Every workshop needs a good, strong, long power bar (breaker bar) that you can depend on to effortlessly loosen stubborn or corroded fixings. Here’s just the thing from Laser Tools – a new 1/2in drive power bar set, featuring a 600mm non-ratcheting power bar with a flexible head (part number 8827).

The set also includes three single-hex sockets (17mm, 19mm, and 21mm) and a 125mm long socket-extension bar, all precision-made from strong, shock-resistant chrome-vanadium steel with a polished chrome-plated finish. The replaceable power bar head boasts an anti-corrosion black phosphate finish.

This is a strong power bar – it exceeds DIN 3122, More >

I really like this one. Slot car maestros, Pendle Slot Racing is now supplying a kit of the Ford Supervan 1 in 1/32 scale. An iconic addition to your Scalextric – other brands are available!) layout.

You can select from two kit options – the Body package (this features the un-painted resin bodyshell, interior detailing, a little un-painted driver figure, windows, headlights and all-essential decals.

Alternatively, you can choose the Body & Chassis kit, which adds all the other parts required to build a complete slot car. The kits are priced at £65 or £105, respectively.

More information from www.pendleslotracing.co.uk ENDS.

If you are building a kitcar or conversion that is using the Mazda MX-5 (NC) Mk3 or Mazda RX-8 five- or six-speed gearbox in the project, then this universal gearbox cross-member from Butcher Race Engineering will be of real interest.

It is height-adjustable and intended to span the width of the transmission tunnel. You can mount it by drilling holes through the end bolting or you can weld some brackets to your tunnel and use them to pick up on the cross-member’s bolt holes.

Available now at £130 from www.butcherraceengineering.co.uk or by calling 07960 026 726 ENDS.

If you like cool sunglasses, maybe these Kennedy City glasses from Shwood, Iron and Resin may be of interest.

Originally designed for motorcycle use they’ve evolved over time for car use. Why wouldn’t they? They can also be used with prescription lenses and are nicely close-fitting (originally for under-crash helmet use, of course).

Even if you don’t need prescription eyewear, the price includes a pair of clip-on sunglasses featuring beautifully made frames made from bronzed steel.

Prices start at £210 with more information from https://ironandresin.com ENDS.

Summit Racing™ 2-Part Adhesives are perfect for auto body repair and other projects. They are easy to use and fast curing at room temperature. Two dispenser nozzles are included so you can lay down perfect beads in your desired width.

A Summit Racing™ 2-Part Adhesive Dispenser is required to mix the adhesives in the proper ratios to ensure secure bonding. Available in 50ml or 200ml sizes, the dispensers work with both 1:1 and 2:1 cartridges. Extra dispenser nozzle packs can be purchased separately.

The product adheres a wide variety of metals and plastics together. Excellent adhesion and impact strength.

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