{"product_id":"dynamite-friction-4502-54228-disc-brake-kit-front","title":"Dynamite Friction 4502-54228 Disc Brake Kit - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Brake Kit for Thunderbird and Cougar\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads kit is a front disc brake service kit built for select Ford and Mercury applications. Part number 4502-54228 combines coated rotors and advanced friction pads in one package for a complete front brake refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront disc brake kit with rotors and pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-to-install rotor coating reduces prep time before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG3000\/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and smoother braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5000 Advanced Brake Pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Line Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DFC GEOSPEC rotor line is engineered for direct replacement service with coated surfaces that resist rust better than conventional paint or zinc finishes. The 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is formulated for consistent friction, reduced initial break-in, and improved pedal feel from the first stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 4502-54228 is a front brake kit for 1993-1997 Ford Thunderbird and 1993-1996 Mercury Cougar, plus 1997 Mercury Cougar without Sport Package. It is built for drivers replacing worn front brake components with an OE-style rotor and pad combination that matches the vehicle’s original braking layout. The rotors are machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced where required for stable operation. The pads are assembled with NVH-focused shims to support quieter braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stopping performance from depleted pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise caused by aged pad and rotor surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger service time from separate rotor and pad sourcing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1993-1997 Ford Thunderbird, front. Fits 1993-1996 Mercury Cougar, front. Fits 1997 Mercury Cougar, front, without Sport Package. The rotors are shipped dry and ready to install, so no oil removal step is required before service. For best results, clean the hub mounting surface, verify caliper condition, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding procedure after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach DFC GEOSPEC rotor is 100% inspected after machining to confirm critical specifications, and vented rotors are electronically mill-balanced when needed. The rotors include a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynamite Friction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52460021678261,"sku":"HBHR-4502-54228","price":152.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_450254228_Kit.jpg?v=1777937057","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dynamite-friction-4502-54228-disc-brake-kit-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}