Overview
The Baer Brakes 4261647CY is a front S4 disc brake kit with a Comp Yellow caliper, meant for 1970 to 1974 Ford and Mercury cars with drum spindles up front. It uses a 4-piston S4TL caliper and an 11.29 inch vented, drilled rotor.
The 11 inch SS4 is designed to match the approach of Baer’s larger systems, packaged for 15 inch wheels. It covers Ford Mustang, Fairlane, Falcon, Maverick and Torino and Mercury Comet, Cougar, Cyclone and Montego, with years in the fitment section. The caliper is manufactured in Phoenix, AZ.
Key features
- Top-load S4TL four-piston caliper built for simple pad swaps
- Hard anodized aluminum pistons with stainless steel abutments and noise suppression clips
- Dual seals keep dust, weather and pressure out
- Powder coated in Comp Yellow, machined from forged or billet aluminum sourced in the USA
- 1-piece integral hub rotor with a slotted, drilled, zinc-plated face
- Bearing races pre-installed, premium bearings packed in Redline synthetic grease, new dust caps supplied
- Brackets, braided hoses and hardware all included
Hoses, fluid and bed-in
Braided hoses are a durable choice for a disc conversion, but they still age. Check them at every service for bulges, chafing against the suspension and seepage at the fittings. A hose that feels spongy under pedal pressure should be replaced rather than retested.
Bleeding follows installation. Air trapped in the lines makes the pedal feel soft, so bleed the system in the correct order and use fresh brake fluid from a sealed container. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, so changing it on a regular schedule keeps the front brakes responding consistently.
When the new pads and rotor are installed, bed them in with a series of moderate stops. This transfers an even layer of pad material to the rotor and helps the brakes feel consistent. Avoid heavy braking until the process is complete.
- Hoses checked for bulges and chafing
- Fittings inspected for seepage after install
- Brake fluid replaced on a regular schedule
- Pads and rotor bedded in with moderate stops
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261647CY |
| UPC | 90127974254 |
| Caliper | S4TL, 4-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Comp Yellow |
| Rotor outside diameter | 11.29 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented, 1-piece integral hub |
| Rotor thickness | 0.94 |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 15.0 inch |
| Hose type | Braided, DOT approved |
| Disc brake pad FMSI number | 6070012 |
| Template | ST168B |
| Axle | Front |
| Grade | Performance |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It fits these vehicles, all with OE drum brake spindles: Ford Fairlane 1970, Ford Falcon 1970, Ford Maverick 1970 through 1974, Ford Mustang 1970 through 1973, Ford Torino 1970 through 1971, Mercury Comet 1971 through 1974, Mercury Cougar 1970 through 1973, Mercury Cyclone 1970 and Mercury Montego 1970 through 1971.
Model years beyond these ranges, such as a 1972 Torino or a 1974 Cougar, are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The system is written for OE drum brake spindles, so confirm yours before ordering. Check wheel clearance with the ST168B template, because Baer cannot promise fit for every wheel design. Have a professional brake shop handle mounting, since this is front-axle braking hardware.
What’s included
The box holds the Comp Yellow S4TL caliper, the 11.29 inch integral hub rotor with bearing races and premium bearings, brackets, braided hoses, dust caps and installation hardware.
Not included: wheels, which should clear the 15.0 inch minimum wheel diameter.
