Made for noise-prone truck applications, the Raybestos Specialty Truck Brake Rotor, part number 66565, is a vented, drum-in-hat rear rotor designed to match OE fit, form and function. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, 1998-2004 Ford Ranger and 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport, all engines. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Raybestos Specialty rotors combine vehicle-specific cooling vane configurations with application-specific cast iron. The goal is to help damp noise, support service life and make brake jobs quicker. On this drum-in-hat design, the center hat also acts as the drum for the parking brake shoes.
- OE-matched cooling vanes: Raybestos matches the vanes to OE designs to support cooling, reduced fade, less noise and longer pad life.
- SAE-standard construction: The cast iron follows SAE standards for tensile strength, hardness and iron grade, for structural integrity.
- Turned finish: The non-directional turned braking surface gives the pads a good surface to engage from the first stop.
- Rust protection: Specialty rotors ship either fully coated with Grey Fusion 4.0, rated at 300 hours of salt spray, or with a Black Fusion painted hat and edge.
Specifications:
- Outside diameter: 11.22 in (285 mm)
- Nominal thickness: 0.475 in (12.05 mm)
- Discard thickness: 0.433 in (11 mm)
- Overall height: 2.3 in (58.4 mm)
- Lug holes: five 0.578 in (14.7 mm) holes on a 4.5 in (114.3 mm) bolt circle
- Center hole: 2.8 in (71.1 mm)
- ABS tone ring: not included
- Country of origin: China
This rotor is sold individually. The listed applications use two rear rotors. Whether it's a 1998-2004 Ford Ranger brake rotor or another listed application, installing both sides together as a matched pair is recommended for even, balanced braking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right 1995-2001 Ford Explorer brake rotor?
It is listed as a rear rotor for the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer and the 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport, all engines. The "Vehicles it fits" section has the full fitment chart.
What does drum-in-hat mean on this rotor?
The center hat of the rotor doubles as the drum for the parking brake shoes, so the braking disc and the parking brake drum are one piece. An ABS tone ring is not included.
What are the key dimensions of the 66565?
It has an 11.22 in (285 mm) outside diameter, 0.475 in (12.05 mm) nominal thickness and 0.433 in (11 mm) discard thickness. There are five lug holes on a 4.5 in (114.3 mm) bolt circle.
How many rotors do I need to order?
Each rotor is sold individually. The listed applications use two rear rotors, so replacing both sides together is recommended for even, balanced braking.
What are signs a disc brake rotor may need replacing?
Signs include a pulsing brake pedal, grinding or scraping noises, deep scoring or grooves, or a rotor worn to or below its discard thickness. For this part, discard thickness is 0.433 in (11 mm).
