Overview
The Baer Brakes 6T Brake System Front, part number 4011002B-2, is a black front disc brake kit for the Toyota Tacoma. Baer’s application note names the Tacoma for model years 05-23, which means 2005 through 2023. The kit pairs a six-piston, direct-mount 6T caliper with a vented 1-piece slotted and zinc-plated rotor and the popular D1247 pad type.
The package is built as a complete front brake upgrade for 6-lug trucks with a 6×5.50 wheel bolt pattern. The caliper is CNC machined from forged or billet aluminum with a powder coated finish, and the rotors have a curved vane design that aids cooling and reduces brake fade. Stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware are included.
Key features
- Six-piston, direct-mount 6T caliper in black with stainless steel pistons and abutments.
- Staggered pistons designed to minimize uneven pad wear.
- Dual seals that guard against dust, weather and pressure.
- Vented 1-piece slotted and zinc-plated rotor with a curved vane design.
- Stainless steel noise suppression clips.
- Steel braided brake hoses, DOT approved.
- Powder coated finish, with the caliper manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona.
Before you buy
A brake upgrade changes more than the front rotor and caliper. The rotor and pads work as a pair, so pad material and rotor surface affect how evenly the friction surface wears and how the pedal feels. Check that the master cylinder, brake fluid and remaining hoses are in good condition before fitting a larger front setup, since the system will carry more heat and load than stock hardware.
Wheel clearance is the most common reason for a return. Measure the space behind the spokes, not only the diameter, and use the template before the truck is on jack stands. Lifted trucks also change the geometry of brake lines, so hose length and routing should be checked against suspension height.
- Inspect pad thickness at every tire rotation
- Check hoses for chafing against suspension parts
- Replace brake fluid on the schedule in your owner’s manual
- Torque lug nuts to the vehicle specification after the first drive
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4011002B-2 |
| UPC | 90127970089 |
| Caliper | 6T, six-piston, fixed direct mount |
| Caliper color | Black |
| Pad FMSI number | D1247 |
| Friction material | Semi-metallic |
| Rotor type | 1-piece, vented, slotted and zinc plated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.5 inch |
| Rotor thickness (in) | 1.25 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Lug count | 6 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern (in) | 6×5.50 |
| Brake hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Grade | Performance |
| Template | O080M |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Sold as | Kit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the Toyota Tacoma for model years 2005 through 2023. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Toyota models other than the Tacoma are not covered, and so is any Tacoma year outside 2005 through 2023. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Hoses are for stock-height vehicles, and lifted trucks may need longer hoses. The kit is designed for wheels 17 inch or larger. Fit across every wheel style cannot be guaranteed, so compare clearance with the O080M template before installing. Brake work affects stopping distance, so have a qualified technician check the installation.
What’s included
The kit includes the 6T caliper, the 1-piece rotor, all mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and hardware.
Not included: wheels, which should be 17 inch or larger for this kit.
