Overview
The Baer Brakes 4302533HO is a Hugger Orange rear disc brake kit in the SS4 Plus line, made for 1988-1998 GMC and Chevrolet C1500 2WD trucks and 1992-1999 C1500 Suburban SUVs. The core is a floating 4-piston S4 caliper working on a 13-inch 2-piece rotor, with the DR1-C pad type.
Owners of trucks with an OE C-clip (Bih) rear end and 10-inch rear drums will find a full rear package here, including a park brake shoe assembly that sits in the backing plate. The rotors come pre-assembled with NAS high grade stainless hardware, and braided stainless hoses are also in the kit.
Key features
- Hugger Orange caliper finish
- Floating caliper design with 4-piston operation
- Hard anodized aluminum pistons paired with stainless steel abutments
- Slotted, drilled and zinc-plated 2-piece rotor on a billet aluminum hat
- Park brake shoe assembly housed inside the backing plate
- Steel braided hoses, DOT approved
- Dual seals and noise suppression clips
- Emission code 6
Rear brake balance
Balance between the front and rear brakes depends on the whole vehicle. Upgrading only the rear can change how the truck decelerates, so pad material and the front system deserve a look at the same time. Matched pads also keep wear even across both axles, which makes the pedal feel predictable under load.
Trucks that carry loads or tow benefit from pads suited to heat. Check the pads before each trip and listen for squeal, which often signals a wear indicator. The park brake shoe adjustment is also worth checking after the first few drives, because a loose park brake can go unnoticed in normal use until a hill test reveals it.
- Inspect pads for even wear on both sides
- Check hose routing after the first few drives
- Confirm park brake adjustment on a hill
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4302533HO |
| UPC | 90127933985 |
| Caliper | S4, 4-piston, floating |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Rotor type | 2-piece, vented, slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 0.81 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Pad type (FMSI) | DR1-C |
| Hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake | Included; park brake cables not included |
| Drive | 2WD |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×5.00 |
| Template | S135H |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Grade type | Performance |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
Baer’s list for this kit includes 1988-1998 Chevrolet C1500 pickups, 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban SUVs, the 1995-1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1988-1998 GMC C1500 pickups, 1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban SUVs and the 1992-1999 GMC Yukon.
4WD models are not covered, since the application is 2WD only. The kit is not meant for rear axles without the OE C-clip (Bih) or for trucks running non-10-inch drums. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The minimum wheel diameter is 17.0 inch, and wheels below that size are not covered by the stated fit. Set the S135H template against the chosen wheel before mounting, since fit across every aftermarket style is not guaranteed. Hydraulic bleeding and a park brake check should be done by a qualified technician before the vehicle is driven.
What’s included
Hugger Orange S4 caliper, pre-assembled 13-inch rotors with stainless hardware, backing plate with the 1-piece park brake shoe assembly, and stainless braided hoses with hardware.
Not included: park brake cables.
