From Al Primm:
The pads for the 94/95 SHO are smaller than on the 96-99 SHO, but they
physically fit the calipers. I obtained my rotors by asking for the
95/96 MARK VIII Rotors. Pads are the same way. Performance
Metallic doesn't sell a REAL 96+ pad. They sell the 94/95 pads and
figure the improved stopping power over shadows the lesser swept area.
Your choice.. If you have the bigger brakes, then WHY accept less pad?
CARBO Tech offers real 96+ sizes. Ford has the correct size and the
Ford 96+ pads are superior to the stock 94/95 pads because of a newer/different
compound.
Personally.. I would prefer the CARBO TECH Super Street F pads if you
aren't gonna do anything more than Autocross. They are adequate,
and cleaner. Panther pads are better, but dirtier, and not as tolerant
of cold temps.
(To be added to, no doubt)