Brake rotors used to be only a blank disc which basically is used to bring a vehicle to a stop. With technological advancement in the manufacturing industry, a diamond slotted pattern was created for rotors to increase their braking capabilities. These improve wet weather braking, safety and reliability as well as increased brake pad bite to the rotor. If you are looking to improve your braking performance you should consider our diamond slotted rotor next time when it is time for your brakes to be replaced.

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It is important to break-in (or bed-in) rotors and pads properly. Not doing so can cause long term damage to the rotors and cause poor braking performance. In general, brake pads and rotors should bond with each other to provide proper braking performance. The purpose of the break-in procedure is to condition the pad/rotor outer contact surface area. On most pads used, more or less pad material is transferred onto the disc surface area as a thin padded film. Some pad compounds need to be heated to work properly as well. If the proper break-in procedure is not done, uneven pad material deposits can cause excessive noise and vibrations under braking.  Uneven wear can also happen too, which can have an effect on the life span of the rotor and pad.

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R1Concepts, Performance Brake Company does all their drilling in-house. R1Concepts carry the traditional drill/slot brake rotors They also carry drilled only or slotted only. Some people request for dimpled/slot. But if you really like to get creative and make your own custom engraving, R1Concepts can do the job. They have made many different designs. They have made custom designs for individuals, car clubs, crews, businesses, or just pride customers for their own custom ride. R1Concepts have machined brake rotors for years and have a lot of experience. R1Concepts special tech will reassure the rotors are specifically designed to showoff well through your wheels. You can create your own custom logo or let R1Concepts know what you would like and they will create a mock-up design for your approval. They don’t just look good, the custom rotors are designed to give you better performance than stock brakes. Create your custom engraved rotors to be a “showstopper”. Below are some photos of cool custom engraved rotors machined from R1Concepts.

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Everyone here at R1 Concepts Inc. would like to take a moment to say Happy New Years! 2009 was a rough year for many of us due to how the economy has been going. Let’s make 2010 a better year then 2009. We want to wish everyone a prosperous and happy new year. (more…)

Alex Lynn

Alex Lynn is one of the best models we ever worked with. She was very helpful when it came to picking out outfits for the car shows and the photo shoot. She also helped us get Sasha Singleton and Lisa Kaye to work with us. Alex pretty much helped me on everything regarding the models when it came to the HIN Night Shift car show & Funkmaster Flex car show. When I saw her in person I was surprised how tall she was. But once you meet her she’s one of the most down to Earth person and the biggest goof ball you will ever meet. Just don’t get on her bad side! Also this girl can eat! She is leaving the whole modeling and go-go scene for awhile because of personal reasons. Her last appearance was with us, R1 Concepts, so we feel very honored. You will be missed Alex and we can’t wait when you come back!

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Here at R1 Concepts Inc., we are doing our part to save the planet. I’m a true believer that a company, let alone a person can make a big impact to our Earth. Global warming has been an issue for a long time and now the government and the World knows the damage we are causing. We are now seeing the effects from it all and what will lie ahead if we don’t change our ways soon. From the rapid melting ice caps in the Arctics, to higher temperatures which effects crops, higher water levels, extinction of animals, and many more.

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