Overview
Fire Red is the caliper finish on the Baer Brakes 4262147FR, a 13.0 inch rear disc brake system for Ford 8 inch/9 inch rear ends with small bearing housing ends. The 6-piston 6P fixed caliper clamps a 2-piece vented rotor, and the backing plate also houses a park brake shoe.
Key features
- Six-piston 6P fixed rear caliper with a powder coated Fire Red finish
- Stainless pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons aimed at reducing uneven pad wear
- Dual seals rated for dust, weather and pressure
- Slotted, drilled and zinc plated two-piece rotor with a billet aluminum hat
- Rotors supplied pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware
- Steel braided hoses carrying DOT approval
- Caliper made in Phoenix, Arizona from U.S. sourced forged or billet aluminum
Rear brake wear and service
Rear brake pads and rotors wear at different rates depending on how a vehicle is driven. Off-road trips with frequent slow stops tend to glaze pads, while steep grades put long loads on the rotor. Inspect the friction surfaces at each wheel service and look for uneven wear, deep grooves or a rotor that has dropped below its usable thickness.
Braided hoses rarely fail on their own, but they can chafe where they pass near suspension parts. Route them clear of moving components and check the fittings for seepage whenever the caliper is inspected. After any hose or caliper work, bleed the system so the pedal feels firm before driving on the trail.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Replace it on a regular schedule and keep the reservoir sealed during service to limit contamination.
- Uneven pad wear on one side
- Scoring or grooves on the rotor
- Soft pedal after hose or caliper service
- Chafed or seeping brake hoses
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262147FR |
| UPC | 90127947395 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Caliper | 6P, 6-piston, fixed (rear) |
| Caliper color | Fire Red |
| Caliper finish | Powder coated |
| Piston material | Stainless steel |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor type | 2-piece, vented |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor hat | Billet aluminum |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 |
| Pad FMSI number | D0731 |
| Template | Q082H |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50/5×4.75 |
| Axle flange | Ford 8 inch/9 inch small bearing |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake | Included (shoe assembly in backing plate) |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Fitment is for the Ford 8 inch/9 inch small bearing axle flange. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
The Ford 9 inch early big bearing style is a different flange and does not match this kit.
Installation notes
Use template Q082H to test clearance against your intended wheel, since Baer cannot confirm fit with every wheel style. Keep the 17.0 inch minimum wheel diameter in mind when choosing wheels.
What’s included
Included are the 13.0 inch rear brake system with 6P caliper, two-piece rotors pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware, steel braided hoses with stainless hardware, and a 1-piece park brake shoe assembly.
Not included: Park brake cables.
