Overview
The Baer Brakes 4261584B is a Pro Plus front brake system kit for the 1965-1979 Ford F-100 with QA1 front suspension. It pairs a 6-piston, 6P fixed caliper with a 14-inch two-piece, slotted and drilled, zinc plated rotor, and it uses the D0731 pad type.
The Pro Plus kit suits owners who want a front disc brake upgrade on a classic Ford F-100 truck. Rotors arrive pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware, and billet aluminum hubs come with premium bearings packed with Redline synthetic grease. The 14-inch Pro Plus is designed for most 18-inch or larger wheels.
Key features
- 6-piston, 6P caliper with stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons to minimize uneven pad wear
- Dual seals for dust, weather and pressure
- 2-piece slotted, drilled, zinc plated rotor with billet aluminum hat
- Billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings, Redline synthetic grease and billet dust caps
- Steel braided brake hoses, DOT approved
- CNC machined from US-sourced forged or billet aluminum, manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona
Before you buy
A front disc conversion changes how the whole axle works, so think about the brake system as a set. Rotor, caliper, pads, hub and hoses all need to match each other and the spindle they bolt to. Pads that are worn unevenly or a rotor with deep scoring should be replaced with the set, not piecemeal.
Wheel clearance deserves attention before purchase. Measure the inside of the wheel against the caliper and check the template against the wheel you plan to run. Older classic trucks often have worn wheel bearings or steering components, and a brake upgrade is a good time to inspect them.
- Check wheel clearance around the caliper before mounting
- Replace pads and rotors as a matched set
- Inspect the old hard lines and fittings for corrosion during the swap
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261584B |
| UPC | 90127853245 |
| Axle | Front |
| Caliper | 6-piston (6P), fixed type |
| Caliper color | Black, powder coated |
| Rotor type | 2-piece, vented |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 14.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 1.15 |
| Brake pad FMSI number | D0731 |
| Hose material | Steel braided |
| Hose DOT approved | Yes |
| Lug count | 5 |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50/5×5.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 18.0 inch |
| Template | Q082P |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1965-1979 Ford F-100 on the front axle. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
It does not cover the Ford F-150 or other Ford trucks, and coverage ends with the 1979 model year. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The kit is designed for use with modified stock-height 79-81 GM F-Body spindles, which are not included. Those spindles are available separately, or you can send in your QA1-supplied spindles to be modified by Baer. Baer cannot guarantee fit with every wheel style, so use the Q082P template to compare the system against your wheel before mounting. Brake work is safety-critical; have it installed by a qualified technician.
What’s included
The kit includes pre-assembled 2-piece rotors with NAS high grade stainless hardware, billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings and billet dust caps, 6-piston calipers, all mounting brackets, and stainless braided hoses and hardware.
Not included: QA1-compatible 79-81 GM F-Body spindles, which must be purchased separately or supplied for modification.
