Track driving exposes brake pads to sustained heat cycles that destroy street compounds, yet an overly aggressive race pad can make a lighter vehicle like the V6 Mustang feel twitchy and difficult to modulate. EBC Racing's RP-1 compound targets that middle ground, delivering a moderately high and consistent friction level across a wide temperature window so drivers can brake with precision rather than white-knuckle guesswork.
Consistent friction from street temps to full race heat. The RP-1 compound holds a friction coefficient of 0.45 across a range of 100 to 750 degrees Celsius (200 to 1400 degrees Fahrenheit). That consistency means the pedal feels the same on lap one as it does on lap fifteen, with no sudden bite increase as temperatures climb.
Progressive response for better brake finesse. Rather than grabbing hard at initial pedal contact, RP-1 builds braking force progressively. That characteristic gives drivers the ability to trail-brake, adjust mid-corner, and recover from a slightly early turn-in without unsettling the car. The 2015-2017 Mustang V6 responds particularly well to this behavior given the platform's brake servo calibration.
Compatible with big brake kit upgrades. Running a non-EBC big brake kit often introduces an over-servoed sensation because larger calipers and bigger pistons amplify pedal input. RP-1's softer initial bite compensates for that amplification, restoring a natural and controllable pedal feel without requiring caliper or master cylinder changes.
Product Benefits
- 0.45 Friction Coefficient: Moderately high and stable from 100 to 750 degrees Celsius across the full operating range.
- Progressive Bite: Builds force gradually for precise modulation and confident trail braking.
- Wide Temperature Range: Effective from cold street temperatures up to sustained race heat.
- Front Axle Fitment: Engineered specifically for the front brakes of the 2015-2017 Mustang V6 3.7L.
- Big Brake Kit Compatible: Reduces over-servoed feel common after fitment of larger-diameter discs and high-displacement calipers.
- Track-Focused Compound: Built for drivers who push hard on circuit, not occasional spirited street use.
About EBC Racing: EBC Brakes manufactures brake pads and rotors for street, track, and competition applications. The Racing division develops compounds like RP-1 and RP-X specifically for circuit use, with friction profiles validated across a range of vehicle platforms and driving styles.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
Review the product details and confirm compatibility with your vehicle before ordering.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | V6 |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
