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Started by ZSHO, December 01, 2016, 10:10:36 AM

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ZSHO

December 01, 2016, 10:10:36 AM Last Edit: December 01, 2016, 10:24:00 AM by ZSHO
I am definitely happy with the Motorcraft PP pads but i was looking to possibly upgrade to the AKEBONO ACT1611 ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pads that should fit the front on a PP SHO and the rear's are AKEBONO ACT1612 and the only reason is because i had great results on my other cars with limited brake dust and overall great stopping power and they were very quiet to the touch and the best part is they do make both the front and rear's for the PP which sometimes can be a pita to find a matching set especially with aftermarket pads. Z     Front ACT1611 64.79   http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4754307&cc=1503823&jsn=512&jsn=512&jsn=512                                                                 Rear ACT1612 58.79 http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4754340&cc=1503823&jsn=511&jsn=511&jsn=511             http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2013,taurus,3.5l+v6+turbocharged,1503823,brake/wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684?a=Referer+www.google.com+URL+%2F


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

SHOdded

#1
December 01, 2016, 10:52:52 AM
If you try them, let us know how they work out.  I tried AKEBONO ceramics one time 95 SHO) and for me that was enough.  Went back to Performance Friction semimetallics.  Dusty but trusty.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

ZSHO

#2
December 01, 2016, 03:14:54 PM Last Edit: September 05, 2017, 07:54:38 PM by ZSHO
-MANU Thanks for the heads up.....might just stick with the Motorcrafts which are also much cheaper.  Z         Motorcrafts 13+ PP-SHO
Fronts 40.79  DG1Z2001F

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=5808957&cc=1503823&jsn=482&jsn=482&jsn=482   

Rear $45.99 DG1Z2200B

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?

pk=3901566&cc=1503823&jsn=485&jsn=485&jsn=485                               http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2013,taurus,3.5l+v6+turbocharged,1503823,brake/wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684?a=Referer+www.google.com+URL+%2F           


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

SHOdded

#3
December 01, 2016, 03:18:56 PM
Didn't mean to influence your decision, Z!  It is interesting that Amazon notes this for the front pads ...
AKEBONO IS THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER
https://www.amazon.com/ProACT-ACT1611-Akebono-Premium-Ceramic/dp/B00JEMFL4U/

Trying to find reviews, not so easy ...
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

derfdog15

#4
December 04, 2016, 09:00:41 PM
There are some options and some reviews on TireRack, though not sure of the  actual vehicles for the reviews. Just thought I would share!

http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/results.jsp?autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2015&autoModClar=SHO
2015 Tuxedo Black SHO PP -(SAE corrected): 369.4/451.4 - Gone to the automotive graveyard but not forgotten

2016 F150 FX4 Sport - 3.5L V6 Ecoboost - Stock for now

2003 Redfire V6 Mustang - Building to be an 11 second car

SHOdded

#5
December 04, 2016, 10:45:21 PM
I would definitely pair ceramic pads with high carbon rotors for best performance.  Ceramics are hard on rotors.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

Blackhawk

#6
September 01, 2017, 11:53:42 AM
Old thread but i just switched from powerstop to the akebono pads on my 2011 and it is a great improvement.   

SHOdded

#7
September 01, 2017, 12:12:56 PM
Good to know :thumb:
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

Primalzer

#8
September 01, 2017, 04:29:13 PM
Looking at throwing out the OEM PP front pads, way too dusty. Gonna have to price some of the Akebono ceramics, or does anyone else have some recommended ceramics?
2011 Ford Flex Limited EcoBoost
-2013+ PP SHO front brake conversion

ZSHO

#9
September 01, 2017, 05:06:21 PM Last Edit: September 01, 2017, 05:35:48 PM by ZSHO
Quote from: Primalzer on September 01, 2017, 04:29:13 PM
Looking at throwing out the OEM PP front pads, way too dusty. Gonna have to price some of the Akebono ceramics, or does anyone else have some recommended ceramics?
AKEBONO ACT1158. . ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad w/ Premium Stainless Hardware Front; w/SHO Performance Brakes; OE Pad Material is Ceramic. Z
54.79 ea
Discount code 491DE1CF932A65

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2012,taurus,3.5l+v6+turbocharged,1501990,brake+&+wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=947105&cc=1501990&jsn=612


