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Brake Kit for Express 3500 and Savana 3500
The Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotor- 1214 Heavy Duty Brake Pad kit, part number 4204-48122, is built for heavy-duty front and rear brake service on select Chevrolet Express 3500 and GMC Savana 3500 vans. It is a direct-fit disc brake kit application for dual rear wheel configurations across multiple model years.
Key Features
- Disc brake kit for front and rear service
- GEOSPEC coated rotor application
- Heavy duty brake pad line referenced in the product name
- Fits dual rear wheel configurations on select vans
- Part number 4204-48122 for ordering and lookup
Detailed Product Overview
Dynamite Friction 4204-48122 is a brake service kit for Chevrolet Express 3500 and GMC Savana 3500 vehicles with dual rear wheels. The DFC GEOSPEC coated rotor and 1214 heavy duty brake pad naming identifies the product line used for this application, making it a practical choice for owners and technicians servicing front and rear brake components on these work vans. This part number, 4204-48122, is associated with multiple year and GVW-specific configurations, so matching the exact vehicle setup is important.
Compatible With 2013-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, for vehicles with dual rear wheels. Compatible With 2013-2020 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, for vehicles with dual rear wheels. Compatible With 2009-2012 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 14000 lb GVW. Compatible With 2009-2012 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 9900, 12000 lb GVW. Compatible With 2011-2012 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; drive ratio 3.73 & 4.10; 12'300 lb GVW. Compatible With 2011-2012 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; drive ratio 3.73 & 4.10; 9'600 lb GVW. Compatible With 2009-2010 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 12'300 lb GVW.
Common Brake Service Issues
- Brake vibration or pulsation during stops
- Reduced braking performance from worn rotors and pads
- Brake noise caused by worn friction material
- Uneven braking on high-load vans with dual rear wheels
- Service needs on front and rear brake components at the same time
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, model, gross vehicle weight rating, drive ratio, and dual rear wheel configuration before ordering. This kit is listed for front and rear positions, so confirm axle and brake package details against the vehicle build data. For best results, inspect related brake components during installation and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedures.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction identifies this application with the DFC GEOSPEC coated rotor and 1214 heavy duty brake pad product line for the specified van platforms. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Description
Brake Kit for Express 3500 and Savana 3500
The Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotor- 1214 Heavy Duty Brake Pad kit, part number 4204-48122, is built for heavy-duty front and rear brake service on select Chevrolet Express 3500 and GMC Savana 3500 vans. It is a direct-fit disc brake kit application for dual rear wheel configurations across multiple model years.
Key Features
- Disc brake kit for front and rear service
- GEOSPEC coated rotor application
- Heavy duty brake pad line referenced in the product name
- Fits dual rear wheel configurations on select vans
- Part number 4204-48122 for ordering and lookup
Detailed Product Overview
Dynamite Friction 4204-48122 is a brake service kit for Chevrolet Express 3500 and GMC Savana 3500 vehicles with dual rear wheels. The DFC GEOSPEC coated rotor and 1214 heavy duty brake pad naming identifies the product line used for this application, making it a practical choice for owners and technicians servicing front and rear brake components on these work vans. This part number, 4204-48122, is associated with multiple year and GVW-specific configurations, so matching the exact vehicle setup is important.
Compatible With 2013-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, for vehicles with dual rear wheels. Compatible With 2013-2020 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, for vehicles with dual rear wheels. Compatible With 2009-2012 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 14000 lb GVW. Compatible With 2009-2012 Chevrolet Express 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 9900, 12000 lb GVW. Compatible With 2011-2012 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; drive ratio 3.73 & 4.10; 12'300 lb GVW. Compatible With 2011-2012 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; drive ratio 3.73 & 4.10; 9'600 lb GVW. Compatible With 2009-2010 GMC Savana 3500, front and rear, dual rear wheels; 12'300 lb GVW.
Common Brake Service Issues
- Brake vibration or pulsation during stops
- Reduced braking performance from worn rotors and pads
- Brake noise caused by worn friction material
- Uneven braking on high-load vans with dual rear wheels
- Service needs on front and rear brake components at the same time
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, model, gross vehicle weight rating, drive ratio, and dual rear wheel configuration before ordering. This kit is listed for front and rear positions, so confirm axle and brake package details against the vehicle build data. For best results, inspect related brake components during installation and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedures.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction identifies this application with the DFC GEOSPEC coated rotor and 1214 heavy duty brake pad product line for the specified van platforms. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
