Overview
The Baer Brakes 54124-020 is a pair of front Claw performance rotors made to replace the factory front discs on 4WD Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks from 2005 to 2013 and 2005 to 2012, and on 2010–2012 F-450 Super Duty trucks. Each rotor is a one-piece, full cast iron, vented disc with a slotted and drilled friction face.
Baer positions these for Super Duty trucks that work hard and carry heavy loads. The drilled and slotted face is meant to let gases and dust escape between the pad and rotor, which Baer says supports steadier pedal feel and less fade. The zinc-plated face shows through open-center wheels.
Key features
- Slotted and drilled friction face vents gases and dust away from the pad.
- Enhanced vane structure for cooling, using premium materials.
- Mill balanced, premium direct-replacement rotor.
- Chamfered cross-drilled holes intended to minimize stress cracking.
- Zinc-plated finish for a bright look behind open-center wheels.
- Vented, directional brake surface on an 8-stud hub pattern.
Towing and heavy loads
Heavy-duty trucks put far more heat into the front brakes than light vehicles do, especially when towing on grades. Rotors that run hot for long periods can develop heat checking, and the surface can lose its flatness. Choosing a pad compound rated for the expected temperature range helps keep the friction face even and the pedal firm during repeated stops.
Front brake work on these trucks is often done together with the caliper hardware. Inspect slide pins, boots and brake hoses while the wheels are off, and replace worn pads at the same time as the rotors. Wheel bearings and hub surfaces should be clean before the new rotors are installed, since runout at the hub causes pulsing.
Drivers who tow frequently may want a regular inspection interval. Note any change in pedal travel, vibration or noise, and recheck the rotor thickness against the discard value whenever pads are changed.
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 54124-020 |
| UPC | 844165031284 |
| Axle | Front |
| Drive | 4WD |
| Sold as | Set (pair) |
| Rotor construction | 1-piece, full cast |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Solid or vented | Vented |
| Surface type | Slotted and drilled |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Disc finish | Zinc plated |
| Outside diameter | 347 |
| Overall height | 100 |
| Discard thickness | 36.4 |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 8 |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 170 |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Grade | Premium |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Country of origin | CN |
Vehicle fitment
The fit covers 2005–2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2005–2012 Ford F-350 Super Duty and 2010–2012 Ford F-450 Super Duty trucks. The F-250 and F-350 applications are 4WD, and the F-350 covers both single rear wheel (SRW) and dual rear wheel (DRW) trucks.
Excluded: F-250 and F-350 models without 4WD, F-450 years outside 2010–2012, and Excursion or F-150 applications, which are not in this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
No ABS tone ring comes with this set, so check the ring already on your hub before fitting the rotors. Use a pad compound suited to slotted and drilled rotors, and avoid hard stops until the new pads have bedded in.
What’s included
One pair of front Claw performance rotors, sold as a set, each one-piece and full cast.
Not included: brake pads and any ABS tone ring.
