EBC 98-99 Ford Contour 2.5 SVT Redstuff Front Brake Pads

If you're looking to upgrade the stopping power on your 1998 or 1999 Ford Contour SVT, these EBC Redstuff ceramic brake pads are a solid option. They use a synthetic fiber compound enhanced with ceramic particles, which is a big step up from older Redstuff materials. This updated compound is designed to last longer, brake better, and run quieter, all while producing significantly less dust than traditional semi-metallic pads. In fact, EBC claims this material can reduce dust by 60-90 percent, and the dust that is produced is easy to clean off because it doesn't contain steel fibers.

What really sets these pads apart is their performance right from a cold start. They offer braking that's as good as or better than OEM pads, and they continue to improve as they warm up, making them great for repeated heavy braking on the street. The material has a nominal friction coefficient of 0.5, and EBC states they can stop a passenger car 13 meters quicker from 100 mph compared to OEM pads. They also feature EBC's Brake-In surface coating, which helps condition your rotors and speed up the initial bed-in process. Keep in mind that because these are a harder-wearing pad, the bed-in period can take up to 1000 miles, so be patient as they conform to your rotors for optimal performance.