Overview
The Baer Brakes 55097-020 is a set of Claw performance front brake rotors for a long list of 2005-2020 Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac trucks and SUVs, including Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade and Avalanche entries. Each rotor is a direct replacement for the factory front disc.
The rotor is one-piece, full cast, with a cross-drilled and slotted friction surface. The design lets gases and dust escape from between the pad and rotor during braking, which supports a more consistent pedal feel and reduced brake fade.
Many model years and trims are covered, so compare the dimensions below, including the center hole, nominal thickness and rotor height, against your current rotors.
Key features
- Cross-drilled and slotted friction surface for gas and dust escape
- Premium, mill balanced, direct replacement rotor
- Chamfered cross-drilled holes to minimize stress cracking
- Zinc-plated disc finish with a rust resistant coating
- Floating rotor design
- Straight vent type design
Front rotor wear and pads
Front rotors take most of the braking load on trucks and SUVs of this size, so they wear faster than many rear parts. Scoring, a raised lip at the outer edge, and pulsation through the steering wheel under braking are the usual signs they need attention. Measure the thickness against the discard thickness before deciding to reuse them.
A floating rotor design lets the disc move slightly on the hub, which helps it stay flat against the pads. Check the hub surface and caliper bracket bolts for corrosion or runout before the new rotor goes on. Replacing pads with the rotors keeps wear even across the face.
- Replace front pads with the rotors for even contact
- Clean the hub face and remove any rust before mounting
- Check caliper bracket bolts for proper torque
- Bed in new pads gradually to reduce noise
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 55097-020 |
| UPC | 844165031345 |
| Axle | Front |
| Sold as | Set |
| Rotor construction | 1-piece, full cast |
| Conventional or drum-in-hat | Conventional |
| Floating | Yes |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Disc finish | Zinc plated |
| Rust resistant coating | Yes |
| Surface type | Slotted and drilled |
| Solid or vented | Vented |
| Vent type design | Straight |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Grade type | Premium |
| Center hole diameter | 3.091 |
| Outside diameter | 12.992 |
| Overall height | 2.165 |
| Nominal thickness | 1.181 |
| Discard thickness | 1.102 |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 5.5 |
| Mounting bolt hole diameter | 0.62 |
| Mounting bolt hole quantity | 6 |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 6 |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Warranty | Limited 1 year warranty |
Vehicle fitment
This front rotor set fits 2005-2020 Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac models, including the 2007-2020 Cadillac Escalade, 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS, 2007-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban and 2007-2020 GMC Yukon. Some applications are limited to particular configurations.
Entries for the 2007 Silverado 1500 Classic and 2007 Sierra 1500 Classic are limited to the listed configurations, and model years outside the list are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
The kit includes a pair of direct replacement front rotors, sold as a set.
Not included: ABS tone ring. Baer’s details mark it as not included.
