Product Description:
1982–1992 Camaro & Firebird Big Brake Upgrade Kit – C5/C6 Corvette Caliper Options
Upgrade the brakes on your 1982–1992 Camaro or Firebird with a proven GM performance solution using C5 and C6 Corvette brake components. Built around the Hawks Motorsports spindle system, this bolt-on big brake upgrade allows you to run modern, high-performance Corvette calipers and rotors on your third-gen F-body — with no guesswork or fabrication required.
Our billet caliper brackets are engineered to mount C5 and C6 calipers directly to our spindle assembly. The kits are compatible with C6 or C7 Corvette front hubs, which share the factory 70.6mm hub pilot, 5x120.65 bolt pattern, and M12 studs — ensuring a smooth and direct installation process.
From the affordable and effective C5 dual-piston setup to the high-performance 6-piston C6 Z06 system, these kits are perfect for street performance, track days, or show builds. Whether you're looking for a modest improvement or serious stopping power, we've got a configuration to match your goals and budget.
Key Features:
(Details will vary based on the configuration selected)
- Uses C5 or C6 dual- or six-piston calipers
- Rotor diameters from 12.8" up to 14"
- All calipers are direct-fit using included brackets
- Stainless braided brake hoses included
- Compatible with 17"–18"+ wheels depending on kit
Kit Includes:
- Hawks Motorsports front spindle assemblies
- Billet brake caliper brackets (compatible with all C5/C6 calipers)
- Stainless braided front brake lines (except for customer-supplied caliper kits)
- New brake pads (except for customer-supplied caliper kits)
- Calipers and rotors (varies per kit, see below)
Brake Kit Options:
C5 Corvette (Base):
- 2-piston calipers with 12.8" rotors
- Direct bolt-on fit
- Requires 17" wheels minimum
C6 Corvette (Base):
- Revised 2-piston calipers with improved stiffness
- 12.8" rotors
- Requires 17" wheels minimum
C6 Z51:
- Same upgraded 2-piston calipers
- Larger 13.4" rotors for improved heat capacity
- Requires 17" wheels with appropriate clearance
C6 Z06:
- 6-piston Brembo calipers (customer-supplied only)
- Massive 14" rotors
- Requires 18" wheels minimum
- Recommended for high-performance and track applications
- Caliper availability is limited; verify fitment before sourcing components
Fitment:
- 1982–1992 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1982–1992 Pontiac Firebird
- Requires use of C6 or C7 Corvette hubs (GM PN 20981829 recommended)
- Compatible with OEM or aftermarket control arms
- All caliper/rotor combos retain stock 70.6mm hub bore and 5x120.65 bolt pattern with M12 studs
Notes:
- Ensure wheel clearance:
- C5/C6 Base: 17"+ wheels
- C6 Z51: 17"+ with additional clearance
- C6 Z06: 18"+ wheels required
- Kits guarantee fitment when using components supplied by Hawks
- When supplying your own calipers/rotors, ensure correct sizing and specs
Choose your ideal C5 or C6 Corvette big brake kit and transform the braking performance of your third-gen F-body. With Hawks’ precision spindle system at the core, these kits offer unbeatable value, compatibility, and stopping power. Order your bolt-on Corvette brake upgrade today.
