What is the benefit of the slotted and drilled rotors in this kit?

The wide aperture slots and spot drilling on the GD series rotors help to dissipate heat more effectively. This design also aids in clearing out dust, gas, and debris, which helps maintain consistent braking performance, especially during spirited driving.

Do the Yellowstuff pads require a break-in period?

Yes, the Yellowstuff pads come with EBC's patented Brake-in coating. This coating helps to speed up the pad seating process, ensuring you get optimal performance from the pads and rotors relatively quickly after installation.

Does this kit include everything needed for installation?

This kit includes the brake pads, rotors, and caliper lube. It is designed as a direct fit replacement for your stock setup, meaning no additional modifications are typically required for installation.

Specifications

Brand: EBC
Part #: S5KR1448

EBC S5 Brake Pad and Rotor Kit

Name: EBC S5 Brake Pad and Rotor Kit
Brand: EBC
SKU: ebc-ebc-s5-brake-pad-and-rotor-kit-t14-25954G
Price: 393.60 USD
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Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport. EBC S5 brake kit with Yellowstuff pads and GD slotted rotors for improved stopping power.

Key Features

Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 2001-2002 Sport Trac, and 2000 Ford Explorer.
Includes EBC Yellowstuff high-friction brake pads for maximum stopping effect.
Features EBC GD series sport rotors with wide apertures and spot drilling for cooler operation.
Rotors have a Geomet anti-rust coating for improved durability and appearance.
Pads are fully shimmed, chamfered, and slotted with a patented Brake-in coating.
This is a high-efficiency sport upgrade kit for light trucks and fast street cars.

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About this part

Product Details

If you're looking to give your 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport a serious boost in stopping performance for street driving, this EBC S5 kit is a solid choice. It bundles EBC's flagship Yellowstuff high-friction brake pads with their GD series sport rotors, designed to handle the demands of faster street cars and light trucks. This kit is put together to offer a noticeable improvement over your stock setup without requiring any modifications.

The Yellowstuff pads are fully shimmed, chamfered, and slotted, and they come with EBC's patented Brake-in coating to help them seat quickly and effectively with the rotors. These pads offer high friction for maximum braking effect. They're paired with the GD series rotors, which feature wide apertures and spot drilling. This design helps keep the brakes cooler by allowing dust, gas, and debris to escape, which also contributes to consistent performance. The rotors also have a Geomet anti-rust coating to help them look good and resist corrosion.

This kit is designed as a direct replacement for your stock components, meaning it should fit right in without needing any extra changes to your vehicle's setup. It's a popular option for those wanting a significant upgrade for street use.