Hawk Performance HPS 5.0
For years, engine builders have been pushing motors to the limits of their ability, and at Hawk Performance, we're closer than ever to pushing the ABS Rev Limiter to its limits. The Hawk HPS 5.0 (High Performance Street 5.0) brake pad compound gives your vehicle the greatest possible stopping power and pedal feel without compromising ABS. HPS 5.0 is a Ferro-Carbon compound that provides advanced braking characteristics to enhance the driving experience. This compound combines the safety and quality of aerospace design with the braking technology of motorsports. The results are shorter stopping distances, improved performance under heavy braking conditions, and street car friendly characteristics.
Expert Opinion
The Hawk HPS 5.0 is a good choice if you are looking to increase your street performance to the maximum level possible without suffering the adverse side effects of noise and large amounts of brake dust commonly associated with higher performance pads. The HPS 5.0 will provide increased brake torque and operating temperature when compared to the Hawk HPS compound. The HPS 5.0 compound can withstand light track use as long as you are aware of the signs of over-heating and allow proper cool off time when the pads approach their upper temperature. The Hawk HPS 5.0 compound is not a race compound and it can not withstand prolonged race sessions at high temperatures. The HPS 5.0 Compound will be cleaner than most OEM Pads, but produce more brake dust than the Hawk Ceramic and Hawk HPS.
Hawk HPS 5.0 Compound Characteristics:
- Aggressive Torque
- Great Rotor and Pad Wear
- Smooth, Predictable Control
- High Rates of Deceleration
- Consistent Release Characteristics
- 100-750 Deg F Operating Temperature Range
- 100-550 Deg F Optimal Temperature Range
Compound Chart
Hawk Brake Pad Installation Procedure
- Install Brake pads properly. Be sure pads are securely positioned in the caliper.
- Flush system with fresh brake fluid.
- Check all hydraulic parts for excess wear and tear.
- Check disc for proper thickness, parallelism, and lateral run-out.
- Check disc for scoring or grooves over .012"" depth. If either applies, resurfacing or replacement is required.
- If disc does not need resurfacing then contamination from the previous brake pads must be removed. Sand discs with Garnet sandpaper using moderate pressure. Use soap and water to clean off disc surface after sanding and machining. Discs should be free and clear of oil, grease, and brake fluid
- Inspect calipers for freedom of movement. Lubricate where necessary
Hawk Brake Pad Bedding Procedure - Street Compounds
- Make 6-10 slow-downs from approximately 30-35 mph to 5 mph. applying moderate pressure. Do not come to a complete stop.
- Make an additional 2 to 3 harder stops from approximately 40-45 mph. to zero.
- DO NOT DRAG THE BRAKES! (after stopping - do not leave your foot on the brake pedal)
- Allow 15 minutes or more for the brake system to cool down.
- Your new Hawk pads are ready for use.
This part is for the Front of:
- 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 2004 Ford Mustang Mach I 4.6L
- 2004 Ford Mustang Cobra
- 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 10th Anniversary 4.6L
- 2003 Ford Mustang Mach I 4.6L
- 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra
- 2002 Ford Mustang Cobra
- 2001 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 2001 Ford Mustang GT Bullitt 4.6L
- 2000 Ford Mustang Cobra
- 1999 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 5.0L
- 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 5.0L
- 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 1996 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport 5.7L
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Collector's Edition 5.7L
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1996 Chevrolet CORVETTE
- 1995 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car 5.7L
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1994 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L
- 1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary Edition 5.7L
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1992 Pontiac Firebird Heavy Duty
- 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1992 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1992 Chevrolet Camaro Heavy Duty
- 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 5.7L Performance Package
- 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L Performance Package
- 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 3.1L Performance Package
- 1991 Pontiac Firebird Heavy Duty
- 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1991 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Heritage Edition 5.0L Performance Package
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Heritage Edition 3.1L Performance Package
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Heavy Duty
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 5.7L Performance Package
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L Performance Package
- 1990 Pontiac Firebird Heavy Duty
- 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 5.7L
- 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1990 Chevrolet Camaro Heavy Duty
- 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 5.7L Performance Package
- 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L Performance Package
- 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 3.1L Performance Package
- 1989 Pontiac Firebird Heavy Duty
- 1989 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1989 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Heavy Duty
- 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 5.7L Performance Package
- 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L Performance Package
- 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 2.8L Performance Package
- 1988 Pontiac Firebird Heavy Duty
- 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Base 5.7L
- 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 35th Anniversary Edition 5.7L
- 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1988 Chevrolet Camaro Heavy Duty
- 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 5.7L Performance Package
- 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L Performance Package
- 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 2.8L Performance Package
This part is for the Rear of:
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car
- 1995 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary Edition
- 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1992 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1991 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
- 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Base
- 1989 Chevrolet Corvette Base