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CALL THE GUARD
Dec 20th
Car Builder Solutions is the go-to destination for many kitcar owners, builders and classic car enthusiasts, looking for that certain component or part.
Latest great new item from the Kent-based company are these superb black anodised switch toggle-guards that add that just-so effect to a dashboard and SWGUARDBK costs £6 each.
More from www.carbuildersolutions.com or 01580 891 309 ENDS.
STOP THAT LEAK
Dec 20th
Coolant Seal is a product developed by Power Maxed, the vehicle care brand, as part of their maintenance range.
The product is designed to be poured into the cooling system as a quick, pour-and-go solution to coolant leaks. Containing carbon-fibre for a flexible, hard-wearing seal, Coolant Seal provides a permanent repair and protection against future leaks in the cooling system of any vehicle.
By using carbon-fibre instead of copper, Coolant Seal is resilient to normal engine operating temperatures, sealing the leak for life, and with a money-back guarantee for ultimate reassurance. Just one bottle treats up to a 4-litre engine.
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GOING FOR GOLD
Dec 20th
DEI, the leading specialist in heat protection, now offers the versatile Heat Screen GOLD™.
This metalised radiant matting that reduces the harmful and damaging effects of heat and can be installed almost anywhere within a vehicle.
Heat Screen GOLD™ is manufactured from a high-temperature rated metalised polyamide film bonded to a robust 20oz. heat-treated glassfibre base material. T
The result is a product capable of reflecting direct heat up to 800° F (426.7° C) and radiant heat of up to 1100° F (593.3° C). Heat Screen GOLD has been proven in heat flux tests to reduce heat by 36 per cent.
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THE HUB
Dec 20th
The B-G Steering Wheel Quick Release System allows the user to quickly and easily attach/detach the majority of aftermarket steering wheels from the hub, offering the ultimate anti-theft solution by allowing complete removal of the steering wheel when not in use.
Produced from high-quality aluminium for maximum durability, the item features a push-pin mechanism to prevent premature unlocking.
Utilising a multi-drilled PCD bolt pattern, this version of the B-G quick release system allows users to fit a modern steering wheel with a 6x70mm/6x74mm PCD such as MOMO, Nardi or Personal to vehicles with a classic 6x101mm/9×101.6mm PCD hubs such as Mountney or More >
LASER HAS THE SPARK
Dec 20th
As modern petrol engines get smaller in capacity, they also get physically smaller as well. These tight dimensions and clearances mean that the (smaller) spark plugs are deeply recessed and you will invariably find that your trusty spark plug socket will not fit into the recess.
Reach for this new thin-walled spark plug socket set from Laser Tools (part number 7295). This is a three-piece, 3/8in drive set of dedicated spark plug sockets that feature very thin walls to fit these narrow, modern spark plug recesses. Manufactured from chrome vanadium steel to keep them strong, they also feature a rubber insert More >
MINI INJECTION
Dec 20th
Amazingly, in this digital age, there are still some classic Mini- or Mini-based kitcar owners who are still using contact breaker ignition, possibly for reasons of originality. Now Mini Spares can offer a ‘Fixed Point’ electronic ignition conversion that it fits entirely inside the stock distributor cap!
All previous ignition kits utilised an external black box, not the sort of thing you want under the bonnet of your standard-looking engine compartment! No such problem with the new Pertronix Ignitor electronic ignition conversion kit and once you’ve installed the magnetic trigger and sensor, you will never have to change points again.
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TAPPED-UP
Dec 20th
New from Rally Design is this new tap and die set with a ratchet. It’s manufactured from 9-SiCR or GCR15 material, and the dies have hex O/D for positive grip.
The handle has the flexibility to offer direct ratchet drive or ability to accept the T-bar chuck. In action, it’s a top quality well-designed set that Rally Design reckon moves the important, yet humble, taps and ties to a new level of engineering.
The 41-piece set is available to suit metric or imperial and costs £83.97 inc VAT.
More from 01227 792 792 or via www.rallydesign.co.uk ENDS.
IS YOUR HEAD HEMISPHERICAL?!
Dec 20th
Are you thinking about rebuilding a Gen III Hemi – or maybe a new build? Does your engine need more airflow than your current air cleaner can provide? Or do you want to prevent the tyres on your off-road machine, trailer, or lawn mower from blowing out? Summit Racing can help.
Why spend a lot of time looking for a decent 5.7-litre Hemi block when you can get one of Summit’s machined and ready for your build? These stock, 2003-08 non-VVT blocks are inspected, oven-cleaned, and mag-tested for cracks.
Approved blocks get their main bearing journals align-honed, the cam journals line-bored, and the More >
XCS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
Dec 13th
XCS Designs has announced that the company is under new ownership following its successful sale to Harvey Rice and Peter Holm (owner of Batt Cables PLC).
Past customers of XCS (and indeed, DAX) will be pleased to learn that the company will be remaining in Essex and is now located at Sewards End, Saffron Waldon.
Previous owners, Gary Sanders and Peter Walker, are continuing to provide all the help needed during the transition period as the company takes benefit from its massive new investment and gears up to meet unfulfilled customer demand.
“We couldn’t be more delighted to see XCS given the level More >
AUTOGLYM ISN’T JUST FOR CHRISTMAS
Dec 13th
Everybody has at least one car enthusiast in their lives, and they’re often the hardest to buy for, right? Don’t worry though, buying for petrolheads doesn’t have to be a dilemma! Simply go for some top-end car care products and watch them beam with delight as they open your gift.
Top of the tree (and therefore the best under it) this Christmas is Autoglym’s new Ultra High Definition Shampoo for your car. Clearly taking a leaf out of the beauty company’s books, this wonderfully fragrant, velvety shampoo gives an incredibly rich and luxurious lather during the car-washing process, making the whole experience smell and More >
