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Why do brakes squeal or make noise?

on July 16, 2008 in ALL POSTS, R1 Concepts Braking News

Brake squeal is caused by high-frequency vibration between the brake pads, rotors, and calipers. It could be possible of missing springs or anti-rattle clips that should be on the caliper or pad, loose fittings of brake pads in the caliper, improper tightening of lug nuts, or calipers upon installation. It is not unusual these days […]

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R1 Concepts Inc. has gone GREEN

on July 15, 2008 in ALL POSTS, Rants, Videos

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 […]

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Why buy new rotors instead of turning them?

on July 7, 2008 in ALL POSTS, How To's, Rants

To purchase new brake rotors or turn them, ah that is the question. You are wasting your money if you are fitting new brake pads on your vehicle and your rotors are seriously scored or hollowed. It’s extremely dangerous and could also cause the vehicle a total loss of brake. No one ever wants to […]

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R1 Concepts Hot Model is Atlanta’s sexiest MySpace Top 8: VOTE!

on June 26, 2008 in ALL POSTS, Rants

Hello Everyone. One of our R1 Concepts hot models has been nominated to Atlanta’s Sexiest MySpace Top 8. Please show your support and vote for her to be one of the Top 8. She is the last girl on the bottom. Please read and vote accordingly. Last day to vote is July 14th, 2008. Just […]

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2010/2011 Acura NSX (ASCC): pictures, videos, preview

on June 18, 2008 in ALL POSTS, Car News & Reviews, Videos

Excited? Honda’s premium brand is not saying much, but here is what we found out so far. Acura introduce this Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept (ASCC) at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show. If this concept car does go into production, we are still unsure if it’s going to be called a NSX. NSX stands for […]

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Bedding in Your Brake Pads

on June 15, 2008 in ALL POSTS, How To's, Rants

We recently wrote an article in our Tech Papers section describing the braking procedure and bedding process.  The article is still a little rough, so feel free to give us your comments. Article Title:  How to Correctly Bed-in Your New Brake rotors and Brake Pads. Synopsis: At any time you install a new brake pads or brake […]

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