Dynamite Friction 4512-99001 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for Mazda Protege, Escort, Tracer, and 323

DFC Friction Part Number 4512-99001 is a front disc brake kit built for select Mazda, Ford, and Mercury applications. It combines GEOSPEC coated rotors, 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads, and hardware for a complete front brake service on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Front disc brake kit with coated rotors, ceramic pads, and hardware
• GEOSPEC rotor coating helps resist rust and arrives dry for installation
• Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and smoother braking
• 5000 Advanced pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction performance
• Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• OE-style fitment focus for front brake service on select compact cars

Product Details

The DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware package is engineered for front brake replacement on 1990-1998 Mazda Protege, 1991-1996 Ford Escort, 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, and 1990-1995 Mazda 323 applications. The rotors are made to OEM-style cast iron specifications, machined to tight tolerances, and inspected for critical dimensions and balance. The coated surface is designed to fight corrosion while reducing prep time because the rotors are processed and shipped dry.

The DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic pads are formulated for consistent friction and are assembled with noise-reducing shims. This product line is focused on matching the braking needs of each axle and vehicle platform, making Part Number 4512-99001 a practical choice for drivers servicing older front brake systems on Mazda Protege, Ford Escort, Mercury Tracer, and Mazda 323 models.

What This Brake Kit Helps Address

• Front brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
• Uneven pad wear caused by corroded or weakened hardware
• Rotor rust and surface corrosion on daily-driven vehicles
• Brake pulsation related to worn or out-of-spec rotors
• Reduced stopping consistency from aged front brake components

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1997-1998 Mazda Protege, front; Front Caliper Casting Number 22-13
• Fits 1990-1994 Mazda Protege, front; Front Caliper Casting Number 22-13
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford Escort, front; Front Caliper Casting Number 22-13
• Fits 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, front; Front Caliper Casting Number 22-13
• Fits 1990-1995 Mazda 323, front

Before installation, confirm caliper casting number and front axle application against the vehicle. Clean mating surfaces, inspect caliper condition, and follow proper bedding procedures after installation to help the pads and rotors seat evenly.

Quality Assurance

DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors are backed by a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Each rotor is machined, balanced where required, and inspected to verify OE-spec critical dimensions before release. Part Number 4512-99001 is built for front brake service with a focus on fit, finish, and consistent braking performance.