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Old 09-27-2008, 10:51 PM
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R1 Concepts Rotors?

Has anyone heard of R1 Concepts performance brake rotors? I emailed a rep and below is his reply.

Our Premium Series rotor for the C32 AMG is 300mm in diameter, 22mm thick, 5x112mm bolt pattern and is exactly 16lbs each.

* Exclusive DOUBLE DRILLED “Staggered” design for maximum heat dissipation
* Exclusive DIAMOND SLOTS with R1 Concepts state-of-the-art technology.
* Black Electro-Coat finishes on hubs and vanes to withstand long lasting protection from corrosion, & rust salt water exposure.
* Stronger cast with premium quality iron; longer lasting and stronger rotors.
* Chamfered holes, preventing heat stress, thus, crack issues.
* Reduce warping rotors and brake fading.
* No modification needed; OEM direct fitment.
* Casted to OE specifications
* Double disc grinded:
+ Quicker brake pad bite and break-in;
+ Ensure parallelism & run out.
* Mill balanced; mill-correct to tolerance of less than 2oz. per inch.
o Prevents vibration & warp rotors.
o

Center Split core cast vane structure provides even heat transfer and dissipation.

Braking system is one of the most significant functions of any vehicle. Stopping quicker can prevent life saving, driving accidents. Stopping faster and smoother is for all types of drivers: from daily, to street, track & aggressive. Our Premium-Series brake rotors are truly a premium performance brake product. From how it’s cast from premium quality iron, R1 exclusive double “staggered” drilled & “diamond” slotted design holds up in its ultimate braking performance. Our Premium-Series rotors will last longer and out perform any other rotors out there in the market and works well with any type of brake pads. Our Premium-Series rotors are the best brake rotors we carry!

At R1, we constantly invest in research & design to provide performance drill slot rotors. All of our rotors are drilled and slotted by specifications and tested performance. We do not put holes and slots in a rotor and called it a performance brake rotors. Want more info? -Be sure to click on the auction and read more on why our drilled & slotted rotors are leading in the industry. Our only focus here at R1 Concepts, Inc., is on providing premium high quality brakes at an unbelievable price, backed up with our award winning customer service.

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D. Long
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Tel: 714-777-2323 ext 7005
Fax: 714-870-6163

For more deals and promotions please visit: www.r1concepts.com


Most performance rotors weigh in around 19lbs and stock is supposed to be about 26lbs. These rotors look and sound great, but almost too good to be true at $250 for a front set.

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As I recall, R1 and L2's are the same product. I have the L2's and thoroughly enjoy them. If the price is right, get them. (I believe the L2's are the E-Line rotors).

I got all 4 corners for $249.

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$249 for all 4 with the same specs as above!? Where did you purchase from? I'd jump all over that.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
$249 for all 4 with the same specs as above!? Where did you purchase from? I'd jump all over that.
Yes that a tramendous price but unfortunately they went up by a tad over $100 for all 4 corners shipped. I posted a thread about a special pricing for posting here...search for the thread
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
$249 for all 4 with the same specs as above!? Where did you purchase from? I'd jump all over that.
silver, we're on the same boat, as scott stated above about the L2's they were a steal deal !!! I'm trying to call L2 on monday morning to see if they still offer the same deal. Hell, i'll pay 400 for the set shipped if they can do it.
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silver, we're on the same boat, as scott stated above about the L2's they were a steal deal !!! I'm trying to call L2 on monday morning to see if they still offer the same deal. Hell, i'll pay 400 for the set shipped if they can do it.
See if they can do a 2 man "group buy" for us.haha Please let me know what you find out. I have a warped rotor and need to move quickly.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
See if they can do a 2 man "group buy" for us.haha Please let me know what you find out. I have a warped rotor and need to move quickly.
same shoes... trying to get these asap... will do !! i'll ask if there is any special pricing for two.
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Try to work off the price Scott bought them at if not try for less then what they offered me
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same shoes... trying to get these asap... will do !! i'll ask if there is any special pricing for two.
I definitely think we have some bargaining power since we have the different prices C32used and Scott picked them up for vs widely varying advertised prices. Plus they have 2 potential buyers on the table looking for full sets of rotors. At least I am, my as well replace them all at once. Like you said though, I'd be willing to pay $400 for a full set even. We don't need to tell them that though.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
I definitely think we have some bargaining power since we have the different prices C32used and Scott picked them up for vs widely varying advertised prices. Plus they have 2 potential buyers on the table looking for full sets of rotors. At least I am, my as well replace them all at once. Like you said though, I'd be willing to pay $400 for a full set even. We don't need to tell them that though.
hahaha yeah i'll be sure to low ball hahahahaah I'll try
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using their product search I didn't see anything came up for C32/55 that's 16lbs each. they listed the weight for two at 53.44 lbs. that's 26.72 lbs per.

