HPS - High Performance Street
Superior Stopping Power

HPS - High Performance Street disc brake pads are world renowned for increasing stopping power on your street legal vehicle. Increasing the performance of your vehicles braking system is easy when you choose Hawk Performances HPS braking compound. This unique Ferro-Carbon formula was developed for street performance using the safety and quality of Aerospace and Motorsports severe-duty friction technology.

The High Performance Street compound offers a higher coefficient of friction over stock brake pads and can provide you 20-40% more stopping power and higher resistance to brake fade than most standard replacement pads. Less fade means youll have a highly durable brake pad with less brake dust.

HPS Ferro-Compound Features:

Increased stopping power

High friction/torque hot or cold

Gentle on rotors

Extended pad life

Low dust

Virtually noise-free

HPS-High Performance Street

When it comes to performance braking for street vehicles, there is no equal.

Superior Stopping Power For The Street

HPS - (High Performance Street) disc brake pads are world-renowned for increasing stopping power on your street legal vehicle. Hawk Performance’s engineers developed the HPS compound by blending the safety and quality aspects of Aerospace design with braking technology derived from Motorsports efforts. The result is a unique Ferro-Carbon brake compound that delivers significant advantages of increased stopping power, extended pad life, extended rotor life and low dust properties for street applications.

Our high performance street compound offers a higher coefficient of friction over stock brake pads and can provide you 20-40% more stopping power, with higher resistance to brake fade than standard replacement pads.

HPS Brake Pad Key Features:

Increased stopping power

High friction/torque hot or cold

Gentle on rotors

Extended pad life

Low dust

Virtually noise-free

Ideal for import & domestic automobiles

All Hawk Performance street brake pads provide a limited lifetime warranty, ensuring products to be free of defects from manufacturer’s workmanship and materials. Please see page 11 for complete warranty information.

Important Installation Instructions

All brake pads require a burnishing or bedding-in procedure in order to achieve optimal performance and durability. During the bedding-in process the pad conforms to the rotor surface and generates an import transfer film. Prior to installation, make sure the brake system is free and clear of debris, brake fluid is replaced and all brake components are properly installed and in good working order. See the FAQ section on page 10 for more information on proper brake pad bedding procedure.

Hawk Performance FAQ's & Warranty

Q: What compound is best for my application?

A: This is highly dependent on the vehicle and expectations of the customer. In most cases we recommend that you reference our product literature, website, or contact us at 440-528-4000.

Q: What causes brake noise?

A: There are literally hundreds of reasons why brake noise occurs and most have nothing to do with brake pads. Proper installation, brake system maintenance, rotor quality and debris tend to be the most common causes. Sometimes brake squeal can be an indicator that there is a problem. Maintenance is required if you experience brake squeal for any of the following reasons:

Lack of friction material (brakes need to be replaced)

Loose fitting brake in the caliper

Loose fitting or missing brake hardware (i.e. shims, anti-rattle clips)

Loose lug nuts or caliper hardware

Debris caught between the rotor and the surface of the brake pad

Heat cracked or worn rotors

Uneven finish on resurfaced rotors

In some cases, a user may experience brake noise when no maintenance is required. We call these NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) issues. Brake squeal is typically caused by vibration between the brake pads, rotors, and brake calipers. Some brands of semi-metallic brakes are more likely to experience brake squeal due to the metallic ingredients in the brake pads.

Hawk Performance has a great reputation for manufacturing low-noise, high-performance brake pads. All Hawk Performance products have an OE quality shim, severe duty powder coat surface treatment and “GearHead Grease Paks” to virtually eliminate the risk of brake noise. Below are the instructions for proper use of our “GearHead Grease Paks.”

1. To silence brake noise – Apply 1-2 grams on the backside of the brake pad and evenly spread across the surface making sure to cover any areas where the pad contacts the caliper or piston.
2. To lubricate calipers – Clean and inspect all brake caliper parts making sure to inspect for damage or excessive corrosion. Apply to pins, slides, bushings, pistons, rubber sleeves and seals. DO NOT APPLY TO THE ROTOR FACE OR THE BRAKING SURFACE OF THE PAD!

