Overview
Part 4261640R is the Baer Brakes Pro front brake system in red, with a 13-inch 1-piece integral hub rotor and a 6-piston 6P caliper. It is intended for 1970 to 1974 Ford and Mercury cars with OE drum brake spindles, including the Ford Falcon, Fairlane, Maverick, Mustang and Torino and the Mercury Comet, Cougar, Cyclone and Montego.
This package suits wheels of 17 inches and larger, though wheel style still affects fit. It comes as a complete kit, so the caliper, rotor, bearings, hoses and mounting hardware arrive together.
Key features
- Red 6P six-piston fixed caliper with a powder-coated finish, manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Caliper body CNC machined from US-sourced forged or billet aluminum.
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips.
- Staggered pistons intended to reduce uneven pad wear.
- Dual seals against dust, weather and pressure.
- Vented 13-inch rotor, 1.1 in thick, with a slotted, drilled and zinc-plated surface.
- Bearing races set in the rotor, premium bearings packed with Redline synthetic grease, and new dust caps.
- Stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware included.
Caring for the red caliper
Powder-coated calipers hold their finish best when the surface is kept clean. Brake dust builds up quickly on a front caliper, so rinse it away regularly with plain water and a soft brush. Avoid strong degreasers on the coating, and wipe spilled brake fluid off right away since it can soften paint.
Pad selection also affects how the caliper ages. A compound that runs very hot can discolor the surrounding area, while a pad that is too hard can score the rotor. Choose a friction material suited to street and trail use, and match the pad to the rotor surface and caliper type.
Routine checks should include the caliper slide pins, dust boots and the braided hoses. Look for leaks, stiff movement, and damaged boots that let grit reach the piston seals. Address any issue before the next long drive, because a sticking caliper can overheat the rotor quickly.
- Rinse dust off the caliper after muddy drives
- Check pad thickness at each tire rotation
- Look for fluid seepage at every hose fitting
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261640R |
| UPC | 90127969274 |
| Caliper | 6P, 6-piston, fixed type |
| Caliper material | Forged or billet aluminum, CNC machined |
| Caliper color | Red |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 in |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 in |
| Rotor construction | Vented |
| Rotor type | 1-piece integral hub |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 in |
| Pad FMSI number | D0731 |
| Template | Q082H |
| Lug count | 5 |
| Bolt pattern | 5×4.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 in |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Axle | Front |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Sold as | Kit |
Vehicle fitment
Listed vehicles, all with OE 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; 1970–1971 Mercury Montego.
Other years of these models and cars without drum spindles are outside the stated fitment. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Confirm wheel clearance against Baer’s Q082H template before you settle on a wheel. The steel braided hoses and mounting hardware come in the box, so the caliper can be set up from the supplied parts. Since this is brake equipment, have the system checked for proper function before driving.
What’s included
The package includes the red 6P caliper, the 13-inch vented integral hub rotor with bearing races, premium bearings, Redline grease, dust caps, steel braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware.
Not included: wheels and tires. The car must have OE drum brake spindles, per the fitment notes.
