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Dynamite Friction 8512-53026 Disc Brake Kit - Front
Front Brake Kit for Cobalt, HHR, G5, Ion, Pursuit
Dynamite Friction 8512-53026 is a front disc brake kit built for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn applications. It combines DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads for a direct-fit service solution on listed vehicles.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit for service replacement
- DFC drilled and slotted black rotors
- 5000 Advanced Brake Pads
- Fits select Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR models
- Fits select Pontiac G5 and Pursuit models
- Fits select Saturn Ion models
- Part number: 8512-53026
Product Details
This Dynamite Friction brake kit is intended for front axle service on 2004-2010 Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn platforms listed in the fitment data. Applications include 2007-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt with 1-piston front calipers, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Cobalt with 5-lug wheels, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, 2009-2010 Chevrolet HHR without Brembo front calipers, 2007-2008 Pontiac G5, 2008 Pontiac G5 with 296mm front rotors, 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit, 2005 Pontiac Pursuit with rear disc, and 2004-2007 Saturn Ion. The 8512-53026 kit is a fitment-specific option for drivers replacing worn front brake components on these platforms.
Common Reasons to Replace
- Brake pulsation from worn or uneven front rotors
- Reduced stopping performance from aged pads
- Noise during braking from worn friction material
- Visible rotor scoring or heat checking
- Service needs on a front brake system with listed caliper and wheel configurations
Installation Notes
Verify year, make, model, and front brake configuration before ordering. Confirm caliper type, wheel setup, rotor size, and any listed notes such as Brembo front calipers, 1-piston front calipers, 5-lug wheels, or 296mm front rotors. The 8512-53026 kit is for front position applications only and should be matched to the exact vehicle configuration shown in the fitment table.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction 8512-53026 is cataloged as a brake service kit for the listed applications and is built around DFC rotor and pad components for front brake replacement on compatible Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn vehicles.
This part fits 15 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Chevrolet | HHR | Front | without Brembo Front Calipers; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | HHR | Front | without Brembo Front Calipers; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Cobalt | Sport | Front | 1-Piston Front Calipers; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | HHR | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2008 | Pontiac | G5 | Front | 296mm Front Rotors; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Cobalt | Front | 1-Piston Front Calipers; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2007 | Pontiac | G5 | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2007 | Saturn | Ion | Red Line | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Cobalt | Front | 5 Lug Wheels; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Pursuit | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2006 | Saturn | Ion | Red Line | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Cobalt | Front | 5 Lug Wheels; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Pursuit | Front | Rear Disc; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware | |
| 2005 | Saturn | Ion | Red Line | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware |
| 2004 | Saturn | Ion | Red Line | Front | DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.