Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262325HO is an SS4 Plus 11.0 inch rear brake kit for Ford 9 inch axles with late big bearing housing ends. Its four-piston S4 caliper is finished in Hugger Orange and clamps a vented, two-piece slotted, drilled rotor that uses the DR1-C pad type.
Each rotor is pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware and has a billet aluminum hat. Mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and hardware come with the kit. The SS4 Plus suits wheels of 15 inches or larger, with a minimum wheel diameter of 15.0 inch. Because wheel designs vary, check template S125A against the wheel before mounting.
Key features
- S4 caliper with hard anodized aluminum pistons and stainless steel abutments
- Hugger Orange powder coated caliper finish
- Dual seals protecting against dust, weather and pressure
- 11 inch rotor, vented and two-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated
- Noise suppression clips included
- Caliper manufactured in Phoenix, Az, from CNC machined aluminum
- Stainless steel braided hoses rated DOT approved
On the trail and the street
Rear disc upgrades are commonly chosen for better fade resistance on longer descents and heavier loads, though the real gain depends on pads, fluid and the front brakes working together. The DR1-C pad type is widely stocked, which helps when pads need replacing on a trail trip. Check pad thickness at each oil change.
Off-road, mud and water can leave the rotor surface contaminated and can drive grit into the caliper seals. After washing or water crossings, let the brakes dry and test pedal feel before moving on. Slotted and drilled rotors shed water and gas more quickly, but they can also wear pads faster on dusty trails, so inspect pad surfaces after each outing.
- Carry spare pads of the same type for trail trips
- Dry the brakes after water crossings and test pedal feel
- Keep brake fluid fresh to resist heat fade
- Inspect caliper seals for dust intrusion after mud use
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262325HO |
| UPC | 90127950845 |
| Package type | Kit |
| Caliper | S4, four-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Rotor outside diameter | 11.0 inch |
| Rotor type | 2-piece, vented |
| Rotor thickness | 1.020 inch |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Axle | Rear, Ford 9 inch Torino/late big bearing flange |
| Pad type | DR1-C (FMSI) |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake included | No |
| Lug count | 5 |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50/5×4.75 inch |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 15.0 inch |
| Template | S125A |
| Grade | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
The kit is designed for Ford 9 inch Torino (late big) bearing housing ends, which identify the axle rather than a model year. Match the 5×4.50/5×4.75 inch bolt pattern and axle flange, and compare the wheel with template S125A.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The parking brake is not included with this kit. Rotors arrive pre-assembled, so wheel clearance should be verified with template S125A before the rotor and caliper are installed. The mounting brackets are supplied, so the caliper mounts using those parts.
What’s included
Mounting brackets, the S4 caliper, 11.0 inch rotors with pre-assembled stainless hardware, and stainless braided hoses with hardware. A park brake shoe assembly is not included.
