What is the benefit of drilled brake rotors?

Drilled rotors have holes that help to vent hot gases and heat away from the brake pad surface. This can lead to improved and more consistent braking performance, especially during repeated stops or heavier braking situations.

What does the black E-coating do?

The black E-coating is a protective finish applied to the rotor surface. It helps prevent rust and corrosion during shipping and storage, and also provides a clean, finished appearance.

Is this rotor a solid or vented design?

This is a solid rotor, meaning it is a single piece of cast iron. This is a common design for front brake rotors on many vehicles from the 1968-1973 era.

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Brand: R1 Concepts
Part #: 623-54008R

R1 68-73 Mercury Comet Front Right Drilled Black Brake Rotor

Name: R1 68-73 Mercury Comet Front Right Drilled Black Brake Rotor
Brand: R1 Concepts
SKU: r1-concepts-r1-68-73-mercury-comet-front-right-drilled-black-brake-rotor-t14-957937
Price: 125.61 USD
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R1 Concepts front right drilled brake rotor for 1968-1973 Mercury Comet. Improves heat dissipation.

Key Features

Fits 1968-1973 Mercury Comet front right.
Drilled rotor surface helps dissipate heat and gases.
Black E-coating provides corrosion resistance.
Direct replacement for the original equipment rotor.

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Product Details

This is the front right drilled brake rotor from R1 Concepts, made specifically for the 1968 through 1973 Mercury Comet. This rotor is designed to replace your original equipment rotor, helping to restore your braking performance. The drilled holes in the rotor surface help to vent gases and heat away from the pad surface, which can lead to more consistent braking, especially under heavier use.

R1 Concepts uses a black E-coating on this rotor, which helps to protect it from rust and corrosion during shipping and storage, and also gives it a clean look. The rotor itself is a solid piece, meaning it's not a vented two-piece design, which is typical for many front applications on vehicles from this era. This rotor is a direct replacement for your original, so installation should be straightforward, assuming your caliper and mounting hardware are in good condition.