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.
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.