the stock C32/55 front rotors are 332mm btw, not 300mm you got in your email reply.

from their email reply they gave you the rear rotor spec and weight.

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Inspector frank thanks for the correct info...... i need rotors badly, since i dont drive the 32 too much i been lazy to replace the rotors. Rain season is about to kick in soon in nor cal i have to get these replace asap.
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the stock C32/55 front rotors are 332mm btw, not 300mm you got in your email reply.
The email said theirs are 300mm, not the stock AMG rotors.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
The email said theirs are 300mm, not the stock AMG rotors.
Ummm... I believe that was Frank's point. You realize a 300mm replacement won't work with a 332mm setup, right?
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
I definitely think we have some bargaining power since we have the different prices C32used and Scott picked them up for vs widely varying advertised prices. Plus they have 2 potential buyers on the table looking for full sets of rotors. At least I am, my as well replace them all at once. Like you said though, I'd be willing to pay $400 for a full set even. We don't need to tell them that though.
Posting what you'd be willing to pay for something to the internet isn't exactly keeping it close to the vest, SilverBulletAMG...
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I have R1 Concept rotors on all fours. I can't say much for their C32 rotors as i don't have one, but i can say that the rotors that i have are great. For some strange reason, my first set of front rotors that i got from them were warped. I called them up and the send me another pair, no questions asked.
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THEY LOOK GOOD AND ARE ALL RIGHT MINE SEEM TO MAKE A NOISE WHEN I BREAK LIKE AIR PASSING THROUGH THE DRILLED HOLES AND SLOTS OTHER THAN THAT GREAT PRICE AND GOOD LOOKS
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Ummm... I believe that was Frank's point. You realize a 300mm replacement won't work with a 332mm setup, right?
Nope, didn't realize that. Apparently neither does the sales rep because he assured me they would work. I dunno...
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Posting what you'd be willing to pay for something to the internet isn't exactly keeping it close to the vest, SilverBulletAMG...
I highly doubt their reps are cruising around the forums but if they are, oh well. Make us a sale at $400 then.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
I highly doubt their reps are cruising around the forums but if they are, oh well. Make us a sale at $400 then.
R1Concepts is registered on here, but i have not seen a post from them in about a year.
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Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
Nope, didn't realize that. Apparently neither does the sales rep because he assured me they would work. I dunno...
As for the sales rep, he might've been just focused on what they DO offer - if you look at the full email you posted above, nowhere does it specify front or rear rotors... they're obviously different sizes and specs, perhaps R1 only offers a rear rotor option for C32's, so he only emailed you the specs of the option they carry and consequently could sell you?

Either he knew or he didn't; regardless, you need a 345mm x 30mm rotor w/ 5x112 bolt pattern for the fronts - if you tried to use the one mentioned above, it would be too thin, and approx. 1.5" too small in diameter, so your pads wouldn't have enough rotor to grab.

Originally Posted by SilverBulletAMG
I highly doubt their reps are cruising around the forums but if they are, oh well. Make us a sale at $400 then.
You could be right... I've heard of stranger things, however - especially given that their name is posted in the thread title. Anyway, just a word to the wise, my friend
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You could be right... I've heard of stranger things, however - especially given that their name is posted in the thread title. Anyway, just a word to the wise, my friend
My luck today will be the first day R1 has logged into the site in over a year.lol

You are probably right about the rotors. They may only be offereing rears. I'm about to just say ef it and go OEM. I will wait and see what 1qikctr finds out.

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