Overview
The Baer Brakes Track4 front disc brake kit, part number 4301406FR in Fire Red, is a complete front brake system for GM G-Body cars and GM S10 and S15 pickups, with S10/S15 Blazer and Jimmy 2WD models also covered. It pairs a 4-piston T4 caliper with a 13-inch, 1-piece slotted, drilled, zinc plated rotor, and the hubs arrive assembled on stock height spindles.
Built for owners of these older GM platforms who want a front brake kit with the spindles already built up. It is designed to fit most 17-inch or larger wheels, but fit with every wheel style cannot be guaranteed, so use the Q082H template to check clearance before choosing wheels.
Key features
- 4-piston T4 fixed caliper, manufactured in Phoenix, AZ
- 13-inch, 1-piece vented rotor with slotted, drilled and zinc plated surface
- Stainless steel pistons, abutments and noise suppression clips
- Staggered pistons, which Baer says minimize uneven pad wear
- Dual seals for dust, weather and pressure; dust and weather seals are T compliant
- Billet aluminum hubs with premium bearings packed with Redline synthetic grease and billet dust caps
- Powder coated finish; CNC machined from U.S. sourced forged or billet aluminum
- Stainless steel braided hoses, DOT approved, with mounting brackets and hardware
Wheel clearance on older GM brakes
A larger rotor and caliper take up more room behind the wheel, so clearance is the first thing to settle on a platform this age. Work out the wheel diameter, offset and backspacing you need before buying a set, and hold the wheel against the caliper body to see what it misses. Keep the tire size in mind as well, since a taller tire changes how the wheel sits relative to the caliper.
Older front ends deserve a look too. Worn tie rod ends, ball joints and wheel bearings change how the wheel sits under braking, so inspect them before the new brakes go on. Loose parts can also throw off a new brake setup, so solve those first.
- Hold the wheel against the caliper before mounting
- Check tire width for steering clearance
- Inspect tie rod ends and ball joints
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | 4301406FR |
| UPC | 90127919927 |
| Sold as | Kit |
| Axle | Front |
| Caliper | T4, 4-piston fixed |
| Caliper color | Fire Red |
| Rotor | 1-piece, vented, slotted, drilled, zinc plated |
| Rotor outside diameter | 13.0 inch |
| Rotor thickness | 1.1 |
| Pad type | FMSI D0749 |
| Lug count | 5 lug |
| Wheel bolt pattern | 5×4.75 |
| Wheel stud size | M12-1.50 x 51.5mm |
| Minimum wheel diameter | 17.0 inch |
| Spindles | Included, stock height, assembled |
| Brake hose | Steel braided, DOT approved |
| Template | Q082H |
| Grade | Performance |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | USA |
Vehicle fitment
It fits 1978–1988 Buick Regal, 1978–1987 Chevrolet El Camino, 1978–1983 Chevrolet Malibu, 1978–1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 1982–2003 Chevrolet S10, 1983–1994 Chevrolet S10 Blazer, 1982–1990 GMC S15, 1983–1991 GMC S15 Jimmy, 1978–1981 and 1985–1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1978–1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, and 1978–1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. Close vehicles not covered include the Chevrolet Malibu from 1984 on, the Monte Carlo from 1989 on, the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird, and S10 or S15 models outside the years shown. Verify the year, model and trim match your truck before ordering.
Close vehicles not covered include the Chevrolet Malibu from 1984 on, the Monte Carlo from 1989 on, the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird, and S10 or S15 models outside the listed years. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The spindles are included, so this kit replaces the front spindle assembly along with the brake components, and the hubs arrive with bearings already packed. Compare the wheel to the Q082H template before mounting, since 17.0 inch is the listed minimum wheel diameter. Brake work affects stopping, so test pedal feel and bed in the pads before driving normally.
What’s included
The kit includes the T4 4-piston caliper, the 13-inch rotor, billet aluminum hubs with bearings and dust caps on stock height spindles, all mounting brackets, stainless braided hoses and hardware.
