Stock rotors on the 2004 F-150 4.6L 4WD were designed for the average driver, not to handle repeated hard stops with a loaded truck. EBC's GD7177 GD Sport Rotors replace the front factory units with a third-generation slotted and dimple-drilled rotor that runs cooler, sheds contamination faster, and resists corrosion longer.
Wide-aperture slots that work harder than standard slots. The GD series slot geometry actively draws cool air under the pad-to-rotor interface, where temperatures during heavy braking can exceed 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Lower pad-contact temperatures translate directly to reduced brake fade and more consistent stopping power when the truck is fully loaded or towing.
Dimple drilling without the cracking risk. EBC pioneered the dimple-drilled rotor in the 1990s as a direct response to the cracking problems caused by through-drilled holes. The dimples aid pad degassing and further promote airflow across the face without compromising the structural integrity of the rotor under repeated thermal cycling.
Corrosion-resistant finish built for longevity. Every GD series rotor leaves the facility with a silver corrosion-protection coating that keeps the rotor looking and performing correctly through daily exposure to road grime, mud, water, and road salt. All rotors are balanced and runout-inspected before release, with 100 percent metallurgy and dimensional checks as part of the quality process.
R90-approved blanks, EU-cast, UK-machined. EBC machines the GD series from R90-approved blanks in its UK facility, holding to ISO and TUV manufacturing standards. Every sport rotor is slotted in-house, then balanced and runout-checked before shipping, so fitment and performance are consistent unit to unit.
Product Benefits
- Third-Generation GD Design: Improved slot geometry and corrosion-resistant finish over earlier GD series rotors.
- Wide-Aperture Slots: Draw cool air under the pad interface to reduce fade during heavy or repeated braking.
- Dimple-Drilled Face: Promotes pad degassing without the structural risk of through-drilled holes.
- Corrosion-Resistant Coating: Silver finish protects against rust and surface corrosion in daily driving conditions.
- 100% Pre-Shipment Inspection: Every rotor is balanced, runout-checked, and dimensionally verified before release.
- R90-Approved Blanks: Cast to European approval standards and machined in the UK.
- Direct Front Fitment: Sized and drilled specifically for the 2004 F-150 4.6L 4WD 6-lug configuration.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake manufacturer with production facilities in the UK and the USA, operating under ISO and TUV certified quality standards. The company produces a full range of brake pads, rotors, and brake kits for street, tow, and track applications across a wide range of domestic and import vehicles.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | FX4, Lariat, STX, King Ranch, Harley-Davidson Edition, Limited, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1083 |
