Stock brake pads on the Fusion 2.3 strike a compromise between cost, dust control, and stopping power that rarely satisfies a driver who pushes the car. EBC Redstuff ceramic compound addresses all three fronts at once, delivering shorter stopping distances, dramatically less wheel dust, and cold-bite performance that matches or exceeds OEM pads right from the first pedal press.
Aramid fiber and ceramic construction does the work. Redstuff uses an aramid fiber-based compound enhanced with ceramic particles rather than steel fibers, which is precisely why dust output drops by 60 to 90 percent compared to semi-metallic alternatives. The minimal dust that does accumulate contains no steel particles, so a simple sponge wash clears it without scrubbing.
Proven stopping distance gains from real-world testing. In witnessed tests conducted at the UK Motor Industries Research Association (MIRA), Redstuff reduced stopping distance by nearly 50 feet from 100 mph, representing a 30 percent brake improvement over OEM pads. The nominal friction coefficient of 0.5 and a high-friction formula that improves brake effect by 15 percent back those numbers up on the street.
EBC Brake-In coating accelerates the bed-in process. Every set ships with a red surface coating applied to the pad face that conditions the rotor surface and promotes faster pad seating. Because Redstuff is a hard-wearing compound, full bed-in can take up to 1,000 miles of driving, so patience during that initial period pays off in consistent long-term performance.
Nucap NRS mechanical attachment eliminates pad debond. Rather than relying solely on adhesive bonding, EBC presses Nucap NRS retention hooks into the backplate, creating a mechanical lock between the friction material and the carrier. Pad separation becomes a non-issue even during repeated heavy braking sessions.
ECE R90 type approval for added confidence. Most EBC Redstuff pads carry ECE R90 certification, the European brake safety standard that confirms performance consistency across a defined temperature and load range. These are front pads only, sized specifically for the 2006-2009 Fusion 2.3.
Product Benefits
- 60-90% Dust Reduction: Aramid ceramic compound produces far less dust than semi-metallic pads, and what remains rinses off easily.
- 30% Shorter Stopping Distance: MIRA-witnessed testing confirmed nearly 50 feet of improvement from 100 mph versus OEM pads.
- 15% Brake Effect Improvement: High-friction formula amplifies pedal feel and brake force over stock pads.
- Cold-Bite Performance: Grips immediately from ambient temperature and improves further as heat builds.
- EBC Brake-In Coating: Red surface treatment conditions rotors and speeds pad bed-in from the first drive.
- Nucap NRS Retention Hooks: Mechanical backplate attachment eliminates the risk of friction material debonding.
- ECE R90 Approved: Meets European brake safety standards on most applications.
- No Steel Fibers: Ceramic compound protects rotor surfaces and keeps dust non-abrasive.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures friction products for street, track, and off-road applications, with compounds developed and tested at recognized facilities including MIRA. The Redstuff line represents EBC's flagship low-dust, high-performance street pad, engineered for prestige imports and spirited driving on public roads.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Fitment | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1164 |
