Raybestos

2014 Raybestos Rattlesnake Toyota Tundra Sneak Peek

Admin — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 21:37:33 +0000

This year, Raybestos is giving away a super charged 2014 Toyota Tundra Custom build. Don’t miss this exclusive first look at ‘The Rattlesnake,’ and make sure to check in often here at RaybestosGarage.com for updates on the build and for your chance to enter to win our first-ever custom truck build!

For more information on the Raybestos Sprint Cup braking system, or for questions on any Raybestos brand brakes, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

Brake Parts Inc (BPI) is one of the leading global manufacturers of braking systems in the transportation industry. The BPI brake product line includes everything from brake pads and rotors, to drums, shoes, calipers and hydraulic parts for the light and medium duty market. Raybestos^® brakes are used by top racing teams in NASCAR^® competition such as Joe Gibbs Racing, Roush Fenway Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports. For more information about Raybestos brakes, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com.

Raybestos® Brakes Help Kenseth Earn First Victory at Darlington

Admin — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:26:18 +0000

JGR and Raybestos Brakes Claim First, Second and Sixth Place Finishes

The JGR team capped off an auspicious week with an amazing win at Saturday’s Bojangles’ Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. Kyle Busch took sixth, Denny Hamlin took second and Matt Kenseth drove his No. 20 Dollar General Toyota to victory lane… all three cars relying on the stopping power of Raybestos brakes.

Kenseth, earned his first victory at Darlington, his third of the season and the 27th of his career. Substitute crew chief Wally Brown said, “The strength of Matt’s car was unbeatable in the closing laps. This was a team effort… a talented driver, dedicated team a powerful car and an equally powerful brake package all added up to a well-earned win.”

Kenseth took the lead from JGR teammate Kyle Busch on Lap 355 of 367 and pulled away to win by 3.155 seconds over Hamlin, as Busch moved into sixth. This was Hamlin’s first full race back from a compression fracture, sustained during a last-lap crash at Fontana, Calif., in late March. Given the strain of this demanding track, his effort was an inspiration to his entire team.

The Raybestos Racing brake package, used by NASCAR^® teams like Joe Gibbs Racing, combines ample stopping power with a considerable weight savings advantage on tracks like the Darlington 1.37-mile Super Speedway.

Raybestos racing brake pads are the ultimate high-friction, high-torque racing pads. The famous Raybestos “ST” series racing compounds provide superior stopping power for championship-caliber race teams.

Raybestos Racing calipers make up the strongest and lightest caliper package currently available in all of NASCAR. They have an optimized structure caliper architecture design and a mono-block aluminum alloy construction. They also include integral crossover cooling and progressively sized titanium pistons.

Raybestos Racing two-piece rotors are engineered to withstand the high-heat torture of short tracks and road courses; delivering the effective lightweight operation required for qualifying and superspeedway runs. Winning features include an S-groove slot design, a racing-specific vane configuration and optimized metallurgy.

For reliable performance, all Joe Gibbs Sprint Cup racecars are also equipped with Raybestos Racing ball joints and tie rods. The premium-quality chassis parts help fine-tune each car’s suspension setup for optimal grip and handling.

The lessons learned on tracks like Darlington are continually translated into product improvements across the entire Raybestos product line, which includes racing, street performance, police patrol/pursuit vehicles and heavy-duty trucks.

For more information on the Raybestos Sprint Cup braking system, or for questions on any Raybestos brand brakes, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

New Raybestos® Brand Rotor and Brake Pad Applications Added for Popular Late Model Vehicles

Admin — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:45:02 +0000

2014 Applications Now Available in Raybestos Brand Brake Catalog

Continuing to dominate the Aftermarket in first-to-market coverage… Raybestos^® brand brake parts – a member of Brake Parts Inc – has begun adding listings for the 2014 model year. Brake pads for the following models have been added to the Raybestos brand brake catalog:

• 2014 Honda Accord

• 2014 Ford Mustang

• 2014 Mazda CX5

• 2014 Lexus IS250/350

In addition, the following late model import rotor and brake pad part numbers have been added to the Raybestos brand brake catalog:

2011-13 Mercedes C350, 2011-12 Mercedes E350 and 2011-12 Mercedes E350 4Matic

• P/N 980799, Front Rotor

2012-13 Mercedes S400

• P/N 980885, Front Rotor

2011-12 Mercedes SL550

• P/N 980963, Front Rotor

2012-13 Mercedes S400, 2011 Mercedes S550, 2011 Mercedes S550 4Matic and 2011 Mercedes SL550

• P/N 980934, Rear Rotor

2011-12 Porsche 911

• P/N 980825, Front Rotor

• P/N 980826, Front Rotor

2013 Volvo S60

• P/N PGD1305M, Front Brake Pads

• P/N PGD1307M, Rear Brake Pads

2013 Volvo S80

• P/N PGD1306M, Front Brake Pads

• P/N PGD1307M, Rear Brake Pads

Raybestos Professional Grade rotors include many problem solver applications and provide the highest level of dependability, safety and performance. The OE-based designs provide the most complete application-specific line on the market.

