Overview
The Baer Brakes Track4 front brake system, part number 4261291HO, converts the front of 1970 to 1974 Ford and Mercury cars that came with drum brake spindles to a 13 inch disc setup. The T4 four-piston caliper is finished in Hugger Orange. The listed vehicles are the Ford Falcon, Torino, Maverick, Mustang and Fairlane and the Mercury Montego, Cougar, Comet and Cyclone.
This kit suits owners who want front disc brakes while keeping the spindle design their car already has. Billet aluminum hubs come with premium bearings packed in Redline synthetic grease, and the kit includes mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and hardware. The calipers are manufactured in Phoenix, Arizona, from CNC machined forged or billet aluminum sourced in the US.
Key features
- Four-piston T4 caliper with a Hugger Orange powder coat
- Stainless pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons to reduce uneven pad wear
- Dual seals for dust, weather and pressure
- Billet aluminum hubs with billet dust caps
- Slotted, drilled and zinc plated 13 inch rotor
- Stainless braided hoses rated DOT approved
Before you buy
Front disc conversions on older Ford and Mercury cars depend on the front end as much as the brakes. Before buying, look at the wheels you run, the tire size and the steering components, since a bigger brake package can change clearance and loading at the front hub. Owners often settle on wheels first, then size the brake setup around them.
Pad choice matters for how the car is used. Street driving tends to suit a pad that stops cleanly when cold, while spirited or trail use may call for a pad that tolerates heat. Rotors and pads wear together, so replacing both at the same time keeps braking consistent. Inspect the hoses and fluid during the same service.
- Measure wheel clearance before ordering
- Plan a pad compound around your typical driving
- Replace worn steering or bearing parts while the front is apart
- Keep a record of pad and fluid changes
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4261291HO |
| UPC | 90127903681 |
| Caliper | T4, four-piston, fixed |
| Caliper color | Hugger Orange |
| Caliper piston quantity | 4 |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor type | 1-piece, vented |
| Rotor surface | Slotted, drilled and zinc plated |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Brake pad FMSI number | D0749 |
| Hose material | Steel braided |
| Brake hose DOT approved | Yes |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.50 |
| Wheel stud size | 1/2-20 x 2.25 inch |
| Axle | Front |
| Template | Q082H |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Fitment notes | With OE drum brake spindles |
Vehicle fitment
The kit fits these vehicles, each with OE drum brake spindles: 1970 Ford Fairlane, 1970 Ford Falcon, 1970–1974 Ford Maverick, 1970–1973 Ford Mustang, 1970–1971 Ford Torino, 1971–1974 Mercury Comet, 1970–1973 Mercury Cougar, 1970 Mercury Cyclone and 1970–1971 Mercury Montego.
Vehicles with factory disc spindles are not covered, and years outside the listed ranges, such as 1969 or 1975, are not in the list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Check that your car’s front spindles are the drum brake type this kit is built for. Compare Baer’s template Q082H against your chosen wheel, since Baer cannot guarantee fit to every wheel style and the kit is designed for 17 inch or larger wheels.
Because the brakes are safety equipment, a qualified shop should install and bleed the system unless you have disc conversion experience.
What’s included
The kit includes the T4 caliper and 13 inch rotor system for the front axle, billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings packed with Redline synthetic grease, billet dust caps, mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and hardware.
