Overview
Part 4261049GB is a Grabber Blue Extreme front brake system for 2004-2008 Ford F-150 2WD trucks. It has a 1-piece Monoblock 6-piston 6S caliper clamping a 15.0 inch vented rotor with slotted, drilled and zinc plated faces. The setup suits most wheels 19 inch or larger.
Grabber Blue is the powder coat on the caliper body. Shoppers comparing front brake kits for this truck will want the pad details too: the system uses the D1247 pad type, and Baer describes its dust and weather seals as compliant. The kit is for the front axle only, making it a front-end upgrade rather than a full brake package.
Key features
- Monoblock caliper with six pistons in the 6S design, made in Phoenix, AZ
- Body machined by CNC from U.S.-sourced 2618 aluminum forging
- Grabber Blue powder coat on the caliper
- Stainless pistons and abutments, plus noise suppression clips
- Pistons are staggered, which helps keep pad wear even across the surface
- Dual seals handle dust, weather and pressure
- Slotted, drilled and zinc plated 1-piece rotor
Hoses and bleeding
This kit re-uses the truck’s factory hoses, so the condition of those lines matters as much as the caliper itself. Before mounting, inspect each hose for cracks, bulging, chafing near the frame, or soft spots when the pedal is pressed. A hose that swells under pressure can make the pedal feel spongy even with new hardware.
Bleeding removes air from the system after the caliper is connected. Pedal feel changes noticeably when air remains in the lines, so the bleed should be completed in sequence and checked until the fluid runs clear. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point, so a fresh fill helps after any hydraulic work.
- Inspect hoses for chafing and bulges
- Bleed in the order your installer uses
- Top off fluid after bleeding
- Test the pedal before driving
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261049GB |
| UPC | 90127939567 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Axle | Front |
| Drive | 2WD |
| Caliper | 6S, 1-piece Monoblock, fixed, 6 pistons |
| Caliper color | Grabber Blue |
| Rotor outside diameter | 15.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 1.18 |
| Rotor construction | Vented, 1-piece, slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Pad FMSI number | D1247 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 19.0 inch |
| Lug count | 6 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 6x135mm |
| Hose material | Re-uses OE hoses |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Template | N063U |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
The kit fits 2004-2008 Ford F-150 2WD trucks on the front axle.
Other F-150 generations and other Ford models are outside this range and are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Because Baer cannot promise fit across every wheel style, use the N063U template to test clearance against your planned wheel, and keep the 19.0 inch minimum diameter in mind.
Installation notes
Factory hoses are re-used, so the caliper connects to the truck’s existing lines. A qualified technician should install the kit and bleed the brakes once the caliper is secured.
What’s included
The kit includes the 6S caliper, the 15.0 inch rotor, and all mounting brackets and hardware. Check the package contents against your installation before starting. The D1247 pad type is the one for this system.