Raybestos Professional Grade^® OE-Matched brake pads are engineered to restore factory performance and use semi-metallic applications that match or improve upon OE. The premium attached shims and application specific slots and chamfers ensure a smooth, quiet ride.

For more information on Raybestos brand brake parts, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

Raybestos Brakes Help Kyle Busch Earn First Victory in Texas

Admin — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:53:38 +0000

Kyle Busch drove to his 26^th Sprint Cup victory at Saturday’s NRA 500 at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. Under the stopping power of Raybestos brakes, Busch drove his No. 18 Interstate Batteries Toyota to victory lane; beating out Martin Truex Jr. by just .508 seconds.

Raybestos brakes have won four of seven Sprint Cup races in 2013 (Phoenix – Edwards, Las Vegas – Kenseth, California and Texas – Busch).

“Kyle was so fast all day, and he really drove his butt off at the end,” said Dave Rogers, Crew Chief of Busch’s No. 18 Interstate Batteries Toyota. “Kyle was running up front all day long, and when he grabbed the top spot after the final restart, we knew he was going to bring it home.” Busch led for a race-high 171 laps.

Also running the Raybestos brakes intermediate racing package were Roush Fenway drivers Carl Edwards and Greg Biffle. They secured third and fourth-place finishes, respectively, in Saturday’s race at Texas Motor Speedway. “We had great pits stops all night,” said Edwards. “This was just a great event. I wish we were over there celebrating in victory lane, but we’ll get there.”

The Raybestos racing brake package, used by NASCAR^® teams like Joe Gibbs Racing and Roush Fenway, combines ample stopping power with a considerable weight savings advantage on tracks like the Fort Worth 1.5-mile Superspeedway.

Raybestos racing calipers make up the strongest and lightest caliper package currently available in all of NASCAR. They have an optimized structure caliper architecture design and a mono-block aluminum alloy construction. They also include integral crossover cooling and progressively sized titanium pistons.

Raybestos racing two-piece rotors are engineered to withstand the high-heat torture of short tracks and road courses; delivering the effective lightweight operation required for qualifying and superspeedway runs. Winning features include an S-groove slot design, a racing-specific vane configuration and optimized metallurgy.

For reliable performance, all Joe Gibbs Sprint Cup racecars are also equipped with Raybestos racing ball joints and tie rods. The premium-quality chassis parts help fine-tune each car’s suspension setup for optimal grip and handling.

The lessons learned on tracks like Texas Motor Speedway are continually translated into product improvements across the entire Raybestos product line, which includes racing, street performance, police patrol/pursuit vehicles and heavy-duty trucks.

For more information on the Raybestos Sprint Cup braking system, or for questions on any Raybestos brand brakes, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

Raybestos® ACE™ Training Integrates E-Learning

Admin — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:36:11 +0000

Training Module Expands Professional Skills by Enhancing Customer Relations

Technicians can further enhance their installation and service skills with e-learning training modules from Raybestos^® chassis parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands. The training module is available at www.RaybestosChassis.com and can be studied free of charge.

The Raybestos^® Advanced Certified Education^™ (ACE) program increases educational opportunities for technicians and service writers who sell Raybestos chassis product. The e-training module offered by Affinia Tech Training presents the ideal customer service engagement when assessing chassis repairs and addressing customer concerns.

The e-training modules offer technicians time-saving and money-saving benefits:

• Identify and resolve undercar problems more effectively
• Make it easier to present and sell appropriate parts and service
• Learn key advantages of Professional Grade^® products
• Reduce comebacks for work that doesn’t meet customer expectations
• Increase loyalty with existing customers and grow business with new customers

The training module takes approximately 25 minutes to complete and is followed by a brief quiz to ensure the technician has mastered the concepts taught during the training. The module begins by addressing appropriate customer interaction at the beginning of the repair cycle. They move through each step of the entire repair phase, which includes discovery, verification, inspection, recommendation, repair… and finally the test drive and delivery of the completed work. As an added benefit, technicians can return and review the training materials at any time.

