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Dynamite Friction 6512-55062 Disc Brake Kit - Front
Disc Brake Kit for Ford and Mercury Front Brakes
The Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit, part number 6512-55062, is a front disc brake kit for select 1982-1993 Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is built for drivers servicing older Mustang, Thunderbird, Cougar, Capri, LTD, Fairmont, Zephyr, and Marquis applications with confirmed front fitment.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit for select Ford and Mercury platforms
- Includes DFC brake rotor and 5000 Advanced Brake Pads
- Application-specific fitment for 1982-1993 vehicles
- Coverage for Mustang, Thunderbird, Cougar, Capri, LTD, Fairmont, Zephyr, and Marquis front brake service
- Part number 6512-55062 for ordering and catalog lookup
Fitment Details
- Fits 1983-1993 Ford Mustang, front
- Fits 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird, front; rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter
- Fits 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird, front; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1987-1988 Mercury Cougar, front; 9 inch
- Fits 1987-1988 Mercury Cougar, front; 10 inch
- Fits 1983-1986 Ford LTD, front; Mid Size G Body
- Fits 1983-1986 Mercury Capri, front
- Fits 1983-1986 Mercury Cougar, front; rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter
- Fits 1983-1986 Mercury Cougar, front; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1983-1986 Mercury Marquis, front; Mid Size Body
- Fits 1982-1983 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82
- Fits 1983 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; with Police Package
- Fits 1983 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; without Police Package
- Fits 1983 Mercury Zephyr, front; excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1983 Mercury Zephyr, front; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1983 Mercury Zephyr, front; Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; without Police Package
- Fits 1982 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82
- Fits 1982 Ford Fairmont, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; with Police Package
- Fits 1982 Ford LTD, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; Mid Size G Body
- Fits 1982 Ford LTD, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; Mid Size G Body
- Fits 1982 Ford Mustang, front; Vehicle Production Date from 12/82
- Fits 1982 Mercury Capri, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch rear drums
- Fits 1982 Mercury Zephyr, front; Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; 9 inch rear drums
What This Kit Helps Address
- Front brake rotor wear on older Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri applications
- Brake pad replacement needs on Thunderbird, Cougar, LTD, and Marquis front brakes
- Brake service for vehicles with specific rear drum configurations listed in the fitment notes
- Restoration or maintenance work on 1982-1993 Ford and Mercury front disc brake systems
Installation Notes
Confirm the vehicle year, model, and production-date notes before ordering, especially on 1982-1983 Fairmont, LTD, Mustang, Capri, and Zephyr applications. Match the rear drum size and package notes exactly as listed in the fitment table to ensure correct front brake kit selection. Part number 6512-55062 should be verified against the vehicleβs brake configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction identifies this kit as a DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit, built as a service kit for confirmed front brake applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
This part fits 75 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1993 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1992 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1992 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1991 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1991 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1990 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1990 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1989 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1989 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1988 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1988 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1988 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1988 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 10 inch; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1987 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Hatchback | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1987 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Convertible | 2.3L | L4 | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
| 1987 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1987 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 10 inch; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Ford | LTD | Front | Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1986 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Capri | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | Mid Size Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | Front | Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1985 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Capri | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | Mid Size Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Ford | LTD | Front | Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1984 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Capri | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | Mid Size Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Coupe | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Wagon | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; with Police Package; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; without Police Package; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Ford | LTD | Front | Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Mustang | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Capri | Front | DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Rear brake drum with 10 inch diameter; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | Mid Size Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Mercury | Zephyr | Coupe | Front | 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1983 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; without Police Package; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Coupe | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Coupe | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; with Police Package; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Ford | LTD | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Ford | LTD | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; Mid Size G Body; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Ford | Mustang | Front | Vehicle Production Date from 12/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Capri | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; Police Taxi & Heavy Duty; 10 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Coupe | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Sedan | Front | Vehicle Production Date To 10/82; excluding Police & Taxi; 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit | |||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Coupe | Front | Vehicle Production Date From 11/82; 9 inch Rear Drums; DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and Hardware Kit |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.