Overview
The Baer Brakes 53026-020 is a set of front Claw performance brake rotors for the 2005–2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK), excluding SRT-8 models, and the 2006–2010 Jeep Commander (XK). They are one-piece, full-cast vented rotors designed as direct replacements, with a slotted and cross-drilled friction surface and a zinc-plated finish.
The slotted and cross-drilled face lets gases and dust escape from between the pad and rotor during braking. This design supports a more consistent pedal feel and reduced brake fade. The zinc-plated finish suits open-center wheels, where the rotor face is visible. As a direct replacement, the set takes the place of the factory front rotors on the covered vehicles. The ABS tone ring is not included with the set.
Because the set is a direct replacement, it is meant to take the place of the factory front rotors on the listed vehicles. The ABS tone ring is not included with the set.
Key features
- Slotted and cross-drilled friction surface vents gases and dust from between the pad and rotor
- Enhanced vane structure with premium materials, which Baer Brakes describes as built for cooling and durability
- Premium, mill balanced, direct replacement rotor
- Chamfered cross-drilled holes to minimize stress cracking
- Zinc-plated finish for a bright appearance behind open-center wheels
- Directional brake surface on a one-piece, full-cast vented rotor
Rotor wear and replacement
Brake rotors wear through friction, and heat cycling over time can cause small cracks or a ridge at the outer edge of the braking track. A worn rotor often shows up as a pulsing pedal, a vibration under light braking or a grinding sound when the pads are thin. Because the rotor and pad form one friction pair, pads should be checked whenever rotors are replaced.
On a full-size SUV, the rotor and hub face are worth cleaning before the new set goes on. Surface rust or pitting on the hub can cause runout that feels like a warped rotor. Confirm the rotation direction on each side of the directional brake surface before the wheels are reinstalled.
- Measure rotor thickness and compare it with the minimum marked on the hat
- Check the hub face for rust, pitting or debris
- Inspect caliper slide pins and boots at pad replacement
- Replace pads at the same time for even braking
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 53026-020 |
| UPC | 844165031222 |
| Sold as | Set (a pair) |
| Rotor construction | One piece, full cast |
| Axle | Front |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Disc finish | Zinc plated |
| Surface type | Slotted and cross-drilled |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Solid or vented | Vented |
| Grade type | Premium |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 5 |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 127 |
| Outside diameter | 326 |
| Overall height | 53 |
| Discard thickness | 28.5 |
| Emission code | 6 |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Country of origin | CN |
Vehicle fitment
Baer Brakes lists these front rotors for the following vehicles:
- 2005–2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK), front, excluding SRT-8
- 2006–2010 Jeep Commander (XK), front
Not covered: other generations of Grand Cherokee, such as the ZJ and WJ, SRT-8 Grand Cherokee models, and other Jeep models. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
A set of two direct replacement front rotors, one-piece full cast.
Not included: ABS tone ring.
