Overview
The Baer Brakes Claw combo kit, part number 73022-2173, bundles a pair of front Claw rotors with a set of Baer Claw ceramic performance street pads and the hardware that goes with them. It fits the front axle of 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks, along with 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL models.
The rotors are slotted, drilled and zinc-plated. They are direct bolt-on replacements that need no modifications, and the package balances performance with comfortable road manners for daily driving. The zinc-plated rotors also give a bright appearance behind open-center wheels.
Key features
- Slotted, drilled and zinc-plated rotors for braking performance and a bright appearance.
- Baer Claw ceramic performance street pads, four to a kit.
- Wear indicator attached to the pads.
- Stainless-steel abutment clips and noise suppression hardware included.
- Mounting hardware included for a direct bolt-on installation.
- Vented rotor construction with a black backing plate.
Pads and rotors as a pair
Front pads and rotors wear as a matched pair, since each pad works against the rotor face beside it. A combo kit makes that pairing simple, but the pads still need the same attention as any set. Ceramic friction material tends to run quieter and cleaner than semi-metallic pads, though it still needs a proper break-in before hard stops, and the wear indicator gives a clear warning before the backing plate contacts the rotor.
Front brakes do most of the stopping on a truck, so rotor thickness and hub condition matter for steady braking. Keep the slide points clean and lubricated during service, and inspect the abutment clips for wear each time the pads come out. Hardware should be seated correctly, since loose parts can cause rattles and uneven pad contact.
- Bed in new pads with a series of moderate stops before heavy use
- Lubricate slide points with a suitable brake lubricant, which is sold separately
- Inspect the wear indicator each time the wheels come off
- Keep brake fluid at the correct level and replace it on schedule
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 73022-2173 |
| UPC | 90127964279 |
| Axle position | Front |
| Packaging | Kit |
| Pad quantity | 4 |
| Friction material | Ceramic |
| Backing plate color | Black |
| Construction | One piece, full cast |
| Rotor style | Vented, conventional |
| Brake surface | Directional |
| Surface type | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Grade | Premium |
| 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) |
| Stud/lug hole circle diameter | 5.5 in (139.7 mm) |
| Stud/lug hole quantity | 6 |
| Wear indicator attached | Yes |
| Mounting hardware included | Yes |
| Abutment clips included | Yes |
| Brake lubricant included | No |
| ABS tone ring included | No |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the front axle 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.
It does not fit heavy-duty 2500 or 3500 trucks, or model years outside the ranges above. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
It is a direct bolt-on replacement, so the job does not require drilling, welding or other modifications. Brake lubricant is not included, so have a suitable one ready for the slide points and hardware.
What’s included
The kit contains a pair of slotted, drilled and zinc-plated front rotors, four Baer Claw ceramic street pads, stainless-steel abutment clips, noise suppression hardware and mounting hardware.
Not included: brake lubricant and the ABS tone ring.
