Product Description:
1982–1992 Camaro & Firebird Big Brake Upgrade Kit – Gen 5 Camaro SS/ZL1 Brakes (4-Piston & 6-Piston Options)
Step up your braking performance with this Hawks Motorsports Big Brake Upgrade Kit featuring Gen 5 Camaro SS and ZL1 calipers and rotors. Designed to work with our proprietary spindle system, this upgrade brings serious stopping power to your 1982–1992 Camaro or Firebird using late-model OEM GM components.
The Gen 5 Camaro SS system features large 4-piston calipers and 14" rotors, while the ZL1 version adds massive 6-piston calipers and 14.6" two-piece rotors for ultimate braking performance. Both setups offer exceptional thermal capacity, improved pedal feel, and a modern look — perfect for pro-touring builds, aggressive street cars, or track-day warriors.
These rotors use a 67.5mm center bore and 5x120mm bolt pattern from the factory. For third-gen compatibility, we recommend pairing this kit with C6 or C7 Corvette front hubs to retain the stock 5x120.65 bolt pattern with M12 studs.
Please note: If you use the Corvette hubs you will need to have the rotors center bore opened up to clear the 70.6mm hubs. If you choose to run Gen 6 Camaro hubs for a direct rotor fit, note that the hub bore and wheel bolt pattern will differ, and the studs will be M14.
These spindles do lower the front ride height .900".
Key Features:
- Choose between 4-piston (SS) or 6-piston (ZL1) aluminum calipers
- 14.0" or 14.6" rotors provide exceptional stopping power
- ZL1 uses two-piece steel rotors with improved heat management
- Ideal for performance builds with large wheels and tires
- Retains bolt-on compatibility using Corvette hubs and modified rotors
Kit Includes:
- Hawks Motorsports front spindle assemblies
- Billet brake caliper brackets
- Stainless braided front brake lines
- New brake pads
- Calipers and rotors (varies by kit selection – see below)
Brake Kit Options:
Gen 5 Camaro SS:
- 4-piston front calipers
- 14.0" vented rotors
- Excellent balance of performance and affordability
- Requires machining of rotor center bore to 70.6mm if using Corvette hubs
- Requires 18"+ wheels
- Hawks Recommends:
- Caliper -
- Rotor -
- Pads -
- Wheel Bearing -
Gen 5 Camaro ZL1:
- 6-piston Brembo calipers
- 14.6" two-piece rotors
- Maximum thermal capacity and visual impact
- Requires machining of rotor center bore to 70.6mm if using Corvette hubs
- Requires 19"+ wheels (Some 18" wheels will fit but you need to confirm fitment)
- Hawks Recommends:
- Caliper - GM 20944529 & GM 20944530 (Discontinued)
- Caliper Hardware - H5843
- Rotor - 2X GM 84951566
- Pads - ACDELCO 17D1405M
- Wheel Bearing - 2X GM C7 Front 85144278
Fitment:
- 1982–1992 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1982–1992 Pontiac Firebird
- Recommended with C6 or C7 Corvette hubs for correct bolt pattern and stud size
- Calipers mount to Hawks spindle via included billet brackets
- Requires rotor center bore to be machined from 67.5mm to 70.6mm for Corvette hub compatibility
- Will not work with Gen 6 hubs unless you convert to 5x120mm and M14 studs
Notes:
- Requires minimum 18" wheels (SS) or 19" wheels (ZL1)
- Hawks guarantees fitment when using Corvette hubs and Hawks-supplied components
- Rotors must be machined to 70.6mm center bore if using Corvette hubs
Bring modern Brembo stopping power to your third-gen F-body with our Gen 5 Camaro big brake upgrade. Whether you're looking for the capable 4-piston SS system or the ultra-high-performance ZL1 6-piston setup, Hawks Motorsports has the solution to suit your build. Order today and stop with confidence.
