EBC's Ultimax2 front pads offer better rotor wear, prevent brake judder, and have a quick bed-in with a high-friction, ECE R90-approved compound that matches OE stopping performance at a fraction of the cost.
OE-equivalent stopping power without the OE price. The Ultimax2 compound carries a nominal friction coefficient of 0.46, putting it on par with factory pads in both hot and cold conditions. Progressive pedal feel and excellent cold friction mean consistent, predictable braking from the first stop of the day.
Dramatically reduced rotor wear. EBC's friction material cuts disc wear by up to 50 percent compared to semi-metallic compounds. In many cases, a single rotor outlasts two full sets of Ultimax2 pads, eliminating the common practice of replacing rotors with every pad change.
Brake-In coating removes the guesswork. Each pad arrives pre-coated with EBC's proprietary Brake-In treatment, which accelerates the bed-in process so the pads reach full friction capacity faster than uncoated alternatives. Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted construction keeps noise and vibration in check from the start.
Built to eliminate brake judder. The Ultimax2 compound actively compensates for mild brake judder after 300-400 miles of use, smoothing out the pedal feel on trucks that have seen some rotor surface variation over time.
Nucap NRS hook retention on the backing plate. Mechanical interlocking hooks bond the friction material to the steel backing plate at a structural level, eliminating any risk of pad delamination or debond under normal driving loads.
Product Benefits
- ECE R90 Approved: Certified to European brake safety standards as a direct OE equivalent.
- High Friction Compound: Nominal 0.46 friction coefficient for confident stopping in all weather conditions.
- Up to 50% Less Rotor Wear: Gentler on discs than semi-metallic compounds, extending rotor service life significantly.
- Brake-In Coating: Factory-applied coating shortens the bed-in period for faster full-performance availability.
- Shimmed, Chamfered, and Slotted: All three noise-reduction features are standard on every Ultimax2 pad in the USA market.
- Judder Compensation: Compound chemistry smooths mild rotor surface variation after break-in.
- NRS Hook Retention: Nucap mechanical hooks prevent friction material separation from the backing plate.
- Direct Fit: Confirmed fitment for the 2004 F-150 4.2L 2WD 6-lug front axle, no modification required.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures friction products for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorcycles, and competition applications. Their Ultimax range focuses on street and highway use, combining ECE R90 compliance with materials engineered to outlast conventional OE replacements.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | FX4, Lariat, STX, King Ranch, Harley-Davidson Edition, FX2, Limited, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, XL, XLT, XTR |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1083 |
