Stock rotors on a 2004 F-150 4.2L 2WD with the 7-lug configuration see plenty of heat cycles, road salt, and hard stops over their service life. EBC's RK7449 front premium rotors replace worn OEM hardware with G3000 spec cast iron units that pass individual runout inspection before leaving the facility, so every rotor that ships is confirmed straight and true.
Gen 3 silver grey Geomet coating. EBC switched to its latest corrosion-resistant silver grey surface coating across all current rotor production. Applied immediately after machining and washing at the casting plant itself, the coating bonds before surface oxidation can take hold. The result is far greater corrosion resistance compared to the older thermic black etch paint, and the silver finish closely matches OEM rotor colors so the truck looks consistent if only one axle is being replaced.
G3000 spec cast iron construction. EBC sources over 80 percent of rotor castings from European facilities, with 100 percent of sport rotor machining completed in either the UK or the USA. G3000 is the same grade of iron used in original equipment rotors, meaning wall thickness, thermal mass, and surface hardness all meet the standards the platform was engineered around.
Individual runout inspection on every disc. No rotor leaves the production line without passing through EBC's runout inspection process. Rotors that exceed spec tolerances are rejected outright, eliminating the disc thickness variation that causes brake pedal pulsation after break-in miles accumulate.
Product Benefits
- Direct OEM Replacement: Engineered to fit the 2004 F-150 4.2L 2WD 7-lug front axle without modification.
- Gen 3 Geomet Coating: Silver grey corrosion-resistant finish applied at the casting plant for immediate protection.
- G3000 Cast Iron: Premium grade iron matching original equipment material specifications.
- 100% Runout Inspected: Every individual rotor is measured before shipment to confirm proper alignment.
- European-Sourced Castings: Over 80 percent of castings produced in Europe for consistent metallurgical quality.
- OEM-Compatible Finish: Silver grey color closely matches factory rotor appearance for a uniform look across axles.
- Environmentally Controlled Coating Process: Painting done in-house at the casting facility under air quality-controlled conditions.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake manufacturer producing rotors, pads, and brake kits for automotive and motorsport applications. With casting facilities in Europe and machining operations in the UK and USA, EBC maintains direct control over material quality and dimensional accuracy across its entire rotor lineup.
WARNING: California Residents: Cancer and Reproductive Harm;
www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
Review the product details and confirm compatibility with your vehicle before ordering.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | XL, XLT |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1083 |
