Stock rotors on the 2011-2019 Explorer 2.0 Turbo 2WD were designed to meet the needs of the average driver, not to hold up against repeated hard stops or resist the corrosion that comes with daily driving in harsh climates. EBC's RK7559 front premium rotors replace them with G3000 spec cast iron units that are individually runout-inspected and finished in a Gen 3 silver grey Geomet-style coating built to last.
G3000 spec cast iron construction. EBC uses the same iron grade specification found in original equipment brake rotors. The material controls disc thickness variation, which is the primary cause of brake pedal pulsation after several thousand miles. Every rotor leaving the facility meets strict runout tolerances, verified individually on a dedicated inspection machine so that no single disc escapes the process.
Gen 3 silver grey corrosion-resistant coating. EBC transitioned to a Geomet-style silver grey surface finish across its entire rotor lineup. The coating is applied directly in the casting plant immediately after machining and washing, eliminating the window for bare iron to begin oxidizing. Corrosion resistance far exceeds the former black etch paint finish, and the silver hub appearance closely matches factory rotor colors, so swapping only one axle does not create a mismatched look front to rear.
European castings, precision machined in the UK or USA. Over 80 percent of EBC rotor castings originate from European foundries, and all sport rotor machining takes place in either the United Kingdom or the United States. The production facility coating process is also air-quality controlled and more environmentally responsible than conventional painting operations.
Product Benefits
- Direct Fitment: Front rotor application for the 2011-2019 Explorer 2.0 Turbo 2WD, no modification required.
- G3000 Cast Iron: OE-grade iron specification minimizes disc thickness variation and brake pedal pulsation.
- Gen 3 Geomet Coating: Silver grey finish offers superior corrosion resistance compared to black etch paint alternatives.
- 100% Runout Inspected: Every rotor passes individual inspection on a dedicated runout machine before leaving the facility.
- Coating Applied at the Source: Surface protection goes on immediately post-machining, preventing early surface oxidation.
- Matched Appearance: Silver hub color closely mirrors factory rotor finish for a consistent look when replacing one axle at a time.
- European Castings: Over 80 percent of rotor castings sourced from European foundries for consistent raw material quality.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake component manufacturer with machining operations in the United Kingdom and the United States. The brand produces a full range of rotors, pads, and brake kits across passenger car, truck, and performance applications, with an emphasis on material quality control and individual component inspection.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | Base, Limited, Sport, XLT |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1508 |
