Overview
The Baer Brakes 4261050HO is a front Extreme brake system for 2004-2008 Ford F-150 4WD trucks, with the caliper finished in Hugger Orange. Its 1-piece Monoblock six-piston, 6S caliper clamps a 15-inch 1-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor, and the design targets trucks running wheels of 19 inches and up.
Baer builds the components in Phoenix, Arizona, and the system reuses the factory hoses. Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips are part of the package, and the staggered piston layout aims to limit uneven pad wear. Wheel companies make many styles, so Baer asks owners to test fit with template N063U.
Key features
- 1-piece Monoblock six-piston 6S caliper, made in Phoenix, Arizona
- CNC machined from U.S.-sourced 2618 aluminum forging
- Powder-coated finish in Hugger Orange
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons designed to minimize uneven pad wear
- Dual seals guarding against dust, weather and pressure
- 1-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor
Wheel clearance basics
Wheel clearance is the first thing to settle with any larger front brake kit. The caliper body and the rotor hat sit inside the wheel, so the spoke pattern and inner barrel shape matter as much as the labeled diameter. A wheel that is nominally 19 inches can still clear poorly if its offset pushes the face toward the caliper.
Tire size and suspension height also affect clearance. A lift or a larger tire changes how the wheel sits relative to the caliper, and steering rub is often the first sign of trouble. Recheck clearance after any change to the front end.
When wheels are swapped, repeat the check rather than assuming the old fitment still applies.
- Check inner barrel clearance around the caliper
- Recheck after any lift or tire size change
- Confirm the wheel is 19 inches or larger
- Look for rub marks on the caliper after the first drive
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261050HO |
| UPC | 90127939727 |
| Kit type | Kit |
| Axle | Front |
| Drive | 4WD |
| Caliper | 6S, 1-piece Monoblock, 6-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Rotor type | 1-piece, vented |
| Rotor outside diameter | 15.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 1.18 |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 19.0 inch |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 6x135mm |
| Lug count | 6 lug |
| Pad type | D1247 (FMSI) |
| Template | N063U |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Hose material | Re-uses OE hoses |
| Grade | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2004-2008 Ford F-150 in 4WD applications only.
Other F-150 model years, including 2003 and earlier and 2009 and later, and two-wheel-drive F-150s are not shown. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Brackets and hardware are part of the kit, so separate brackets are unnecessary. Check the rotor against the wheel you plan to run with template N063U before final assembly. Have a qualified technician perform the brake work on this 4WD truck.
What’s included
The kit includes the 6-piston 6S caliper, the 15-inch rotor, mounting brackets and hardware. The factory hoses are reused rather than replaced.
Not included: Wheels, which should be 19 inches or larger in diameter.