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

avidmotion

#10
September 01, 2017, 10:02:47 PM
Thought I would throw this out....my favorite is Hawk hp, never had any rotor problems or mismatches,  dusty but not really bad and to me the performance upgrade is worth it, good in winter and summer and wet. Years ago Performance Friction was the go to street pads. These SHO PP set is ok, works as described,  I can't wait to throw on the Hawks when I need them.
Sp542@.028, windstorm CAI, MSD coils, AO GH TUNE, GH intercooler, All Amsoil, General Gmax-rs summer tires, +PP, PP PADS,EDC rotors, Colinite 476s wax, used PPE DPs, Resonator | 3rd Cat Delete with custom X pipe, Dicunzolo Gen2 Trans Mounts|, 3 bar, stock thermostat,  TRACY LEWIS DESIGNED Team RXP, the Original oil separator.

Primalzer

#11
September 05, 2017, 03:01:54 PM Last Edit: September 05, 2017, 03:23:24 PM by Primalzer
Quote from: ZSHO on September 01, 2017, 05:06:21 PM
Quote from: Primalzer on September 01, 2017, 04:29:13 PM
Looking at throwing out the OEM PP front pads, way too dusty. Gonna have to price some of the Akebono ceramics, or does anyone else have some recommended ceramics?
AKEBONO ACT1158. . ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad w/ Premium Stainless Hardware Front; w/SHO Performance Brakes; OE Pad Material is Ceramic. Z
54.79 ea
Discount code 491DE1CF932A65

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2012,taurus,3.5l+v6+turbocharged,1501990,brake+&+wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=947105&cc=1501990&jsn=612

Now here's a question, what's the difference between '10-12 SHO PP brakes and '13+ SHO and Police brakes? Looks like they are definitely different part numbers.

The part numbers are all over the place...from what I understand, all the calipers/rotors went to the larger format in 2013...but there are still differing part numbers. I know that I went with 2013+ SHO package (which also is '13+ Police package) calipers BRCF208/BRCF209, which it doesn't seem those particular pads would fit. The Akebono ceramics for my caliper would look to be ACT1611

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4754307&cc=3294283&jsn=10807

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2013,police+interceptor+utility,3.7l+v6,3294283,brake+&+wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684
2011 Ford Flex Limited EcoBoost
-2013+ PP SHO front brake conversion

ZSHO

#12
September 05, 2017, 03:45:22 PM Last Edit: September 05, 2017, 05:24:24 PM by ZSHO
@ Primalzer thought you were referencing to your Flex!!

These are for the 13+PP SHO.!!

AKEBONO ACT1611 {#DG1Z2001A, DG1Z2001D} ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad w/ Premium Stainless Hardware Info
Front; w/SHO; w/Standard Brakes; Akebono is the Original Equipment Manufacturer; OE Pad Material is Ceramic (Only 3 Remaining).  Z

Total 59.09 with promo code applied and shipping.

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4754307&cc=1503823&jsn=548

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/ford,2013,taurus,3.5l+v6+turbocharged,1503823,brake+&+wheel+hub,brake+pad,1684

http://www.automobile-catalog.com/performance/2013/1596620/ford_taurus_sho.html

http://www.automobile-catalog.com/auta_details1.php


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

Primalzer

#13
September 05, 2017, 04:05:20 PM Last Edit: September 05, 2017, 04:17:36 PM by Primalzer
Yeah, sorry, forgot to mention that I've done the SHO PP/Police caliper/rotor swap on the fronts. The OEM semi-metallic pads are ridiculously dusty. Hence wanting to go ceramic.
2011 Ford Flex Limited EcoBoost
-2013+ PP SHO front brake conversion

sholxgt

#14
September 05, 2017, 04:24:31 PM
Quote from: Primalzer on September 05, 2017, 04:05:20 PM
Yeah, sorry, forgot to mention that I've done the SHO PP/Police caliper/rotor swap on the fronts. The OEM semi-metallic pads are ridiculously dusty. Hence wanting to go ceramic.

Same with the Raybestos Police spec PP pads.  They are making a mess of my wheels.  To the point that I'm cleaning them twice a week just so they don't look too horrible.  One short errand run has my wheels dusty.  Three to four has my wheels black.

Those Akebono's are looking pretty good!  I would also need the PP pads as I swapped calipers also.  Cheapest brake upgrade ever!
Current - 2019 F150 Platinum FX4 3.5 EB
Formerly -2013 MKS Ecoboost Premium
PPE Catted DP's, 170 Reische TS, K&N Drop In, AJP Tune only at track - 12.87@106
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