A GREAT CAUSE
Oct 21st
After a year off for obvious reasons, it’s nearly time for the eleventh annual running of the Heritage Parts Centre Santa Cruise, in aid of The Children’s Trust.
Scheduled for Sunday, December 12, this fantastic festive fundraiser is ideal for enthusiasts who like to have a bit of fun, and not take things too seriously.
In exchange for £20, you’ll be handed a pair of Santa suits, a sticker and a map. While the convoy won’t be able to drive to Tadworth this year as the children are staying in isolation, B Road Hunting Club, based just outside Lewes will act as More >
SURF’S UP – SCOOBYBITS RELAUNCH MURTAYA
Oct 14th
Great to hear that the Impreza-based Murtaya is about to make a return to the kitcar scene. After being away for several years it’s now under the control of Subaru expert and boss of Scoobybits, Jason MacDonald at his base in Cornwall.
The car was recently re-launched at the Watergate Sprint event in Newquay and Jason is very enthusiastic about the future. Scoobybits are already a one-stop destination for Impreza owners so it’s a logical step for the company to also encompass the Murtaya.
Jason told me: “Lots of people get very excited about building their own car but can get confused More >
EXCITING NEW MODEL ON THE WAY FROM BLACKWELL SPORTSCARS
Oct 14th
MR2-based SPR2 takes shape
Very privileged to get a sneak peek at the new SPR2 from Blackwell Sports Cars, which is rapidly reaching fruition.
The Essex-based manufacturer, run by the human dynamo that is Wayne Blackwell, are reporting decent interest in their existing SPR1 body conversion kit (based on Mazda MX-5) lately and have teamed up recently with a new GRP manufacturer and can now offer a slightly revised kit package to allow for the recent trend of fitting MX-6 V6 engines to the SPR1.
They can now offer a revised bonnet with twin air-scoops to allow the bigger engine to gulp in More >
NO SMOKE MOTOR FOR MOKE
Oct 14th
MOKE International has announced the introduction of the all-electric MOKE. Reservations can be made now with the first deliveries scheduled from Spring 2022.
From January 1, 2022, it will no longer be possible to order Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) MOKEs and customers wishing to acquire the last of these can do so through MOKE’s official UK distributor, the Hendy Group.
They reckon that nothing matches the thrill of traversing the world’s most beautiful beach resorts in an open-top MOKE. This experience is only made more fun through the instant and silent power delivery derived from an EV powertrain. Indeed, the new MOKE More >
SENSOR FOR FORD CVH
Oct 14th
Webcon has a market-leading range of engine specific crank sensor kits and the latest addition is a kit for the Ford CVH engine
With the increasing demand for EFI or mapped ignition installations on the CVH engine, part number 9990295600 offers a total crank sensor solution and includes all the parts required we well as full fitting instructions.
Part number 9990295600 is priced at £190.56 inc VAT. Available now via 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
SAMCO HOSES AT MERLIN MOTORSPORT
Oct 14th
If you are looking for Samco hoses, Merlin Motorsport is one of the UK’s largest stockists of Samco Silicone Hose with over £135,000 worth of Samco parts, kits and accessories on their shelves at any one time.
They also stock pre-cut lengths and cut-to-size/bent-to-spec aluminium hose joiners and bends, plus all sizes of hose clips.
More from www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk or 01249 782 101 ENDS.
IT’S AS EASY AS ABC
Oct 14th
This C-frame socket press from Laser Tools (part number 7987) is a heavy-duty, professional press with a multitude of uses, but its big advantage is that it allows the use of readily available impact sockets to be used as press adaptors and cups, thus making it suitable for removing or installing many different sizes of bushes, bearings and studs.
Six socket adaptors are included, two each of 1/2in drive, 3/8in drive and 1/4in drive, plus two anvil adaptors – use these in conjunction with a suitably sized impact socket from your toolbox for general bush and bearing extraction and insertion tasks.
The More >
BIG UPGRADE FOR JAGUAR V12
Oct 14th
NEW PRODUCT from Jenvey Dynamics due for launch at the NEC Classic Car Show in November on stand 1-142.
Jenvey Dynamics, the world’s leading developer and manufacturer of fuel injection throttle body and induction systems, has just announced a new heritage electronic fuel injection throttle body kit for the Jaguar V12 5-litre, 5.3-litre or 6-litre engines that promises to revolutionise the aftermarket classic and retro automotive markets.
These latest kits from Jenvey both use their new IDF downdraft manifold which have been designed, developed and manufactured at their single UK site You can then choose between the heritage or standard kit.
The heritage package More >
OHH YOU ARE A HOT LITTLE DEVIL!
Oct 14th
The Devil 2850 2.8kW electric fan heater is ideal for heating your workshop or garage. The heater is constructed with a sturdy steel frame with a tough powdercoated finish.
Weighing in at just over 2.5kg with a convenient carry handle this heater is lightweight and portable enough to be easily transported.
The DEVIL 2850 has three settings; Heater 1 (1.4kW), Heater 2 (2.8kW) and fan only setting for cooling during warmer weather. For added safety, the heater benefits from a tip-over cut-off switch which will trigger in the unlikely event of the heater being knocked either forwards or backwards.
The Clarke Devil 2850 More >
I’LL HAVE A DOZEN (THINK ABOUT IT!)
Oct 14th
For more than 120 years, British company Castrol has been at the forefront of oil technology.
Company founder Charles Wakefield launched his first vehicle engine oil in 1906, a pioneering blend of mineral and castor oils that offered unrivalled lubrication properties. Since then, and through many further innovations, Castrol oils has lubricated the beating heart of everything from speed records to Mars missions.
Interestingly, Castrol was the first company of its kind to promote its products through sponsorship, which swiftly led to advertising and merchandising. By 1946, when the iconic Castrol Classic branding was launched, Castrol offered a wide range of workshop More >
