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Hawk Performance Black Race Brake Pads Volvo 142 | 145 | 164 | 240 | 242 | 244 | 245 | 262 | 265 | 1800 1969-1979
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Hawk Performance Black Race Brake Pads for Classic Volvo Models

If you're a proud owner of a Volvo 142, 145, 164, 240, 242, 244, 245, 262, 265, or 1800 from 1969 to 1979, you know the importance of reliable braking performance. The Hawk Performance Black Race Brake Pads are specifically crafted to meet the demands of your classic ride, whether you're hitting the racetrack or navigating city streets. These pads are engineered for higher temperatures and aggressive driving styles, ensuring that you can stop confidently in any situation.

Why Choose Hawk Performance Brake Pads?

With over 30 years of experience in friction and engineering, Hawk has developed a brake pad compound that excels in both performance and durability. These pads offer:

  • All-Purpose Race Compound: Perfect for both racing and everyday driving, providing versatility for all your needs.
  • Great Rotor & Pad Wear Life: Designed to minimize wear, ensuring your braking system lasts longer.
  • Smooth & Predictable Control: Enjoy a consistent braking feel that gives you confidence behind the wheel.
  • High Deceleration Capability: Experience powerful stopping performance when you need it most.
  • Consistent Brake Release Characteristics: Say goodbye to abrupt stops and hello to seamless braking.
  • Compatibility: Note that these pads are not compatible with ceramic rotors and are designed to work with iron or metal rotors.

Installation Tips for Optimal Performance

To get the most out of your Hawk Performance Brake Pads, follow these installation tips:

  • Ensure that the brake pads are securely positioned in the caliper for proper function.
  • Check your brake fluid levels and flush or replace as necessary.
  • Inspect all hydraulic components for signs of wear and tear.
  • Examine the rotors for deep grooves or scoring; resurface or replace them as needed.
  • If rotors do not require resurfacing, make sure to remove any contamination from previous brake pads by sanding with 130-grit sandpaper and cleaning the surface with soap and water.
  • Finally, inspect the calipers to ensure they move freely and lubricate where necessary.

With Hawk Performance Black Race Brake Pads, you can trust that your classic Volvo will stop smoothly and reliably, whether you're on the track or cruising through town. Upgrade your braking experience today!

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Who is Hawk Performance?

Hawk Performance is a manufacturing company that specializes in creating brake pads for the automotive industry. They have been manufacturing business for more than 25 years and has helped a lot of enthusiasts improve the braking performance of their vehicle. Today, they have become a household name when it comes to friction products and has been used by ordinary enthusiasts and serious race track drivers.

A Brake Pad for Everyone

The company offers a variety of pads depending on your specific need. Whether you want a better track time on your favorite track, or you just wish to have that smooth and quiet braking experience, Hawk Performance has the right products for you.

The company is known to create high quality brake products. This is possible due to their extensive experience borrowed from other industries such as the aerospace and military. They also collect vital data from their track experience that aids them in developing products that would perform even in extreme conditions. Using the most advance manufacturing tools in the market which includes 23 dynamometers for their product testing, they can be sure that they only produce the best product possible.

Purchase Hawk Performance Products at Vivid Racing

Making a vehicle go fast is easy. Making it stop is a whole different story. Make sure that when upgrading your vehicle, don’t forget to check your braking system as well. If you are in search of a brand that you can trust, then Hawk Performance is for you. They offer brake pads for a variety of vehicle models from light to heavy vehicles. Visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that would fit your requirement.




Limited Lifetime Warranty:
Carlisle Brake & Friction (CBF) warrants Hawk Performance® branded 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. CBF 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 CBF/Hawk Performance be liable for incidental 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 CBF. All valid warranty claims will be replaced and/or reimbursed with Hawk Performance® branded products of equal or greater value.

Disclaimer to “Limited Life-Time Warranty”: Motorsports brake pads and rotors are developed for high performance events. Racing is a dangerous sport. Hawk Performance® racing brake pads and rotors are sold without warranty expressed or implied. No warranty or representation is made as to this product’s ability to protect the user from injury or death. The user assumes that risk.

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