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R1 Concepts OE Pad Set for Front Brakes
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-0600-00, are a front disc brake pad set for select Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar applications. This OE-style pad set is built for direct replacement use on the front axle and is listed for 1993-1997 model years.
Key Features
- Front disc brake pad set for select Ford and Mercury vehicles
- R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
- Part number 2551-0600-00 for easy identification
- Application-specific fitment for 276mm front disc setups where noted
- Direct replacement format for front brake service
Fitment Details
- Fits 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, front, 276mm front disc; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar, front, except Sport Package; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1993-1995 Ford Thunderbird, front; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1993-1995 Mercury Cougar, front; R1 Optimum OE Pads
What This Pad Set Helps Address
- Front brake pad wear on a Ford Thunderbird
- Front brake pad wear on a Mercury Cougar
- Squealing or noise from worn front pads
- Reduced braking performance from thin friction material
- Brake service needs on 1993-1997 front disc brake applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm rotor size and trim details before ordering, especially on 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar models with the Sport Package exclusion and 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird models with 276mm front discs. Match the pad set to the front position only, and inspect rotors, calipers, and pad hardware condition during brake service. Part number 2551-0600-00 should be verified against the vehicle’s brake configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts identifies this as part of its R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style replacement range for direct-fit brake service on listed Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar front applications.
Description
R1 Concepts OE Pad Set for Front Brakes
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-0600-00, are a front disc brake pad set for select Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar applications. This OE-style pad set is built for direct replacement use on the front axle and is listed for 1993-1997 model years.
Key Features
- Front disc brake pad set for select Ford and Mercury vehicles
- R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
- Part number 2551-0600-00 for easy identification
- Application-specific fitment for 276mm front disc setups where noted
- Direct replacement format for front brake service
Fitment Details
- Fits 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, front, 276mm front disc; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar, front, except Sport Package; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1993-1995 Ford Thunderbird, front; R1 Optimum OE Pads
- Fits 1993-1995 Mercury Cougar, front; R1 Optimum OE Pads
What This Pad Set Helps Address
- Front brake pad wear on a Ford Thunderbird
- Front brake pad wear on a Mercury Cougar
- Squealing or noise from worn front pads
- Reduced braking performance from thin friction material
- Brake service needs on 1993-1997 front disc brake applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm rotor size and trim details before ordering, especially on 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar models with the Sport Package exclusion and 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird models with 276mm front discs. Match the pad set to the front position only, and inspect rotors, calipers, and pad hardware condition during brake service. Part number 2551-0600-00 should be verified against the vehicle’s brake configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts identifies this as part of its R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style replacement range for direct-fit brake service on listed Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar front applications.












