'93-95 and '96-98 front rotors difference?

[Shevretti]

Hi!
Do you know if there is a difference between the front rotors in '93-95 and '96-98 Mark VIII?
The reason I'm asking is that I can buy front rotors described as '93-95 locally and I want to change them while replacing front hubs.
Thanks!

[rayner601]

Should be the same.

[JP]

As far as I know they are all the same.

[rayner601]

The only things that are unique to the Gen1 is 96 is obdii so ANY module that communicates with the PCM will not work in a 96 if it's from a pre 96. IMRC is unique on 96. The rest of the car is interchangeable for the most part. 96 models are oddball years, electrically.

[JP]

FYI - the motorcraft part numbers are the same.

[Shevretti]

Here's what I found after some research. The brake rotors available in local parts store are Raybestos #66334 (11.56'' diameter) and for some reason Raybestos has diffrent part number for 1996-98 Mark VIII #66749 (11.58''). The only difference is .02'' in diameter. I've no idea why they have two different rotors available for Mark VIII?

I know that everyone recommend Motorcraft rotors for these cars, but importing them to Poland myself will cost way too much.

[rayner601]

The Raybestos should be fine if you aren't autocross racing.

[JP]

If I recall correctly, originally the OEM rotors were different, the latter years being slightly thicker and heavier? But even Ford/Motorcraft discontinued this and eventually they became one and the same.

I suppose there could still be old stock out there and I'm certain several outdated parts listings still exist.

[JP]

The Raybestos should be fine if you aren't autocross racing.

In some places, everyday driving is like autocross racing! :p

[DaKat]

If I recall correctly, originally the OEM rotors were different, the latter years being slightly thicker and heavier? But even Ford/Motorcraft discontinued this and eventually they became one and the same. I knew I recalled hearing this before. Glad to know I won't have to remember to hunt for GenII's next time around.

[Philip]

I bet they're also the same part as Thunderbird/Cougar WITH sport suspension option and ABS, those cars had larger front rotors and used the same tire/wheel size as the Mark VIII. OEM rotors are about $88 stateside, it's too bad you would have the shipping issues to get them to Europe.