Overview
The Baer Brakes Claw performance rotor set, part number 53005-020, is a pair of front cross-drilled and slotted replacement rotors for the 2002–2010 Dodge Ram 1500, 2004–2009 Dodge Durango and 2007–2009 Chrysler Aspen. Each rotor is a direct replacement for the factory front rotor, aimed at owners who want a slotted and drilled braking surface on these trucks and SUVs.
The drilled and slotted face gives gas and debris a route out from under the pad during stops, and the vanes are shaped to move heat away. Chamfered holes help limit stress cracking, and the zinc-plated finish brightens the look behind open-center wheels.
Key features
- Slotted and cross-drilled friction surface that gives gas and dust a way out from under the pad
- Enhanced vane structure built for cooling and durability
- Straight vent design on a floating, vented rotor
- Chamfered cross-drilled holes intended to minimize stress cracking
- Zinc-plated finish with a rust-resistant coating
Choosing the right pads
Front rotors on a full-size pickup or SUV take heavy braking loads, particularly when towing or descending grades. Pad choice matters as much as the rotor. A ceramic or semi-metallic compound should suit the expected load and the rotor’s surface, and the open face can change how quickly the pad beds in.
Before installing a new set, check the hub and wheel bearings for play, because a loose bearing can cause pulsation that feels like a warped rotor. Clean rust from the hub face and the rotor’s mounting surface, and follow the torque sequence for the lug nuts after the first few drives.
- Match pad compound to driving needs
- Check the hub for rust before fitting
- Re-torque lug nuts after the first drives
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 53005-020 |
| UPC | 844165002918 |
| Sold as | Set (pair) |
| Rotor construction | One-piece, full cast |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Disc finish | Zinc plated |
| Rust resistant coating | Yes |
| Axle | Front |
| Surface type | Slotted and drilled |
| Solid or vented | Vented |
| Vent type design | Straight |
| Floating | Yes |
| Conventional or drum-in-hat type | Conventional |
| Directional or non-directional brake surface | Directional |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 5 |
| Mounting bolt hole quantity | 5 |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 5.5 |
| Mounting bolt hole diameter | 0.67 |
| Center hole diameter | 3.09 |
| Outside diameter | 13.23 |
| Overall height | 2.66 |
| Nominal thickness | 1.1 |
| Discard thickness | 1.04 |
| Grade type | Premium |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Warranty | Limited 1 year |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2002-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango and 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen at the front axle. The Dodge Ram 1500 fit excludes Mega Cab models and the 04-06 SRT10.
This set covers only the model years named above, and Durango model years after 2009 are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
The set is a pair of front rotors, sold as one set.
Not included: the ABS tone ring.