At any time during the training module, technicians can click on the ACE tips for additional information and valuable advice to make the brake work more effective and complete. Chassis system overview buttons allow techs to review the functionality of the items that make up a chassis system.

For more information on the Raybestos ACE Training Program, the e-learning training modules or becoming a Raybestos Rewards member, visit www.RaybestosChassis.com or call 800-323-3022.

Raybestos^® chassis parts are produced by affiliated companies in Affinia’s Global Chassis Group, the leading manufacturer of chassis parts for the transportation industry. Including everything from ball joints and tie rods, to idler arms and sway bar links, Raybestos chassis parts are the choice of Joe Gibbs Racing and used in competition on every JGR racecar. For more information on Raybestos chassis, visit RaybestosChassis.com.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.

When Raybestos® Chassis Parts Team with Joe Gibbs Racing for Latest Sweepstakes… Technicians and Counterpeople Really Win!

Admin — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:19:30 +0000

Spring Promotion Includes Cash, Prizes and Tech Tips from Todd Foster

Raybestos brand chassis parts – a member of the Affinia family of brands – help Joe Gibbs Racing earn big wins at the track. Starting April 1, 2013… they can help technicians earn big bucks at their shops.

The Raybestos^® Chassis Winners’ Circle Sweepstakes rewards technicians for installing premium Raybestos^® Professional Grade^® chassis products. In addition to earning custom t-shirts, JGR caps and jackets, participating technicians will also be entered for a chance to win a Dewalt drill or a Dewalt reversible impact wrench (winner’s choice); a flat screen 32” TV; or a check for $1,000. There is one set of prizes for each sales region… so there are numerous opportunities to earn and win!

Counterpeople also have the chance to earn. When they sell 25 premium Raybestos chassis parts, they will be rewarded with a custom Raybestos Chassis custom t-shirt and a check for $25.

The Raybestos^® Chassis Winners’ Circle Sweepstakes POS kit is FREE for those who would like to participate. Each kit also includes valuable technical and sales tips from JGR chassis specialist Todd Foster! For additional information about the sweepstakes, contact your local Raybestos chassis sales rep, servicing store or WD.

For additional information on becoming a Raybestos Rewards member or Raybestos brand chassis parts, visit www.RaybestosChassis.com or call 800-323-3022.

Raybestos^® brand brake parts are produced by affiliated companies in Affinia’s Global Brake & Chassis Group, the leading manufacturer of braking systems in the transportation industry. The Raybestos brakes product line includes everything from brake drums to rotors, pads, shoes, calipers and hydraulic parts. Raybestos brand racing brakes are used by premier teams such as Joe Gibbs Racing, Roush Fenway Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports in NASCAR^® competition. For more information about Raybestos brakes, visit Raybestos.com.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $2.0 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.

New Raybestos® Brand Brake Pad Applications Added for Late Model Imports

Admin — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:12:55 +0000

Additional Coverage for Honda and Subaru

Continuing to dominate the Aftermarket in first-to-market coverage… Raybestos^® brand brake parts – a member of Brake Parts Inc – has added listings for 58 makes and 341 models that cover the 2013 model year.

The following late model import part numbers have been added to the Raybestos brand brake catalog:

2013 Honda Fit

• P/N PGD948C, Front Brake Pads
• P/N 913PG, Rear Brake Shoe

2013 Subaru Outback

• P/N PGD1078C, Front Brake Pads
• P/N PGD1124C, Rear Brake Pads

Raybestos Professional Grade^® Ceramic brake pads use ceramic friction material that matches or improves on the OE ceramic formulation to provide maximum stopping power and safety. These pads achieve strong and silent braking with low dusting, improved pedal feel and enhanced responsiveness.

Raybestos Professional Grade shoes have the highest sheer strength for the best possible bond integrity… and they are contour or cam ground to ensure the best contact between the shoe and drum. Application specific materials provide exceptional performance and stable, balanced braking, and all required levers and hardware are included for an easy and complete installation.

For more information on Raybestos brand brake parts, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $2.0 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.

Raybestos Brakes Helps Technicians “Go Green” with $50 Cash Rebate

Admin — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:09:57 +0000

Technicians Earn Chance to Win Trip to Weekend Race in Charlotte

To help shop owners draw more brake jobs this spring, consumers will be enticed with some extra green… up to $50 with the purchase of qualifying Raybestos brake pads and rotors.

