Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262745R is an 11.65 inch Classic Series rear disc brake kit for the Ford 9 inch rear axle with Early Big bearing housing ends and staggered rear shocks. Its one-piece vented rotor, red single-piston floating caliper and braided steel hoses turn a drum rear brake into a disc brake.
Consider this version when your axle has the Early Big bearing housing ends and the staggered shock layout. The non-staggered, Late Big/Torino version is a separate Baer part number, so compare the axle flange and shock setup before ordering.
Key features
- Classic single-piston floating caliper with integral park brake
- Red powder coated caliper finish
- Vented, slotted, drilled and zinc plated one-piece rotor at 11.65 inch
- Rotor thickness of 0.705 inch
- Stainless braided brake hoses, DOT approved
- Ceramic pads that use the common FMSI D0627 part
Early Big housing considerations
Early Big housings differ from later Torino-style ends in bearing layout, so the axle type should be identified before any brake part is bought. A visual check of the bearing housing and shock mounts usually settles the question. Mixing parts from different housing families can leave the caliper bracket in the wrong position.
Staggered shock setups change how the rear suspension travels, which affects hose length and caliper clearance. Hoses should sit with a little slack at full droop and should not contact the shock body at full compression. Tire size changes can shift those clearances as well.
- Identify the axle housing type before ordering
- Check hose length at both ends of suspension travel
- Inspect the rotor edge for contact after the first drive
- Keep fluid fresh and bleed after any hose change
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262745R |
| UPC | 90127853597 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Kit type | Kit |
| Rotor diameter | 11.65 inch |
| Rotor type | 1-piece, vented |
| Rotor thickness | 0.705 inch |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Caliper | 1 Classic single-piston floating caliper, red |
| Park brake | Included on the caliper |
| Brake pad | FMSI D0627 |
| Friction material | Ceramic |
| Hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 15.0 inch |
| Axle flange | Ford 9 inch Early Big bearing |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.75/5×4.50 |
| Template | V107I |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
Vehicle fitment
The kit is for the Ford 9 inch rear axle with Early Big bearing housing ends and staggered rear shocks. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model, chassis code and trim before ordering, and check the bearing type on the axle first.
This kit is not for the Late Big/Torino bearing housing ends or non-staggered rear shocks, which Baer lists under a separate part number. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Set the V107I template against the wheel you plan to run before mounting, since not every wheel style will clear. Park brake cables are not included, so settle their routing before final assembly. A qualified technician should verify staggered shock clearance and the axle flange before any rear end modification.
What’s included
The kit includes one Classic caliper, the 11.65 inch rotor, brackets, hardware, stainless braided brake hoses and fittings, and the park brake function on the caliper.
Not included: Park brake cables.
