brakes new caliper on the left side?

1996 FORD F-150
180,000 MILES
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LOGANLEITH66
I need new brake lines and a new caliper on the left side and i can only afford one for the next week and i need the truck now which do i buy first?
Aug 15, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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I would but the one that is leaking, also if both are leaking I cant advise you to drive the car. This guide can help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement

Check out the images (below). Let us know how it goes
Aug 15, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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