Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262264GB is a Grabber Blue SS4 rear brake kit for rear ends with Ford 9 Inch Torino (Late Big) bearing housing ends and a 5×5.00 wheel bolt pattern. The S4 four-piston caliper clamps a 12.0 inch vented rotor that is one-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated.
The backing plate is the caliper mount and also houses a one-piece park brake shoe assembly within the kit. Braided brake hoses are included. The 12 inch SS4 fits wheels 16 inch or larger, with a 16.0 inch minimum wheel diameter. Because wheel styles vary a great deal, fit with every wheel style cannot be assured, so run a template check against the wheel you choose.
Key features
- S4 caliper with four pistons and a fixed design
- Hard anodized aluminum pistons with stainless steel abutments
- Dual seals that resist dust, weather and pressure
- Slotted, drilled and zinc-plated 12.0 inch vented rotor
- Powder coated caliper in Grabber Blue
- CNC machined from US sourced forged or billet aluminum
- Steel braided brake hose, DOT approved
Choosing rear brake upgrades
Brake upgrades on a rear axle affect more than stopping distance. Heavier loads, towing and repeated hard stops push heat into the rotor and caliper, and the setup has to handle that heat without fade. Matching the pads to the way the vehicle is driven matters as much as the rotor itself.
Powder coated calipers look good when new but need a little care. Clean road salt and mud off with mild soap and water, avoid harsh solvents on the finish, and check for chips where stones have struck the caliper body. Chips are a good time to touch up before corrosion starts.
Inspect the mounting bolts, sliding parts and clips at each service and re-tighten anything loose. Replace rear brake hoses if they show chafing, bulges or seepage at the fittings. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, so a regular fluid change keeps braking consistent under repeated use.
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262264GB |
| UPC | 90127951507 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Caliper | S4, four-piston, fixed type |
| Caliper color | Grabber Blue |
| Rotor outside diameter | 12.0 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented, one-piece |
| Rotor thickness | 1.02 |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Pad type | DR1-C (FMSI number) |
| Lug count | 5 Lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×5.00 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 16.0 inch |
| Axle flange | Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake | Included |
| Park brake cables | Not included |
| Template | S113E |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It is identified by the Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing axle flange and the 5×5.00 bolt pattern, which matches rear ends with those housing ends.
Installation notes
Run the S113E template against your chosen wheel first, because the minimum wheel diameter is 16.0 inch and clearance differs from wheel to wheel. The park brake shoe is housed in the backing plate, while park brake cables are not included and need separate parts. A qualified brake shop should handle installation.
What’s included
The kit includes the S4 calipers, the 12.0 inch one-piece rotors, the backing plate with its park brake shoe assembly, and steel braided hoses.
Not included: park brake cables.
