A BRILLIANT SHINE FOR DETAILERS!
Jun 17th
I really rate the German brand, Sonax’s Xtreme range of car care products. These are aimed more at hardcore detailers. There are some amazing car care companies in Germany such as Menzerna, Scholl Concepts and of course, Sonax.
A product that I often reach for when one of my cars is in need of a pep up and I need to give it some gloss is Sonax Xtreme Brilliant Shine Detailer or ‘BSD’ to its friends! If you ‘stack’ the product i.e. put more than one layer on, you will be completely amazed at the result.
The pale blue liquid is thicker More >
EMMA PEEL? NO, IT’S A PEEL FASTBACK
Jun 11th
I’m a big fan of the work of Steve Hall and his small yet bijou team at Hall’s Garage in Bourne, Lincolnshire. Within their stable sits the Tifosi brand of Austin-Healey Sprite based kits that currently features the Rana, Tifosi SS and Jacobs J.E.M.
A new addition is the range is a Sebring Sprite Fastback or rather a replica of the aluminium-bodied version produced by Robert Peel Sheet Metal Works in Kingston-upon-Thames in the sixties. Why Robert Peel? Well, the company’s founders, Fred Faulkner and Alec Goldie were located by a pub called yep, you’ve guessed it, The Robert Peel!
Anyway, A More >
THIS ONE CAPS IT
Jun 11th
Webcon UK has announced the introduction of distributor caps and rotors for the Sierra Cosworth 2WD and 4WD. A good few kitcars use those engines!
The new parts are superbly manufactured to Webcon’s exacting quality standards and will allow the owners of these high-powered classics to maintain their ignition systems and ensure the very highest levels of performance.
The product wears an RRP of £29.56 inc VAT.
For further details call 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
THE DARK SIDE
Jun 11th
I was out for a walk the other day and got talking to a bloke doing a nice job on cleaning his car (from a safe distance of course!). I always like to see what products other people use on their vehicles.
As it happens he was using some decent products and I was quietly impressed until I saw what he was applying to the faded black bumpers on his car. It smelt like old engine oil and when I challenged him he confirmed that is exactly what it was. He swore by it and reckons it brings the old plastic More >
BORG-WARNER T5 REBUILD KIT FROM BURTON POWER
Jun 11th
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Burton Power has announced the release of a fully comprehensive rebuild kit for the Borg-Warner T5 World Class gearbox.
The kit includes all parts typically required for a rebuild (however gearboxes that have suffered major component failures may require additional parts).
All components in the kit are genuine parts from Tremec, the original manufacturer of this gearbox and all bearings included are genuine Timken.
Order as part number GBT5200 at £550 inc VAT.
(note that the rear oil seal supplied in this kit is for US applications such as the Mustang and is larger than the type fitted to the Cosworth. The More >
HOT AIR
Jun 11th
These new air compressors from Machine Mart are ideal for DIY and the semi-professional garage or home workshop and can be used for any job involving spraying, nailing, stapling, inflating and more.
These compressors feature an impressive air displacement of up to 14.5cfm, a maximum working pressure of 8-Bar and a choice of tanks from 50- to 100-litres.
All models in the range feature fully automatic stop/start controls, twin air outlets for increased versatility and are fitted with a safety valve and pressure regulator with gauge for controlled air pressure.
Airmaster Tiger 16/550 – £239.98 inc VAT.
Airmaster Tiger 16/1050 – £299.98 inc VAT.
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NATURAL MAGNETISM!
Jun 11th
This is a socket set with a difference, new from Laser Tools: it’s a magnetic deep socket set (part number 7783). These are deep sockets (63mm in length), 3/8in drive, seven sockets included (7mm to 14mm), all with a six-point single hex.
They are magnetised, but here is the difference: the magnet is spring-loaded, and travels down the length of the socket. So, when access is difficult and you have to run a nut along a long thread, reach for these magnetic sockets and you won’t lose the nut (how many times has that happened to me?! – Ed).
Exhaust manifold studs, More >
BAZOOKA JOE IN A BOTTLE!
Jun 11th
I’m loving the packaging that Lancashire-based car care company Akira Brand uses on their products while their smells and bright colours appeal to me too.
Take their bubblegum-infused Lush Quick Detailer, which I had the chance to try this week after a reader who is also well into his detailing recommended it.
I always try and follow up when a reader tells me about a good product as tip-offs like that are definitely of interest to others. That’s what we’re here for – to spread the word about good companies and products
Having used Lush on my X5, which was badly covered in More >
IT’S MINT IS THAT!
Jun 11th
Mint Classic is a young car care brand but one that really has found a niche within the classic car market with quality products at a great price.
I tried their Wheel Cleaner recently, which had been recommended to me and although a crowded market there are some really rubbish products out there. Wheel cleaners tend to fall into two camps when it comes to smell. They either have a pong like peroxide hair bleach or that of an oven cleaner and Mint Classic’s falls into the latter category.
It features a non-acidic formula and I had a filthy set of 22in More >
BLIZZARDS FORECAST
Jun 10th
I’m a really big fan of the pump sprayers produced by Marolex. I’ve been the happy owner of their Ergo sprayer and an Axel 3000 foamer and they play a large part in my detailing regime.
The Ergo is ideal for use when I want to really clean my wheels as you can spray the wheel cleaner or Iron Fallout Remover right into all the nooks and crannies behind the spokes and the inside of the wheel, where crud can gather. Amongst the many possible uses, it can also be used to apply clay bar lubricant. It is supplied with different More >
