Overview
The 4261640CY is a front Pro disc brake kit finished with a Comp Yellow six-piston caliper. It is made for Ford and Mercury cars from 1970–1974 that came with factory drum brake spindles, including 1970–1973 Ford Mustang models.
The kit mounts a vented 13 inch rotor that is one-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated, and it uses the D0731 pad type. The 13 inch Pro suits most wheels of 17 inch or larger, so the 17.0 inch minimum wheel diameter is the first thing to check against your current wheel.
Key features
- Six-piston caliper assembled in Phoenix, Az, with a powder coated body
- CNC machined aluminum body made from US sourced forged or billet stock
- Stainless steel pistons and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons help minimize uneven pad wear
- Dual seals rated for dust, weather and pressure
- Rotor delivered with bearing races, premium bearings, Redline synthetic grease and new dust caps
Drum spindle conversions
Converting from drum to disc at the front changes the hub, rotor and caliper together, so it is best treated as one complete swap rather than a single part. The factory spindle, backing plate and hub bolts all influence how the new parts seat, and the original drum components are normally removed entirely.
Pad choice matters on a daily-driven car. The D0731 pad type suits this kit, and compound affects noise, dust and bite when cold. Inspect the rotor surface for scoring each time the pads are changed, and replace the rotor if the surface cannot be cleaned up evenly.
- Remove all drum parts before fitting the new hub
- Clean the hub face so the rotor sits flat
- Bed in new pads gradually after installation
- Watch for pulsing, pulling or a soft pedal
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261640CY |
| UPC | 90127969229 |
| Caliper color | Comp Yellow |
| Caliper | 6P, six-piston, fixed |
| Caliper pistons | 6 |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented |
| Rotor type | 1-piece integral hub |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 |
| Brake pad FMSI number | D0731 |
| Hose material | Steel braided |
| Brake hose DOT approved | Yes |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Template | Q082H |
| Axle | Front |
| Fitment notes | w/OE drum brake spindles |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Sold as | Kit |
Vehicle fitment
Alphabetical by make: Ford Falcon 1970; Ford Fairlane 1970; Ford Maverick 1970–1974; Ford Mustang 1970–1973; Ford Torino 1970–1971; Mercury Comet 1971–1974; Mercury Cougar 1970–1973; Mercury Cyclone 1970; Mercury Montego 1970–1971. Every entry is for factory drum brake spindles.
Cars with disc spindles and model years not shown above are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Confirm the spindle is the factory drum type before starting, since the kit is not designed for disc spindles. Baer recommends the Q082H template for wheel clearance, and the stainless braided hoses should be bled once connected. Keep the vehicle securely supported during the installation.
What’s included
The box holds the Comp Yellow six-piston caliper, the 13 inch integral hub rotor with bearing races, premium bearings with Redline synthetic grease, new dust caps, every mounting bracket, the stainless braided hoses and the hardware.
