I am also wanting to put better brakes on it as I have to deal with a lot of stop and go traffic in the DFW metroplex, does anyone have a good suggestion of really good break pads, calipers, and rotors for the front end to go with for such conditions?

 

Yea, what works better than new for the 98.

New rubber brake lines are a must, - braided is better as they will not expand when your brakes are needed most

Brembo Rotors. Not slotted. They are designed like OEM's just a hell of allot thicker and absolutely won't warp. That's all you need and priced well.

Lifetime pads, -Carquest Blues. Combination or ceramic and copper. No dust, no noise and they'll last 3 or 4 years. Free replacement.

Cardon/Ford reman calipers w/steel pistons. They can be had @ Rock Auto.

She'll stop on a dime, - even when pulling heavy loads. I pulled a car hauler for years, had to have the good stuff since the 98 has just front calipers.

Don't forget to exchange your brake fluid. All of it at once.

That will get you what you want at a fair price. Depends upon how much you can get braided lines for, - if you choose to go that route.

Fords brake parts are terrible IMO and don't have much longevity.