The deal gets even sweeter for participating technicians. They can also earn some extra green… up to $25 in a cash bonus, plus the chance to win one of two trips to therace in Charlotte on October 12, 2013… and VIP access to the Joe Gibbs Racing Fan Fest that weekend!

The “Go Green” promotion for Raybestos brakes runs April 1, 2013 through

May 31, 2013. Customers can earn up to $50 by mail-in rebate with the purchase of Advanced Technology and Professional Grade brake pads and rotors.

Technicians earn cash rewards for installing qualifying Raybestos Advanced Technology and Professional Grade friction, rotors, calipers, master cylinders, wheel cylinders and wheel hubs. The “Go Green” program kit (FREE to Raybestos Rewards^TM members) includes two tally cards; each worth a potential $25!

The “Go Green” promotion grand-prize winners will receive:

• VIP access to JGR’s Fan Fest

• A private Meet & Greet with the JGR Cup drivers and/or Joe Gibbs

• Behind the scenes tour of Joe Gibbs Racing

• Hot Passes for garage/pit access on race day

• Designated at-track representative will take the winners through the pit/garage area and let them tour the hauler

The “Go Green” promotional point of sale kit is available through your local Raybestosbrakes sales rep or WD. For additional information about the “Go Green” promotion, becoming a Raybestos Rewards member or Raybestos brand brake parts, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

For more information on Raybestos brand brake or chassis parts, visit www.Raybestos.com or call 800-323-0354.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $2.0 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.

Raybestos® Brakes Help Kenseth Earn Third Vegas Victory

Admin — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:26:12 +0000

First Victory with Joe Gibbs Racing… One of Many Using Raybestos Brakes

Matt Kenseth held off Kasey Kahne during their final duel to earn a hard fought best birthday gift. Under the stopping power of Raybestos brakes, Kenseth drove his No. 20 Dollar General Toyota to victory lane at Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 400 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This victory marked Toyota’s 50th NASCAR Sprint Cup Series win and JGR’s 101st.

Kenseth started in the 18th position but made his way into the top ten, driving his way to eighth by lap 20. Kenseth battled loose conditions but managed to remain inside the top ten through much of the race’s first half… working his way into sixth on lap 140. He restarted fourth with just over 100 laps remaining and then settled into the fifth position on the next green flag run.

A caution on lap 195 brought Kenseth down pit road, and crew chief Jason Ratcliff would call for a two-tire change. He lined up fifth for the restart on lap 200 and he soon climbed into third. With just over 40 laps remaining, he made the call for fuel only during the caution… allowing him to restart first on lap 230. He took the lead on the restart and held off a hard charging Kahne during the final 20 laps to get the win.

Teammate Kyle Busch (who also ran the Raybestos brake package) had one of the fastest cars on the track. He lead several times and earned a fourth-place finish.

“The Raybestos brakes performed well for both Matt and Kyle all race long,” said Jason Ratcliff, Crew Chief of Kenseth’s No. 20 Dollar General Toyota. “The Raybestos package has been a winner for us over the past few seasons, and the JGR team is looking forward to another victory next week at Bristol.”

The Raybestos Racing brake package, used by NASCAR^® teams like Joe Gibbs Racing, combines ample stopping power with a considerable weight savings advantage on tracks like the Las Vegas 1.5-mile Super Speedway.

The lessons learned on tracks like Las Vegas are continually translated into product improvements across the entire Raybestos product line, which includes racing, street performance, police patrol/pursuit vehicles and heavy-duty trucks.

For more information on the Raybestos Sprint Cup braking system, or for questions on any Raybestos brand brakes, visit www.RaybestosBrakes.com or call 800-323-0354.

Brake Parts Inc (BPI) is one of the leading global manufacturers of braking systems in the transportation industry. The BPI brake product line includes everything from brake pads and rotors, to drums, shoes, calipers and hydraulic parts for the light and medium duty market. Raybestos^® brakes are used by top racing teams in NASCAR^® competition such as Roush Fenway Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports. For more information about Raybestos brakes, visit Raybestos.com.

For more information on Raybestos brand brake or chassis parts, visit www.Raybestos.com or call 800-323-0354.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $2.0 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.

