Overview
The Baer Brakes Claw front rotor pair, part number 73022-020, is a direct replacement front rotor set for 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks, along with 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL models. Every vehicle here is matched to a 4-piston front caliper, so confirm your caliper type before choosing these rotors.
Each rotor pairs a slotted and drilled friction surface with a zinc-plated finish. The slots and cross-drilled holes help gases and dust leave the contact area between pad and rotor, supporting a more consistent pedal feel and reduced brake fade. The rotors are one-piece full cast iron, premium grade, and mill balanced.
Key features
- Slotted and drilled friction surface for improved braking performance.
- Enhanced vane structure and premium materials for cooling and durability.
- Premium, mill balanced, direct replacement design.
- Chamfered cross-drilled holes to minimize stress cracking.
- Zinc-plated finish with a rust resistant coating.
- Vented, conventional rotor with a directional brake surface.
Checking the caliper first
Caliper type decides which front rotors belong on a truck, because the rotor, hub and caliper bracket must line up with the pads and piston count. Before ordering, look at the caliper casting or the part markings on the old unit, and compare them with the design named here. A mismatch can leave the rotor sitting wrong or the pads contacting the rotor unevenly, even when the bolt pattern matches.
Once the caliper is confirmed, the rest of the job is mostly routine. Rotors should be cleaned of protective coating and oil before fitting, and the hub face should be free of rust. Front rotors on trucks take heavy heat during towing and mountain driving, so keep an eye on pedal feel and vibration in the first few weeks after the change.
- Read the caliper marking or casting before ordering
- Clean the hub face and rotor mating surface before fitting
- Torque lug nuts in a star pattern and re-check after initial drives
- Keep the ABS tone ring in good condition on the hub
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 73022-020 |
| UPC | 90127964262 |
| Axle position | Front |
| Construction | One piece, full cast |
| Rotor style | Vented, conventional |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Surface type | Slotted x drilled |
| Disc finish | Zinc plated |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Grade | Premium |
| Caliper requirement | 4-piston front caliper |
| Outside diameter | 13.500 in (343 mm) |
| Nominal thickness | 1.180 in (30 mm) |
| Discard thickness | 1.1 in (28 mm) |
| Overall height | 2.31 in (58.6 mm) |
| Center hole diameter | 3.1 in (78.7 mm) |
| Mounting bolt hole circle diameter | 5.5 in (139.7 mm) |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 6 |
| Rust resistant coating | Yes |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Packaging | Set |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It covers the front position of the 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, the 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD, the 2021-2024 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, the 2019-2025 GMC Sierra 1500, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, and the 2021-2024 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, each with a 4-piston front caliper.
Vehicles with a different front caliper, and 2500 or 3500 heavy-duty trucks, fall outside the stated fitment. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Check the front caliper on your vehicle before fitting, since the fitment entries call for a 4-piston design. The rotors are a direct replacement with no drilling or welding described, and the ABS tone ring is not included, so inspect the existing ring on the hub before the work begins.
What’s included
A pair of front rotors, supplied as a set, with slotted and drilled friction surfaces and a zinc-plated finish.
Not included: ABS tone ring.
