Overview
The Baer Brakes 4301579R is a front Pro Plus brake system kit with a red six-piston 6P caliper, built for 1988–1998 Chevrolet and GMC C1500 2WD trucks and for the 1992–1999 C1500 Suburban and GMC Yukon SUVs. The kit is a complete front disc brake assembly: caliper, 14-inch two-piece slotted rotor, billet aluminum hubs, mounting brackets and stainless braided hoses.
The 6P caliper is a fixed design with staggered pistons, which Baer says helps minimize uneven pad wear. Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips work with dual dust/weather and pressure seals. The kit uses the D0731 pad type, and Baer designed the 14-inch Pro Plus for wheels of 18 inches or larger.
Key features
- Six-piston 6P fixed caliper in a powder-coated red finish
- Staggered pistons designed to minimize uneven pad wear
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Dual dust/weather and pressure seals on the caliper
- 14-inch two-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated vented rotor with billet aluminum hat
- Billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings packed with Redline synthetic grease
- Stainless braided hoses, mounting brackets and hardware included
Brake pad wear and care
Front disc brakes do most of the stopping work, and pads wear faster when the truck carries extra weight or is driven with heavy throttle. Uneven pad wear usually shows up as one pad worn thinner than the other or as a pulsing pedal. Checking pad thickness at every tire rotation helps catch these problems before the rotor is damaged.
Larger rotors and multi-piston calipers spread heat over more area, but they still need the same routine checks. Inspect the rotor face for scoring, check the slots for packed debris, and look at the braided hoses for chafing near the brackets. Recheck the caliper bolt torque after the first few drives.
- Look for cracks around rotor slots and drill holes
- Inspect hoses for abrasion where they pass near suspension parts
- Recheck bolt torque after the first few trail runs
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4301579R |
| UPC | 90127853757 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Caliper | 6P, 6-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Red |
| Caliper finish | Powder coated |
| Rotor | 14.0 inch vented, 2-piece |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.15 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 18.0 inch |
| Pad FMSI number | D0731 |
| Hub | Billet aluminum |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×5.00 |
| Wheel stud size | M14-1.50 x 47.5mm |
| Drive | 2WD |
| Axle | Front |
| Spindles included | No |
| Fitment notes | w/React 2 Inch Drop Spindles |
| Template | Q117P |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Covered models are the 1988–1998 Chevrolet C1500, 1992–1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, 1995–1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1988–1998 GMC C1500, 1992–1999 GMC C1500 Suburban and 1992–1999 GMC Yukon. The kit is for 2WD drive.
This kit does not cover 4WD models or the 1999 and later GM C1500 generations. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The rotors arrive pre-assembled with NAS high-grade stainless hardware, and the hubs come with bearings already packed. The 2-inch drop spindles are not included, so confirm you have the React 2 Inch Drop Spindles before starting. Use the Q117P template to check clearance between the 14-inch rotor, the 6-piston caliper and your wheel, since Baer cannot guarantee fit with every wheel style. Brake work is safety-critical, so have the system installed and bled by a qualified technician.
What’s included
The kit includes the 6P red caliper, 14-inch two-piece rotors with billet aluminum hats, billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings and billet dust caps, mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and the included hardware.
Not included: 2-inch React drop spindles and wheels.
