Wheels (SRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Front; 7500 lbs. GVWR; Includes Stainless Steel Hardware, High Temperature LubricantPad Material : Carbon Fiber CeramicRecommended Use : OE UpgradeQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel, Cobalt, Carbon Black and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z23 Evolution Sport Series
Front Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pad Set, Crew Cab Pickup, with Dual Rear Wheels (DRW), Z23 Evolution Sport Series
Part Number: P15Z23459
Guaranteed to Fit
$61.84
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Standard Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontNotes : Front; Fits Models With 4500 lb. Front Axle; Includes Stainless Steel Hardware, High Temperature LubricantPad Material : Carbon Fiber CeramicRecommended Use : OE UpgradeQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel, Cobalt, Carbon Black and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z23 Evolution Sport Series
Front Z16 Evolution Ceramic Ceramic Brake Pad Set
Part Number: P1516459
Guaranteed to Fit
$38.40
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL All Engines Standard Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE All Engines Extended Cab Pickup, With Dual Rear Wheels (DRW)
Product Details
Location : FrontPad Material : CeramicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : 90-day / 3000-mile Powerstop limited warrantyInterchange Part Number : SSCP459, EHT459HProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium (Hexavalent compounds), Lead, Nickel and Antimony Trioxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Z16 Evolution Ceramic
Semi-Metallic Brake Pad Set, Rear Wheel Drive, Element3 Series
Part Number: RAYPGD184M
Guaranteed to Fit
$64.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 6.5L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 6.5L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 5.7L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 7.4L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 5.7L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 5.7L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SL 8 Cyl 7.4L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 8 Cyl 7.4L Rear Wheel Drive
  • 1997 GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 8 Cyl 6.5L Rear Wheel Drive
Product Details
Location : RearNotes : 0.86 in. Inner Pad Assembly Overall Thickness; 0.65 in. Outer Pad Assembly Overall Thickness; 3.15 in. Inner Plate Height; 3.81 in. Outer Plate Height; 8.07 in. Inner Plate Length; 10.44 in. Outer Plate Length; Integrally Molded Friction Material Attachment Type; Slotted Friction Material Slot Type;Pad Material : Semi-MetallicRecommended Use : OE ReplacementQuantity Sold : 2-Wheel SetWarranty : Raybestos limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including silica and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Element3 Series
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