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Hawk Performance Front Brake Pads | Buick Century Custom (1978–1979) (HB119B.594)

Hawk Performance Front Brake Pads | Buick Century Custom (1978–1979) (HB119B.594)

SKU:HB119B.594

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The Hawk Performance Front Brake Pads for the Buick Century Custom (1978–1979) are high-performance replacement components designed to enhance braking capability. Constructed with Hawk's Ferro-Carbon compound, these pads deliver superior stopping power and improved pedal feel while maintaining compatibility with ABS systems. The HPS 5.0 formulation combines aerospace-grade safety and quality with advanced braking characteristics, ensuring reliable performance under demanding driving conditions. These brake pads are engineered to provide a balanced mix of safety, durability, and high-performance braking for street use, making them suitable for enthusiasts seeking improved stopping distances and consistent pedal response.

Designed specifically for the 1978–1979 Buick Century Custom models, these front brake pads are a direct replacement for OEM components. They are compatible with vehicles equipped with ABS and are ideal for street driving, spirited driving, or light performance applications. Installation is straightforward as they are bolt-on replacements, requiring no additional modifications. The kit includes the necessary pads for the front axle, offering a reliable upgrade to enhance braking performance and safety during everyday driving or more aggressive use.

Overview

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. High Performance Street 5.0 pads give your vehicle the greatest 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.

  • Aggressive torque
  • Great rotor & pad wear life
  • Smooth & predictable control
  • Designed to deliver high deceleration rates
  • Consistent brake release characteristics for a smooth braking feel
  • All Hawk Performance compounds are not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors. Hawk pads are designed to work with Iron/Metal rotors.
  • 100-750 F operating temperatures
  • 100-550 F optimal temperature range

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