Caution: For eye and skin contact, flush with water for 15 minutes. Wash skin with soap and water; call a physician if irritation persists. If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting; call a physician. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Q: How do I break in my new pads?

A: Brake Pad Burnishing/Bedding-In Instructions

1. After installing new brake pads, make 6-to-10 stops from approximately 30-35 MPH applying moderate pressure.
2. Make an additional 2-to-3 hard stops from approximately 40-45 MPH.
3. DO NOT DRAG BRAKES!
4. Allow at least 15 minutes for the brake system to cool down.
5. After step 4 is completed, your new Hawk Performance brake pads are ready for use.

Q: Why should I follow a break-in procedure on new brake pads?

A: Correct brake pad break-in (bedding) is important to assure quality braking performance over the life of the pad. This procedure allows the rubbing surface of the brake pad to be brought to temperatures, creating a transfer-film layer of friction material to be applied to the rotor surface. This allows the brake pad material to rub against itself rather than the bare rotor. This increases the stopping performance of the brake pad and can reduce pad and rotor wear.

Q: Can I run cross-drilled or slotted rotors with your pads?

A: Yes you can. However, we do not recommend the use of crossed drilled rotors. Although they look cool, cross drilled rotors increase the volume of brake dust and deteriorates the overall braking performance of your car due to the reduced contact surface area and thermal mass. It should also be noted that the combination of the reduced thermal mass and weakened structural strength creates a higher risk of rotor warping or heat cracking when heavy braking occurs.

Q: Where can I find an authorized distributor of Hawk Performance disc brake pads?

A: You can find an authorized distributor of Hawk Performance high performance disc brake pads by entering your zip code in the “Where to Buy” box on the left menu bar of our website. If you are looking for a distributor by name and not by location, simply use the “Advanced Search Options” feature of our website. You can also contact us at 440-528-4000.

Q: Does Hawk Performance have a part for my vehicle application?

A: We are constantly developing new applications, so if you do not see your application listed in the application guide of this catalog, please search for it on our website. To search for a part for your vehicle application, enter the year and make in the “Find Part Now” box on the left menu bar of our website and hit enter. Select the model of your vehicle from the drop down menu and hit enter. Hawk Performance part numbers for your specified application will be displayed, if available.

Q: What can I do during installation to ensure my brakes won't squeal?

A: First, choose Hawk Performance high performance disc brake pads as your upgrade over other aftermarket brake suppliers. The next best steps you can take to avoid having noisy brakes are:

Turn / machine the rotors (machining off a small layer of the brake rotor to make it smooth again)

Wash and dry the rotor to rid of debris

Install the pads securely and according to instruction

Properly bed-in the pads according to instruction (see following question)

Apply a thin layer of a silicone compound called anti-squeal brake lube on the back of the brake pads

Our standard installation procedures are outlined below. This information is included in every brake pad set we manufacture, and should be followed in accordance with the application-specific brake pad installation instructions provided by the vehicle manufacturer.

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 runout.

Check disc for scoring or grooves over .012”depth. If either applies, resurfacing is required.

If discs do not need resurfacing, then contamination from the previous brake pads must be removed. Sand discs with 130-grit sandpaper using moderate pressure. Use soap and water to clean 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.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Hawk Performance will warranty products to be free of defects from workmanship and materials. This warranty does not apply to normal wear or damage caused by negligence, lack of maintenance, accident, abnormal operations, or improper installation or service. Hawk Performance does not make any other warranty claims, either expressed or implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will Hawk Performance be liable for incident or consequential damages of any kind, whether such damages are claimed on account of breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, or strict product liability. This includes without limitation, damage to property, or other economic losses that may be incurred. Any, and all, warranty claims must be processed through Hawk Performance. All valid warranty claims will be replaced/reimbursed with Hawk Performance brake pads of equal or greater value.