Overview
The Baer Brakes 4262265HO is a rear SS4 Plus 13-inch brake system for Ford 9 Inch Torino (Late Big) bearing axle ends, with Hugger Orange S4 calipers and a 5×5.00 bolt pattern. Each kit uses a four-piston caliper on a 13.0 inch vented, two-piece rotor.
Hugger Orange is the powder coated caliper finish. The backing plate mounts the caliper and houses a one-piece park brake shoe assembly. The rotors are supplied pre-assembled with stainless hardware, along with stainless braided hoses. The 13 inch SS4 Plus suits most 17 inch or larger wheels.
Key features
- Two-piece four-piston S4 caliper manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Powder coated Hugger Orange finish on the caliper.
- Hard anodized aluminum pistons with stainless steel abutments and noise suppression clips.
- Dual seals guarding against dust, weather and pressure.
- Slotted, drilled, zinc-plated rotor with a billet aluminum hat.
- Steel braided, DOT approved hoses.
- Backing plate that carries the caliper and a park brake shoe assembly.
Caliper finish and upkeep
A powder coated caliper keeps its color with routine cleaning rather than heavy scrubbing. Brake dust can build up along the caliper body and bracket, so rinse it away with water and a mild soap during tire rotations. Avoid harsh solvents or abrasive pads on the coating, since those can dull or chip the finish over time.
Finish care is only part of upkeep. The caliper seals keep dirt and moisture out of the pistons, so any sign of fluid around the piston area calls for inspection before the next drive. Hard anodized pistons resist wear, but they still need clean surfaces to slide freely. Pair caliper inspection with a check of the rotor surface and pad thickness, because worn pads leave the rotor exposed to heat and scoring.
- Rinse dust from the caliper after trail use
- Inspect piston seals for fluid seepage
- Keep caliper slides clean and free of grit
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4262265HO |
| UPC | 90127951392 |
| Caliper | S4, four-piston, fixed type |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor construction | Vented, 2-piece, slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 0.81 |
| Axle flange | Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big bearing |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×5.00 |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Pad type (FMSI) | DR1-C |
| Hose material | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Park brake included | Yes |
| Park brake cables included | No |
| Template | S135H |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Sold as | Kit |
Vehicle fitment
No specific year, model or trim applies to this kit. The Ford 9 Inch Torino/Late Big bearing axle flange and 5×5.00 bolt pattern define the axle and hub, so match those dimensions to your application.
Baer does not guarantee wheel fit across every style, so review the S135H template against your wheel.
Before buying, match your vehicle’s year, model and trim to the kit.
Installation notes
Install the rotors using the pre-assembled stainless hardware, and seat the caliper on the backing plate that also carries the park brake shoe assembly. Park brake cables are not included with this kit, so organize the cable routing in advance. Have a qualified brake technician complete the work and perform a road test before regular driving.
What’s included
This kit contains the four-piston S4 caliper assemblies, the two-piece slotted, drilled rotors, the backing plate with park brake shoe assembly, and stainless braided hoses with hardware.
Not included: Park brake cables.
