News

LOTS GOING ON AT GREAT BRITISH SPORTS CARS
Feb 6th
Plenty of news from Great British Sports Cars this week. I’ll leave GBS co-diector, Ruth Hall give us the lowdown:
“On Saturday, we hosted our first Factory Tour of the year, and it was a massive success. We’re delighted to offer this exciting opportunity for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into everything that goes into creating the GBS Zero and the range of products we manufacture.
Lovely Zero – now sporting a new vented nosecone
“Whether you’re considering purchasing a GBS Zero, already own one, or simply have a passion for motorsport and engineering, this tour is for you. Led by Richard Hall co-director, More >

CALIPER QUICK CHANGE
Feb 6th
Rally Design is now stocking this useful Quick Disconnect Kit when a quick caliper change is required without the necessity to rebleed the brakes.
Available as a kit or separately male/female elements to pre prepare the replacement caliper.
AN-3 ends – 3/8in UNF compatible.
A quick quarter-turn disconnects the line with no tools needed. The internal high-tension spring-loaded seal provides a positive lock preventing air from entering or fluid from escaping. Once disconnected, they are as secure as any threaded brake line fitting.
Prices –
Kit £115.92 inc VAT 260-16771 Male £78.75 inc VAT 260-16769 Female £78.75 inc VAT 260-16770More from www.rallydesign.co.uk ENDS.
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NO MORE WOBBLY LIPS
Feb 6th
When fitting new brake pads but retaining the discs, corrosion and a pronounced lip on the disc edges can cause problems. Laser Tools’ innovative Small Brake Disc Lip Removal Tool (part number 8515) is the perfect solution, ensuring smooth operation and proper fitment of new pads.
This hand-operated tool quickly removes corrosion and trims back the lip on the disc face with precision. Hold it steady against the corrosion as the brake disc is turned; the super-hard, tungsten-steel cutter is the secret – effortlessly slicing through the lip and heavy corrosion with just a few turns of the disc. The result? More >

A GOOD STEER
Feb 6th
Nice press release this week from Specialist Spares this week talking about steering wheels.
Moto-Lita Mk3 – beautiful
“Your Steering Wheel is probably the most important component that connects you to your car and your car to the tarmac, so it’s important that what you feel in the palm of your hands gives you the full control, comfort and confidence that’s needed while driving your pride and joy.
“For those who understand what it means to hold something truly special, maybe a Moto-Lita MK3 wheel is for you. Because, let’s face it, most people wouldn’t understand the desire to run their fingers around a More >

HALOGEN IMPROVEMENTS
Feb 6th
Renowned auto accessory giant Ring Automotive, has continued to expand its range of bulbs for the aftermarket and has launched a new product line into its popular Xenon range: the Xenon220.
Ring has introduced its best performing halogen bulbs with the Xenon220, which is a like-like replacement of standard H4, H7 and H11 headlamp bulb types.
Ring’s Xenon220 is a range of performance halogen bulbs that provide up to 220% more light on the road ahead. These cutting-edge headlight bulbs have up to 20% whiter light compared to the minimum legal standard, providing more light and improved visibility, which can help drivers More >

BARDAHL LUBRICANTS NOW AVAILABLE IN THE UK
Jan 30th
American oil and lubricant company Bardahl is now officially available in the UK.
They have a large range of oils, greases and other fluids, which includes a 20w50 mineral oil, ideal for older engines (5-litres for £29.99) and also a range of racing-orientated lubricants which is going to interest plenty of kitcar owners.. as will the line up of fully synthetic oils.
The UK distributor Bardahl UK is based in Keighley, West Yorkshire although the products will be available nationwide.
More from www.bardahl.co.uk ENDS.

BROWN & GEESON’S AEROFLOW RANGE
Jan 30th
If you planning on working on putting together your own fuel and oil lines as a winter job in the garage Aeroflow has a range of adaptors including 1/8in BSPT male to 1/8in PT female, BSPP to AN straight male flare, NPT to AN straight male flare, straight ORB male to AN female and many others.
Prices start at just £5.99 from www.brownandgeeson.com or 01268 764 411 ENDS.

SLIM RATCHET AND THE SOCKETS? SOUNDS LIKE A BLUES BAND!
Jan 30th
This set of square-drive adaptors (part number 8944), is specifically engineered for use with 1/4in, 3/8in and 1/2in drive sockets in combination with 6-point (single hex) ratchet ring-spanners.
Using a slim ratchet ring-spanner to drive the socket gives a significantly shallower combination making these adaptors ideal for accessing hard-to-reach fasteners where a standard ratchet-handle driver would struggle. Additionally, the wobble function allows for increased flexibility and access.
The 1/2in drive adaptor is used with a 19mm ratchet ring spanner; the 3/8in drive adaptor with a 14mm ring spanner and the 1/4in adaptor with a 10mm spanner. For example, Laser part numbers 2684 More >

MULTI-ANGLED SANDING
Jan 30th
New from Power-TEC, the leader in professional bodyshop tools and equipment, is this multi-angle sanding block set (part number 92711), a versatile and professional-grade, 7-piece hand sanding block set designed for precise sanding and polishing on flat, curved, or contoured surfaces.
The included sanding blocks are ergonomically designed and in various shapes, angles and sizes. For use on both flat and contoured surfaces and used with hook-and-loop sanding sheets. The blocks are manufactured from durable high-density polyurethane foam, and gently curve and flex in use, ensuring optimal flexibility, comfort, ease of use and efficient sanding.
Three 135mm long blocks are included, plus More >

NEW TYRE JOLLOP
Jan 30th
EcoMotive’s renowned product, Tyre Fix, gives a protective coating of the inner liners of the tyre and is formulated to prevent flat tyres caused by punctures.
As the cold weather continues, drivers will want to ensure they take every precaution available to prevent their vehicle running into a problem. One product that can assist with this is EcoMotive’s Tyre Fix, a permanent gel-like tyre sealant that requires only a single application for the entire life of the tyre.
Further, it extends tyre life by lowering operating temperatures and helping tyres to maintain set-point pressures by eliminating air loss.
Tyre Fix prevents flat tyres More >