So i was driving to work this morning and this piece flew off and burned a hole through the hardpack snow as it was super hot. I also lost break pressure when this happened, but there is no leakage that I can see. Parked the truck till I an figure this out. Not sure what I need to buy and replace to fix the problem.

 

backing plate to a front brake pad..a severely worn brake pad..new set of pads/possibly even rotors and you will be on your way

 

Haha, if this fell off your truck, your brakes are toast. You're looking at new rotors and new pads. Totally due to your lack of regular maintenance. Take all four tires off and inspect/replace all your brakes. That piece probably came off the front as that is were most of your braking is done.

 

It could have damaged the brake caliper piston as well...... Even pushed it out... Prolly need a new caliper

 

i think its safe to say just do a complete rebuild of the front brakes

 

Yea I bought the truck two months ago and didn't have a chance to checkout the breaks. I guess I'll get new rotors, pads, and calipers and replace everything. Thanks for the advice everyone.

 

Something like this plus calipers would work right?
http://m.napaonline.com/parts/PartsDetail.aspx?k=NBK7576MTSK4_0421614855

 

Omg this is hilarious.

Please do everyone else on the road a favor and pay a shop to do your brake job for you.

 

I'm stuck on my phone ATM and couldn't actually see what the kit included. am at work. I'm also not a mechanic, but I'm having someone mechanically inclined help me.

 

Your brakes must have been squealing like a pig...not sure how you don't notice that.