Overview
Baer Brakes part 4261079GB is a Grabber Blue Extreme Plus front brake kit for Ford and Mercury cars fitted with factory drum brake spindles. Its fitment covers the 1970-1974 Ford Maverick, the 1970-1973 Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar, the 1971-1974 Mercury Comet, and the 1970-1971 Ford Torino and Mercury Montego, plus the single-year 1970 Ford Fairlane, Ford Falcon and Mercury Cyclone.
The system uses a 1-piece Monoblock 6-piston 6S caliper in Grabber Blue that clamps a 14.0 inch rotor. The rotor is a 2-piece vented, slotted and drilled design with zinc plating and a billet aluminum hat. Baer lists D1247 as the matching pad type, and stainless steel braided hoses come with the kit.
Key features
- Monoblock caliper with six pistons, CNC machined from US-sourced 2618 aluminum forging
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Powder coated caliper finish in Grabber Blue
- Staggered pistons designed to minimize uneven pad wear
- Dual seals guard against dust, weather and pressure
- Rotor pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware
- Billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings and Redline synthetic grease
Before you buy
A drum to disc conversion changes more than the front wheels. Brake pedal feel, master cylinder sizing and the proportioning valve setup all affect how a disc front end performs, so review the full hydraulic system before installing a new front kit. Many owners replace the brake lines and fluid at the same time to keep the system clean and consistent.
Wheel clearance deserves attention before the kit goes on. A larger rotor and caliper can reduce room behind the spokes, so measure wheel backspacing and inner clearance against the caliper body. Tires and wheels that meet the minimum diameter still need checking for rubbing at full steering lock. Bleed the system fully after installation.
- Master cylinder and proportioning valve compatibility
- Brake fluid rated for the system temperature
- Wheel backspacing and caliper clearance
- Steering linkage and tie rod ends for wear
- Brake lines and fittings for corrosion
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261079GB |
| UPC | 90127902745 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Axle | Front |
| Caliper | 1-piece Monoblock, 6-piston, 6S, fixed type |
| Caliper color | Grabber Blue |
| Caliper piston material | Stainless steel |
| Rotor | 2-piece, vented, slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 14.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 1.25 |
| Rotor hat | Billet aluminum |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 18.0 inch |
| Pad FMSI number | D1247 |
| Template | N085P |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Hose material | Stainless steel |
| Hub | Billet aluminum with premium bearings |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Grade | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Fitment on file covers these Ford and Mercury models with factory drum brake spindles: 1970 Ford Fairlane, 1970 Ford Falcon, 1970-1974 Ford Maverick, 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, 1970-1971 Ford Torino, 1971-1974 Mercury Comet, 1970-1973 Mercury Cougar, 1970 Mercury Cyclone and 1970-1971 Mercury Montego.
Models with disc brake spindles are not covered, and years past the ranges above, such as 1974 Mustang or 1974 Cougar, are not included. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The hubs come assembled with premium bearings, which reduces some prep work. Fit with every wheel cannot be guaranteed, so compare the wheel with the N085P template and confirm the 18.0 inch minimum diameter before mounting.
What’s included
Included are the 6S Monoblock caliper, the 14.0 inch two-piece rotors, billet aluminum hubs with bearings and billet dust caps, the mounting brackets, the stainless braided hoses and the hardware.
