Stock rotors on the 2013-2019 Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost 4WD handle daily commutes without complaint, but under harsh conditions they corrode quickly and offer no protection against the heat cycles that come with a heavier SUV under real-world braking loads. EBC's RK7608 Premium Rotors replace them at the rear axle with G3000 spec cast iron units built to OE fitment tolerances and finished with a corrosion-resistant Gen 3 silver grey coating.
Gen 3 silver grey Geomet-style coating. EBC's current-production rotors use a highly corrosion-resistant surface treatment applied immediately after machining and washing in the casting facility itself, leaving no window for surface rust to form on bare iron. The silver grey finish closely matches factory rotor colors, so replacing only one axle does not create a mismatched appearance front-to-rear after bedding in.
G3000 spec cast iron construction. Every rotor starts from G3000 grade iron, the same specification used by OE suppliers, machined for precise dimensional accuracy. Over 80 percent of EBC rotor castings come from European foundries, and all sport rotor machining takes place in the UK or USA, keeping production quality under direct oversight.
100 percent runout inspection on every disc. Before leaving the facility, each rotor is checked for runout on dedicated inspection equipment. No unit ships without passing this check, ensuring consistent braking feel and eliminating thickness variation that causes pedal pulsation at higher mileage.
Product Benefits
- Direct Rear Fitment: Sized and drilled specifically for the 2013-2019 Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost 4WD rear axle.
- Gen 3 Corrosion Coating: Silver grey Geomet-style finish resists rust far better than previous black etch paint treatments.
- G3000 Cast Iron: OE-grade iron spec delivers consistent friction surface hardness and longevity.
- Matched Appearance: Silver finish aligns visually with factory rotor color after bedding, even when only one axle is replaced.
- European and North American Production: Castings sourced from Europe; all sport rotor machining completed in the UK or USA.
- Runout Verified: Every individual rotor passes a dedicated runout inspection before shipment.
- Environmentally Controlled Coating Process: Painting integrated into the casting plant under air-quality-controlled conditions for consistent adhesion.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures brake rotors, pads, and brake kits for passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs, with machining operations in the UK and USA. The brand is recognized for stringent production quality controls, including per-unit runout inspection and G3000-spec iron sourcing across its rotor lineup.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | Base, Limited, Sport, XLT, Platinum |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1612 |
