Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262236GB is a Grabber Blue SS4 rear disc brake kit built around an S4 4-piston caliper and a 12.0 inch rotor. Baer gives its axle flange as Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing, so it targets rear axles with that bearing housing style. The kit comes as one unit.
Baer’s backing plate mounts the caliper and houses a modern 1-piece park brake shoe assembly. The rotor is 1-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated. Pads are the popular DR1 or HB100 type, FMSI DR1-C, and the dust and weather seals are T compliant. Braided hoses come with the kit. The minimum wheel diameter is 16.0 Inch, and the 12 inch SS4 suits most 16 inch or larger wheels.
Key features
- S4 2-piece, 4-piston caliper in Grabber Blue, manufactured in Phoenix, AZ
- Caliper machined from US sourced forged or billet aluminum with a powder coated finish
- Hard anodized aluminum pistons, stainless steel abutments and noise suppression clips
- Dual seals rated for dust, weather and pressure
- Vented 12.0 inch rotor, 1-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated
- Park brake shoe assembly built into the backing plate
- Braided hoses included
Parking brake setup tips
Because the parking brake shoes live inside the backing plate, the cable run decides how well the lever works. Route the cable so it does not bind at the axle or rub against the frame, and make sure it moves freely through its full travel. Cable length and housing condition matter more than most owners expect, since a stretched or kinked cable can leave the rear shoes out of reach.
Adjust the shoes once the wheels are back on, then test the lever on an incline before trusting it. Shoes wear in over the first few weeks, so a second check is worth the time. Keep the cable clear of mud and grit by cleaning it when you wash the rear end.
- Route cables clear of moving suspension parts
- Test the lever on an incline after adjusting
- Re-check shoe clearance after the first few weeks
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262236GB |
| UPC | 90127950562 |
| Caliper | S4, 2-piece, 4-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Grabber Blue |
| Caliper piston quantity | 4 |
| Rotor outside diameter | 12.0 Inch |
| Rotor type | 1-Piece, vented, slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.02 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 16.0 Inch |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50/5×4.75 |
| Lug count | 5 Lug |
| Axle | Rear, Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing flange |
| Pad type | DR1 or HB100, FMSI DR1-C |
| Template | S113E |
| Hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake | Included; park brake cables not included |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Format | Kit |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
The application is set by the rear axle flange, Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing, which points to that housing style rather than a named vehicle. Other rear flanges and front axles are outside this kit’s application.
Other rear axle flanges and front axles fall outside this kit’s stated application. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Wheel styles vary, so run the S113E template against your wheel before installation. Park brake cables are not part of the kit, so plan the parking brake cabling separately. Brake systems are safety-critical, so a qualified installer should fit and test the complete system.
What’s included
The kit includes the S4 caliper in Grabber Blue, the 12.0 inch rotor, the backing plate with its park brake shoe assembly, and braided hoses.
Not included: park brake cables.
