Stock brake pads on the 2012 Mustang GT500 5.8L were built to a price point and a compromise; the EBC Ultimax2 rear pads replace them with a friction material that matches OEM stopping power, runs quieter, and dramatically reduces rotor wear over the life of the pad.
ECE R90 approved, OEM-equivalent performance. The Ultimax2 compound carries ECE R90 brake safety certification, meaning it meets the same friction standards as the factory pads fitted at the plant. Nominal friction coefficient of 0.46 delivers confident, progressive stopping feel in both cold and hot ambient conditions without the harshness of semi-metallic compounds.
Rotor wear cut by up to 50 percent. The Ultimax2 material is significantly less abrasive than semi-metallic alternatives. Where some OEM pad materials consume a rotor with every pad change, the Ultimax2 formulation commonly allows a single rotor to outlast two full sets of pads, reducing long-term maintenance costs without sacrificing pad longevity.
Brake-In coating eliminates the bedding hassle. EBC applies a proprietary Brake-In surface treatment to every Ultimax2 pad. The coating accelerates the initial bed-in period so the pads seat quickly and deliver consistent friction from the first stop, rather than requiring a lengthy heat-cycling procedure.
Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted construction. Every Ultimax2 pad in the USA lineup ships with full shimming, plus chamfered and slotted friction faces. The shim dampens vibration for silent braking, the chamfer reduces edge lift and noise at initial contact, and the slots vent gas and dust from the rotor face. Nucap NRS mechanical retention hooks bond the friction material to the backing plate at a structural level, eliminating any risk of delamination.
Brake judder correction built in. One practical advantage of the R90-grade material is its ability to compensate for mild brake judder. After 300 to 400 miles of normal use, the compound conforms to minor rotor surface irregularities and can eliminate the vibration that stock or worn pads often leave behind.
Product Benefits
- Direct OEM Replacement: Exact fitment for the 2012 Mustang GT500 5.8L rear axle, no modification required.
- ECE R90 Certified: Approved to international brake safety regulations as a true OEM equivalent.
- 0.46 Friction Coefficient: Consistent, progressive stopping in cold and warm conditions.
- Up to 50% Less Rotor Wear: Non-abrasive compound extends rotor service life well beyond semi-metallic alternatives.
- Brake-In Coating: Factory-applied treatment accelerates pad bed-in for immediate, consistent performance.
- Full Shimming (USA): All US-market Ultimax pads ship shimmed for vibration and noise suppression.
- Slotted and Chamfered Faces: Vents heat and debris while reducing initial contact noise.
- Nucap NRS Hooks: Mechanical retention system prevents pad-to-plate debonding over the pad lifetime.
- Street Use Only: Optimized for public highway driving; not intended for track or competition use.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake component manufacturer producing pads, rotors, and brake lines for passenger cars, light trucks, and motorcycles. The Ultimax range represents EBC's street-focused compound line, engineered to meet or exceed OEM friction standards across a wide range of vehicle platforms worldwide.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | Shelby GT500 |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1562 |
