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Dynamite Friction 8512-54184 Disc Brake Kit - Front
Front Brake Kit for Explorer, Sport Trac, and Mountaineer
The Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit, part number 8512-54184, is a front disc brake kit for select Ford and Mercury SUVs. It combines drilled and slotted front rotors with ceramic brake pads for service-focused brake replacement on the listed applications.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit for select 2006-2010 Ford Explorer applications
- Fits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front
- Fits 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front
- Drilled and slotted black rotor finish
- Includes 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads
- Part number 8512-54184 for application matching
Product Details
The DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit is built for front brake service on the Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer listed above. The drilled and slotted rotor design supports consistent pad contact and heat management during repeated stops, while the ceramic pad formulation is suited to everyday braking service. If you are replacing worn front brakes on a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer or a 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, part number 8512-54184 provides a direct-fit service kit for the specified front position.
What It Helps Address
- Brake pulsation from worn or uneven front rotors
- Reduced stopping performance from worn brake pads
- Noise caused by aged front brake components
- Visible rotor wear, scoring, or heat checking
- Front brake service needs on Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mountaineer models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify year, make, model, and front-position fitment before ordering. Inspect calipers, hoses, and mounting surfaces during brake service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque and bedding procedures after installation. Confirm that the replacement parts match the existing front brake configuration on your Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, or Mercury Mountaineer.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction identifies this kit by part number 8512-54184 for accurate application lookup and service replacement on the listed vehicles.
This part fits 14 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Ford | Explorer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2010 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2010 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2009 | Ford | Explorer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2009 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2009 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2008 | Ford | Explorer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2008 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2007 | Ford | Explorer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2007 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2007 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2006 | Ford | Explorer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
| 2006 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.