Dynamite Friction 6502-55055 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for Ford and Mercury

Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads, part number 6502-55055, is a front disc brake kit built for specific Ford and Mercury applications from 1978-1982. It combines rotors and pads in one service package for a straightforward brake refresh on classic Mustang, Fairmont, Thunderbird, Capri, Cougar, and Zephyr models.

Key Features

• Front disc brake kit with matched rotors and 5000 Advanced Brake Pads
• Part number 6502-55055 for application lookup and ordering
• Service-kit format for front brake maintenance on select Ford and Mercury vehicles
• Fits multiple 1978-1982 Ford Mustang, Fairmont, Thunderbird, and Mercury models
• Built for vehicles with specific rear drum configurations noted in the fitment data

Product Details

The DFC Complete Brake Kits line is organized to simplify brake service by grouping the correct brake components in one package. This DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads kit is the front application for select 1978-1982 Ford and Mercury cars, including 1979 Ford Mustang front, 1981 Ford Fairmont front, and 1980-1982 Mercury Zephyr front fitments. Part number 6502-55055 helps identify the correct kit when servicing these older platforms.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake pulsation from worn or uneven front rotors
• Reduced stopping performance from aged front pads
• Noise caused by brake wear on classic Ford and Mercury vehicles
• Front brake service needs on vehicles with the listed drum-brake configurations
• Routine brake refreshes where rotor and pad replacement are performed together

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and rear drum configuration before ordering. Confirm front-position fitment for 1978-1982 Ford Mustang, Ford Fairmont, Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Capri, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Zephyr applications. Inspect calipers, hoses, and mounting surfaces during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake procedure and torque specifications during installation.

Quality Assurance

DFC Complete Brake Kits are packaged to provide the brake rotors and pads needed for the listed application in one service kit. The product line is intended to streamline parts selection for front brake service on the specified Ford and Mercury vehicles.