DFC 64-81 Ford Cortina 1500 & 1600 GT Rear Brake Wheel Cylinder

1964 - 1981 FORD, LOTUS, MERCURY, SUNBEAM, TRIUMPH CORTINA 1500 & 1600 GT, 1600E, 1600 MK II, ELITE, EUROPA, CAPRI, ALPINE, TIGER, GT6

Restore dependable rear brake operation with the DFC DFC375-56001 Rear Brake Wheel Cylinder. Designed for select classic Ford, Mercury, Lotus, Sunbeam, and Triumph applications from 1964 through 1981, this automotive replacement component supports proper hydraulic pressure at the rear wheel brakes. It is suited for Ford Cortina 1500 and 1600 GT, 1600E, and 1600 Mk II models, along with select Mercury Capri, Lotus Elite and Europa, Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger, and Triumph GT6 applications.
The DFC375-56001 is engineered as a direct replacement for compatible original equipment applications, helping maintain consistent brake shoe movement and reliable stopping performance. Its fitment coverage includes select 1964–1967 Sunbeam Tiger, 1969–1975 and 1971 Mercury Capri, 1974–1980 Lotus Elite, and related classic European and Ford-platform vehicles. Always verify the vehicle year, model, brake configuration, and original part specifications before installation.
Built for automotive service and restoration projects, this DFC rear brake wheel cylinder is supplied as one replacement unit. Professional installation is recommended, including inspection of the brake shoes, springs, hydraulic lines, and opposing wheel cylinder. After installation, bleed the brake system according to the vehicle manufacturer’s procedure and confirm proper pedal feel and leak-free operation. This product carries a Proposition 65 warning; consult applicable product labeling for additional information.

Features:

• Brand: DFC

• Part Number: DFC375-56001

• Application: Rear brake wheel cylinder

• Vehicle Coverage: Select Ford, Mercury, Lotus, Sunbeam, and Triumph models from 1964 through 1981

• Compatible Models: Ford Cortina 1500 and 1600 GT, 1600E, and 1600 Mk II; Mercury Capri; Lotus Elite and Europa; Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger; Triumph GT6

• Quantity: One replacement wheel cylinder

• Use: Automotive brake system repair and restoration

Fitment:
Ford Cortina Base 1967
Ford Cortina Base 1968
Ford Cortina Base 1969
Ford Cortina Base 1970
Lotus Elite Base 1974
Lotus Elite Base 1975
Lotus Elite Base 1976
Lotus Elite Base 1977
Lotus Elite Base 1978
Lotus Elite Base 1979
Lotus Elite Base 1980
Mercury Capri Base 1969
Mercury Capri Base 1970
Mercury Capri Base 1971
Mercury Capri Base 1972
Mercury Capri Base 1973
Mercury Capri Base 1974
Mercury Capri Base 1975
Sunbeam Alpine V 1965
Sunbeam Alpine V 1966
Sunbeam Alpine V 1967
Sunbeam Tiger Base 1964
Sunbeam Tiger Base 1965
Sunbeam Tiger Base 1966
Sunbeam Tiger Base 1967
Triumph GT6 Base 1973