Stock rotors on the 2002-2004 Focus 2.0 SVT were never built with long-term corrosion resistance or precision runout guarantees in mind. EBC's RK1097 front rotors replace them with G3000 spec cast iron units that are individually runout-inspected before they leave the facility, so vibration-causing disc thickness variation stays off the table from the start.
Gen 3 Geomet-style silver grey coating. EBC transitioned to its latest corrosion-resistant silver grey surface finish across all current rotor production. Applied directly in the casting plant immediately after machining and washing, the coating prevents the surface oxidation that sets in within minutes on bare iron. The silver finish matches original rotor colors closely, keeping the front and rear of the car visually consistent even when only one axle has been upgraded.
G3000 spec cast iron construction. Every rotor in the EBC lineup meets the G3000 iron specification, the same grade used by OE brake suppliers. Casting origins are now over 80 percent European, and all sport rotor machining happens in the UK or USA. The result is dimensional accuracy and material integrity that separate these from budget import discs.
100 percent runout inspection, no exceptions. Each rotor passes through a dedicated runout inspection process after machining. Any rotor that does not meet the tolerance threshold does not ship. If runout appears after installation, the cause is chassis alignment, which affects roughly one in seven vehicles from curb contact or pothole impacts, not the rotor itself.
Product Benefits
- Direct Front Fitment: Engineered specifically for the 2002-2004 Ford Focus 2.0 SVT front axle.
- Gen 3 Silver Grey Coating: Geomet-style finish delivers far higher corrosion resistance than the previous black etch paint.
- G3000 Cast Iron: OE-grade iron spec for consistent friction surface, thermal stability, and long service life.
- Individual Runout Inspection: Every single rotor is checked before shipment to guarantee disc alignment.
- European Castings, UK/USA Machining: Over 80 percent of castings sourced in Europe with all sport rotor machining done in the UK or USA.
- Coating Applied at the Casting Plant: No window between machining and coating means bare iron never has time to oxidize before the protective layer is applied.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake manufacturer with production facilities in the UK and USA, supplying rotors and friction materials across street, track, and motorsport applications. The brand's focus on material certification, in-house machining, and 100 percent runout inspection supports a level of quality control uncommon in the aftermarket rotor segment.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | SVT |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D970 |
