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Powerstop is just pads and rotors. The calipers are just red painted remanufactured. Not going to make a big difference. The Powerstops are still 4 pistons and the Alcons are 6. 70% of braking is done up front so I think if you just got the front kit that's all you'd need.

Although the Power Stop kit is factory sized stuff the pads and rotors are upgraded over stock, plus having fresh calipers makes a big difference from worn and tired factory stuff.
 

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Also find it funny all the Gen 2 guys coming into the Gen 1 forums. Must not be enough talk about going to Starbucks to keep them entertained.
Why so bitter? The people who have posted here only provided helpful info to answer OP’s question. Not sure why you’d want to G1 section to be a ghost town, but whatever.

And BTW, “fresh” calipers offer zero improvement when the originals are still working properly.
 

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Why so bitter? The people who have posted here only provided helpful info to answer OP’s question. Not sure why you’d want to G1 section to be a ghost town, but whatever.

And BTW, “fresh” calipers offer zero improvement when the originals are still working properly.
i aint dead yet. cant call me a ghost just yet. but im getting close...
 

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Although the Power Stop kit is factory sized stuff the pads and rotors are upgraded over stock, plus having fresh calipers makes a big difference from worn and tired factory stuff.
Pads and rotors maybe, but like @FordTechOne said, there isn't a difference as long as they are working as intended.
 

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There TWO PISTON!!!!!!?????? I didn't know that!! Are 2nd generation the same?
Yep. All F-150s had dual piston sliding calipers for both generations. New GM trucks come with 4 piston fixed calipers, haven’t heard much about any performance differences between the two though.
 

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Why so bitter? The people who have posted here only provided helpful info to answer OP’s question. Not sure why you’d want to G1 section to be a ghost town, but whatever.

And BTW, “fresh” calipers offer zero improvement when the originals are still working properly.

Typical Gen 2 owners getting upset when the Gen 1 people give them anything remotely resembling sarcasm. Maybe Starbucks will be open later to calm your nerves. :) The angry and facepalm reacts remind me of Facebook. lol
 

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Where are you finding the Alcon kit for 1500 bucks?


Then the brackets. Need to order 2 of them. Wait until after you get your calipers to make sure you order the correct brackets.


There are several treads about the installation. You may also need aftermarket tie rod ends.

Also find it funny all the Gen 2 guys coming into the Gen 1 forums. Must not be enough talk about going to Starbucks to keep them entertained.

I hit the new posts button and look at all different sections. Add information to help out if I can. An enthusiasts enjoys all generations. Plus it gives me something to read while drinking my soy, non fat, double latte, sitting on the toilet to pee at Starbucks.
 
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