My stock brakes were replaced about 1.5 months ago with Hawk HPS pads. After the replacement the brakes seemed to have a longer travel before engaging, I took it to the dealer and they said it was because of the Hawk pads. I thought nothing of it until I went to a performance driving clinic where my car was teched and they said that my brakes were soft (due to air) and they could push the pedal all the way down. So I had my brake fluid replaced with Motul 600 and my brake lines changed to Stoptech braided steel lines. However, my brakes still do not have feel as firm as before (they feel a little better than before). I still have to push the brakes farther before they engage. I usually only have to bearly touch the brakes for them to bite hard. Could the master cylinder be the problem or the Hawk brake pads? Any help would be appreciated. I've taken the car to another dealer and they said the brakes feel fine, but I know they don't react the same as they used to. I have another driving event coming up and would like to get this resolved ASAP. I am in the Bay Area if anyone can help.

Thanks,
Dave