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How to Properly Break In Your New Brakes

on May 14, 2014 in ALL POSTS, How To's, tutorials

Bedding your brakes gives the benefit of making your brakes last longer additionally saving you money in the future.  There are few methods and process in how to bed new brakes. Here’s one way you can properly bed your newly installed brakes. Assuming your new installed brakes for your car or truck have been tested […]

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Warning Signs that You Need Your Brakes Checked

on April 10, 2014 in ALL POSTS, Brake Calipers, Brake Pads, Brake Rotors, Car Care Tips, How To's, Other Brake Parts

                Brakes are overlooked and often neglected, but they’re certainly one of the most crucial parts that you need to maintain. Most cars use what are known as disc brakes. A hydraulic system filled with brake fluid triggers a set of padded clamps known as calipers, causing them […]

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RX8 Sport Suspension | Sport or Non Sport Suspension?

on December 9, 2011 in ALL POSTS, Car News & Reviews, How To's

The difference between the sport and non sport brakes is that the front rotors are a different size. One sure way to determine which rotor you need is to simply measure it. Sport should be about 12.72 inches and the non sport would be 11.93 inches. The next and probably easiest way is if you […]

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Car Maintenance Checklist

on December 3, 2010 in ALL POSTS, How To's

Here are a couple of things to look out for when you do a routine check-up for your car. Engine Oil and Filter: This should be checked after every fuel fill-up and while the engine is off.  Recommended oil changes are every 3 months or 3000 miles Fuel Filter: Replace if it is contaminated with […]

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The Importance Of Brake Pad and Rotor Break-In Procedure

on October 29, 2010 in ALL POSTS, How To's

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 […]

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How to Choose Brake Pads | Ceramic or Organic Brake Pads

on October 28, 2010 in ALL POSTS, How To's, Rants, tutorials

If you are wondering how to choose brake pads for your vehicle, visit R1 Concepts online today. View our tips and tricks for choosing the right brake pads here! Nowadays, we have ceramics, semi-metallic, organic, and metallic formulations. Choosing the best combination for your vehicle isn’t always clear as black and white. Here are some […]

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