Overview
The Baer Brakes 4261079HO is a front Extreme Plus disc brake kit finished in Hugger Orange, built for Ford and Mercury cars that originally carried drum brake spindles. Covered models include the 1970-1974 Ford Maverick, the 1970-1973 Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar, and the other models shown in the fitment section below.
Each side uses a 1-piece Monoblock design with six pistons, labeled 6S, that squeezes a 14.0 inch two-piece slotted, drilled and zinc-plated rotor. Baer names the D1247 pad type for this system, and the caliper color is Hugger Orange.
Key features
- 1-piece Monoblock, 6-piston, 6S caliper made in Phoenix, Arizona
- Caliper body CNC machined from US-sourced 2618 aluminum forging
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered piston layout to reduce uneven pad wear
- Dual seals rated for dust, weather and pressure
- 2-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor with billet aluminum hat
- Hubs come with premium bearings packed in Redline synthetic grease
Pad and rotor care
Brake pads are the wear item in any disc system, and a set matched to the pad type for this kit keeps the caliper working as designed. Check pad thickness at each wheel service and replace them before the backing plate contacts the rotor. Uneven wear on one side often points to a sticking caliper or a seal problem rather than the pads themselves.
Rotors need the same attention. Look for deep grooves, heat cracks or a raised lip at the outer edge, and measure thickness against the minimum stamped on the rotor. Slots and drilled holes help shed water and gas, but they do not replace a rotor that is worn thin. After a new rotor is fitted, bed in the pads gently over several stops before any hard braking.
- Inspect pads for uneven wear at every wheel service
- Check rotor surface for grooves and heat checks
- Replace pads and rotors as a matched set when possible
- Keep brake fluid fresh to protect caliper seals
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261079HO |
| UPC | 90127902783 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Axle | Front |
| Caliper | 1-piece Monoblock, 6-piston, 6S, fixed type |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| 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
Listed fitment 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.
Disc-brake-spindle versions of these models, and years outside the ranges above, are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Because the rotors come pre-assembled with NAS stainless hardware, the rotor-to-hat work is already finished. Baer cannot promise fit with every aftermarket wheel style, so lay the N085P template against your wheel before mounting. Wheels must be at least 18.0 inch in diameter.
What’s included
The package contains the Monoblock 6-piston caliper, the 14.0 inch two-piece rotors with billet hats, billet hubs with bearings and dust caps, mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and the hardware needed for installation.
