Overview
The Baer Brakes 4261216HO is a 13.0 inch front brake system in Hugger Orange, designed for Ford and Mercury models that came with OE drum brake spindles from the factory. Its six-piston 6P caliper clamps a two-piece slotted, drilled and zinc-plated rotor sized for wheels 17 inch or larger.
The Pro Plus kit fits 1970 to 1974 Ford Falcon, Torino, Fairlane and Maverick models and Mercury Cyclone, Montego and Comet models. Baer Brakes manufactures the kit in Phoenix, Arizona, and the package brings stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and billet aluminum hubs.
Key features
- Hugger Orange powder coated finish on the six-piston 6P caliper
- Dual seals that protect against dust, weather and pressure
- Pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips are all stainless steel
- Staggered pistons are intended to minimize uneven pad wear
- Two-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor with billet aluminum hat
- Billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings and billet dust caps
- NAS high grade stainless hardware pre-assembled with the rotors
- CNC machined from US sourced forged or billet aluminum
Before you buy
Drum-to-disc conversions change how a car stops more than almost any other single modification, so it helps to think about the whole front end before ordering. A larger rotor and six-piston caliper shift braking load toward the front axle, which means the master cylinder, proportioning setup and brake lines all matter. Many owners replace the front wheel bearings and seals at the same time as the hubs, since the job already requires pulling the spindle assembly apart and cleaning the mounting surfaces.
Wheel choice is the other big variable. A rotor sized for 17 inch or larger wheels needs enough clearance around the caliper, and wheel offsets that sit close to the caliper body can rub under load. Check the fit with the wheel you plan to run before the car returns to the road, and keep the stainless braided hoses routed away from moving suspension parts and the steering linkage.
- Inspect the old drum backing plate and spindle for wear before mounting
- Re-check lug nut torque after the first few drives
- Replace front seals and bearings while the hubs are off
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261216HO |
| UPC | 90127903391 |
| Axle | Front |
| Rotor diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented, two-piece, slotted, drilled, zinc-plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 |
| Caliper | 6-piston, 6P fixed |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Pad type | D0731 (FMSI) |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Bolt pattern | 5×4.50 inch |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Template | Q082H |
| Finish | Powder coated |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Type | Kit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits these Ford and Mercury models, each 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
Cars with factory disc spindles and years outside these ranges, for example a 1974 Ford Mustang with disc spindles, fall outside the listed coverage. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Hubs and rotors arrive assembled, so work on a drum-spindle car centers on the mounting brackets, the stainless braided hoses and a wheel-clearance check. Compare the rotor against the wheel you plan to run using the Q082H template, since fitment with every wheel style cannot be guaranteed. A qualified brake technician should handle the installation.
What’s included
Included are the two-piece 13.0 inch rotors, six-piston 6P calipers, billet aluminum hubs with bearings, billet dust caps, all mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and the hardware for the kit.
Not included: Wheels and tires. Pad type is D0731, so confirm your pad needs before ordering.