Brake Parts Inc Takes Leadership Role as It Complies with New Washington and California Brake Pad Requirements

Admin — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 22:14:42 +0000

Friction Manufacturer Explains Its Phased Approach to Reducing Copper and Other Chemical Constituents in Its Formulations

To comply with new laws in Washington and California, the Brake Manufacturers Council (BMC) developed an industry-wide, self-certification program. The Brake Friction Materials Self Certification Compliance Program confirms that friction material suppliers comply with the applicable legislation, regulations and requirements in those states in a phased approach.

Terry Heffelfinger, Vice President, Product Development, R&D, and Quality, Brake Parts Inc, said, “As part of the BMC, the Brake Pad Partnership and the Better Brakes Working Group… Brake Parts Inc LLC has been actively engaged for more than 10 years to implement the Better Brake Rule.

The Washington Better Brakes Law requires a phase-out of copper and other chemical constituents from brake friction materials sold or offered for sale in that state. For nearly two years, the Dept. of Ecology has been engaged in a consensus-based process to develop rules to implement the Better Brakes Law.

BPI worked in collaboration with stakeholders that represented interests in Washington State and around the globe. They included the Washington Dept. of Ecology, brake and motor vehicle manufacturers, water quality interests, wholesalers, distributors, retailers and installers of brakes. BPI is pleased to announce the adoption of the Better Brakes Rule.

As a part of the BMC, Brake Parts Inc has taken its first step and is fully compliant with Phase 1 of the certification program. As required by law, BPI provided baseline data to NSF International (an independent third party industry-sponsored registrar) before the deadline of January 1, 2013. Then, NSF Int’l provided the data to the WA Dept. of Ecology, in compliance with the Washington Better Brake Rule.

Phase 2 of the new law limits heavy metals such as Cadmium, Chromium, Mercury, Lead and Asbestiform fibers when tested to SAE J2975 by an independent third party lab. This happens in 2014 for California, and in 2015 for Washington. The new laws further limit copper to less than 5% by weight in Phase 3 on or after January 1, 2021. On January 1, 2025, California will limit copper to 0.5% by weight in Phase 4. That same requirement becomes effective in Washington on January 1, 2032 unless an advisory committee determines that alternatives brake friction materials are available.

Heffelfinger said, “All BPI brake friction materials will be tested and certified compliant by NSF International, which serves as the industry-sponsored registrar for the BMC.” By doing so, BPI will meet the second phase of the legislation, which takes effect January 1, 2014.

Each brake friction formulation or material that is tested and found compliant will be given an edge code per SAE J866. In addition to the edge code marking, product packaging will be labeled with a “LeafMark” to show its level of environmental regulatory compliance.

Heffelfinger said, “Many people don’t realize that these laws eventually target professional technicians.” He said they could be fined $10,000 per violation if a non-compliant brake pad is installed. “For more than a century, the Raybestos brand has stood for safety.” He said the quest for safety now translates into protecting the environment… and protecting the reputations of the installers who sell Raybestos brakes in good faith.

According to the state of Washington, the copper released from brake pads can affect sensitive species of algae (phytoplankton) that form the base of the aquatic food chain. Copper also directly damages the sensory capabilities of salmon, making it difficult for them to avoid predators or find their way back to their spawning grounds.

Friction manufacturers use copper in their formulations for faster curing and better heat dissipation. But as the industry learns more about copper’s effect on the environment, BPI is exploring alternatives to copper. Those safer alternatives include fiberglass, Aramid and Kevlar fibers. As BPI fine-tunes its formulas to meet new environmental challenges, Heffelfinger said his company remains committed to meeting customer expectations for performance, wear and smooth, quiet braking.

Heffelfinger said, “Brake Parts Inc LLC is actively engaged at our R&D Center in Winchester, Kentucky developing the next generation of low copper or no copper friction materials to meet the Legislation in Washington and California. We already have a no copper formula in production and our semi-metallic brake pads already meet the requirements for 2025.”

Copper can also be released from other non-brake-pad sources, which include: architectural copper, pesticides, agricultural land applications, pool, spa, and fountain algaecide treatments, pressure-treated wood preservatives, marine antifouling paint, fertilizers, industrial facilities and domestic water discharged to storm drains.

California and Washington are the first states to pass specific laws regulating copper and other substances in brake pads. However, Hawaii, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and other countries are considering similar laws.

For more information on Raybestos brand brake or chassis parts, visit www.Raybestos.com or call 800-323-0354.

Affinia Group Inc. is an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, including extensive offerings of aftermarket parts for automotive and heavy-duty vehicles. With approximately $2.0 billion in annual revenue, Affinia has operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.affiniagroup.com.