I just recently replaced my two front rotors and brake pads on my 03 Ranger XLT.
After completing the job I drove it around the block for a test drive.
Half way around the block, I had a real stiff pedal, then all of a sudden I started hearing a popping sound coming from the engine compartment, that sounded like bee bees hitting an old tin can.
Half way through the stop the pedal went soft.
I continued driving around the block and after a dozen stops, the ABS light came on.
So...Back in the driveway where it has been sitting until I figure this out.