Hawk Performance
HPS 5.0 Performance Brake Pads (Front)
SKU: HB649B.605
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Install Time
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Mounts to
front-brakes →What You'll Need
Jack, stands, socket set, C-clamp or brake piston tool to push the caliper piston back. The easiest brake upgrade you can do.
Great entry-level mod for any build
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Price Comparison
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Why Install This?
Benefits
- Higher friction compound for shorter stops and better pedal feel
- Easy bolt-on installation — most people can do this in their driveway with basic tools
Things to Know
- Aggressive track pads may squeal more on the street and wear rotors faster
What Does This Do?
Brake pads are the friction material that squeezes against the rotor to slow the car down. The Hawk HPS 5.0 is a step up from stock pads: better stopping power, especially when hot, with low dust and noise for daily driving. Benefits: noticeably shorter stopping distances (10-15% improvement), fade-resistant during spirited driving, low dust so your wheels stay cleaner, quiet operation. Trade-offs: they cost 2-3x more than basic pads. They need a proper bed-in procedure (a series of progressively harder stops from speed) or they'll glaze and squeal. They're great for street + occasional track use, but for dedicated track days you'd want a more aggressive compound (like the EBC Yellowstuff). These are front pads only — for balanced braking, upgrade the rears too.
Technical Details
High-performance street compound. Excellent stopping power with minimal dust. Quiet operation with included hardware and shims.
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