Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262263GB is a complete SS4 Plus 13.0 inch rear brake system for Ford 9 Inch Torino (Late Big) bearing housing ends, finished in Grabber Blue. It pairs a 4-piston S4 caliper with a 13 inch, 2-piece slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor, so it works as a full rear disc upgrade rather than a single component.
The kit is built for 5×4.50/5×4.75 bolt patterns and suits owners who want stronger rear stopping on Ford 9 inch axles with Torino or late big bearing housing ends. Rotors arrive pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware. Baer’s backing plate serves as the caliper mount and also houses a 1-piece park brake shoe assembly. Stainless braided hoses and hardware are included.
Key features
- 4-piston S4 caliper, fixed type, with hard anodized aluminum pistons and stainless steel abutments
- 13.0 inch vented rotor, 2-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated, with billet aluminum hat
- Dual seals that guard against dust, weather and pressure
- Caliper CNC machined from forged or billet aluminum, with a powder coated finish
- Baer backing plate that doubles as the caliper mount and houses the 1-piece park brake shoe assembly
- Stainless braided brake hoses, DOT approved
Rear brake upgrade basics
A rear brake upgrade affects more than stopping distance. The caliper, rotor and backing plate all sit at the axle, so heat from repeated braking travels into the bearings and seals. Larger rotors and multi-piston calipers handle that heat better, but they also take up more of the space behind the wheel. Confirm wheel offset and backspacing before buying, because a rotor that clears on paper can still touch a spoke or a lug in practice.
Parking brake performance depends on the shoe assembly and its adjustment, so check it after installation by holding the vehicle on a slope before driving normally. Two-piece rotors make it easier to replace a worn friction ring without buying a full rotor. Inspect pads, hoses and the rotor surface at each service, and replace parts that show cracks, leaks or uneven wear. Keeping pads and rotors matched helps the brakes work together.
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262263GB |
| UPC | 90127950432 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Caliper | S4, 4-piston, fixed type |
| Caliper color | Grabber Blue |
| Caliper finish | Powder coated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented, 2-piece, slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 0.81 |
| Rotor hat | Billet aluminum |
| Pad FMSI number | DR1-C |
| Axle | Rear |
| Axle flange | Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big Bearing |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50/5×4.75 |
| Hose material | Steel braided |
| Brake hose DOT approved | Yes |
| Park brake included | Yes |
| Park brake cables included | No |
| Template | S135H |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Fit is set by the axle: Ford 9 Inch axles with Torino (Late Big) bearing housing ends, a 5×4.50/5×4.75 bolt pattern and a minimum 17.0 inch wheel diameter. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering, and check the axle flange and S135H template against your setup.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The park brake shoe assembly sits inside the backing plate, and the rotors come pre-assembled with stainless hardware. Compare the S135H template with your wheel before mounting, since fit with every wheel style cannot be assured. Brake components are safety critical, so have a qualified installer complete the work.
What’s included
Pre-assembled 13.0 inch rotors with NAS high grade stainless hardware, S4 calipers, the Baer backing plate with 1-piece park brake shoe assembly, and stainless braided hoses with hardware.
Not included: Wheels and park brake cables.
