Hawk Performance
Rear Brake Pad Set
SKU: HB478B.605
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Mounts to
rear-brakes →What You'll Need
Jack, stands, socket set, brake piston tool. Same install as front pads but the rear caliper piston may need to be rotated (screwed in) rather than pushed straight back.
Great entry-level mod for any build
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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?
Upgrading front brake pads without upgrading the rears creates an imbalance — the front does 70% of the braking, but the rear still matters for stability and even wear. These Hawk HPS 5.0 rear pads match the front HPS 5.0 compound for balanced braking. Benefits: matched friction coefficient front and rear means consistent, predictable braking. The HPS 5.0 compound provides better stopping than stock with low dust and noise. Trade-offs: rear pads wear much slower than fronts (since the rear does less braking work), so you may find yourself replacing fronts 2x for every 1x rears. Some people just leave stock rear pads and only upgrade the fronts — this works fine for street driving but creates a slight imbalance under hard braking. If you track the car or do spirited driving regularly, matching front and rear compounds is important. For casual daily driving, rear pad upgrades are nice to have but not critical.
Technical Details
HPS 5.0 compound for the rear axle. Balances braking performance front to rear. Low dust and quiet operation.
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