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EXCITING KITCAR MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITY
Aug 13th
As the UK emerges tentatively from the Covid-19 pandemic, many have been reconsidering their lifestyle choices, perhaps with a move from the city to the countryside or reassessing their work/life balance.
Artisan British kitcar manufacturer, Marlin Sportscars, is hoping to tap into the ‘new normal’ following the retirement of the company’s MD Terry Matthews, two exciting business opportunities are coming to the market.
Having briefly tested the water in 2019, a restructuring of the Marlin Sportscars portfolio now makes it far easier and affordable for any would-be kitcar manufacturer to enter this exciting scene (or an existing manufacturer to add to their More >
WEBCON ADDS SPARK TO YOUR JAG V12
Aug 13th
New to the Webcon range of ignition components is this ignition coil specifically for Jaguar V12 engines in the Jaguar XJ12 manufactured between 1968 and 1996, and the XJS V12 manufactured between 1988 and 1993. Quite a few of those engines have found their way into appropriately powered replicas over the years.
The coil has been produced to original equipment standards by Magneti Marelli and is available as Webcon part number WIC144.
The Webcon Coil WIC144 is available from stock and is very competitively priced at just £30 inc VAT.
More information from www.webcone.co.uk or via 01932 787 100 ENDS.
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I DO LIKE A NICE BADGE
Aug 13th
Loving these top-quality enamel badges available now from Car Builder Solutions. A total of nineteen different designs are available.
I note a couple of them were as used by MG Rover on their ‘Z’ models and MG TF back in the day and as such have been out of production since 2005 when the manufacturer folded, but I always thought they added a smart touch to a specialist car.
Likewise, others I the range which includes a tasteful ‘St George’ Crusader cross, a Scottish Ecosse design and a nice outline of circuits such as Brands Hatch, Silverstone, Hockenheim and the Nürburgring.
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DRY SUMP FOR YOUR PINTO
Aug 13th
A dry-sump system offers many advantages over a standard factory ‘wet’ sump.
Engine reliability is improved thanks to a more consistent oil pressure especially when cornering, there is an increased oil capacity due to a large external reservoir and the engine can be mounted lower in the vehicle as there is no large oil pan which helps lower the centre of gravity thereby improving handling and aerodynamics.
Fitting a dry-sump system to the Pinto engine has never been easier thanks to this conversion kit from Burton Power. Most of the conversion is a simple bolt-on affair with only the front of the More >
IT’S IN THE BOOK. IT MUST BE
Aug 13th
Laser Tools has announced their brand new 2020 tool catalogue.
This dynamic new resource is bursting at the seams with hundreds of new items listed out of a truly impressive range of products.
The new catalogue has straightforward, easy-to-use sections, comprising Hybrid/EV, Specialist Automotive and LGV, HGV, Motorcycle, General Hand Tools, Workshop and lots of lovely Laser Tools Racing merchandise. The comprehensive index section makes it easy to find the tool of choice, and each item is listed with images and full details, including vehicle applications if applicable.
The print version is available from your local Laser Tools stockist (find your nearest stockist at http://www.lasertools.co.uk/) or More >
SMELLS NICE BUT DON’T DRINK IT – PLEASE DON’T DRINK IT!
Aug 13th
I am partial to a banana milkshake! Therefore, even though it’s not yellow, I really like Core, the interior detailer from Aenso. However, don’t drink it for goodness sake.
It does clean and protect all interior trim and plastic though, something that a banana milkshake can’t do. Plus it leaves an anti-static effect on all surfaces.
I also noticed that on the cars I tried it on the colour of the plastics were somehow enhanced, which I like greatly.
A smear-free, satin-finish. What’s not to like? I’m sure that although it costs £12.85 for a 500ml bottle the banana milkshake that I had More >
KEEP COOL DON’T BLOW A GASKET
Aug 13th
It is generally believed that the best head gaskets are made of copper, but there is more than one copper head gasket on the market.
The original Payen-stamped gasket TAM2121 is now obsolete, so it’s a good job that the latest Mini Spares gasket is UK-made to the original drawing specifications with latter-day improvements.
The Mini Spares gasket features perfect combustion and oil fire rings and a 3.35cc compressed volume. It will fit850/997/998/1100cc engines and, best of all, it’s cheaper than the original.
Order as part number GUG702506HG at £10.80 inc VAT.
For more details contact 01707 607 700 or visit www.minispares.com ENDS.
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NO! IT’S NOT A FLYING HELMET!
Aug 13th
DEI has raised the bar by producing what they claim is the most technologically advanced turbo-shield ever!
The DEI GEN-3 TITANIUM Turbo Shield boasts a silicone-coated TITANIUM LR™ outer layer with multiple stainless steel and silica inner layers. This unique combination makes the GEN-3, very strong and resistant to extreme temperatures.
OUTER SHELL • Coated in silicone to insulate and hold up under extreme conditions. • Prevents fraying and encases seams make them over four times stronger
INSULATION LAYER Thick layer of silica insulation keeps heat in the turbo-shield and turbo housing. Silica has a low thermal conductivity making it one of the More >
A WET WAX THAT DOES WHAT IT SAYS
Aug 13th
There’s a growing number of ‘wet coat’ products appearing on the market although they are nothing really new. I guess people are beginning to realise just how effective they can be in your car care armoury.
In my view, I swear by them and once you use one I think you’ll agree. Trouble is there is some real bandwagon-jumping rubbish on the market although there are some great ones.
One that I have been using for ages comes from Gliptone, the American brand whose products are distributed in the UK by the guys at Liquid Leather in Chester. It’s called Wax-After-Wash and More >
RUNFLAT – LOVE OR HATE?
Aug 13th
Some people cannot abide a run-flat tyre while others swear by them. If you are one of the latter then this new tyre from Maxxis may be of interest.
The new Victra M36 Plus Runflat from Maxxis is claimed to offer a comfortable quality of ride (not all runflats can claim that, let’s be honest!) as well as longevity, again not something that all can promise.
The tyre features reinforced sidewalls, which help support the weight of the vehicle in the event of a blow-out. Available now in 16in, 17in and 18in sizes from £75 each.
More information from www.maxxis.co.uk ENDS.
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