THE TICI STORY
Apr 4th
STEVE HOLE tells the story of the brilliant ‘Commuter City Car’, the TiCi
The TiCi was created by Anthony Hill, Design RCA, a 34-year-old (in 1971) design consultant and lecturer based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire.
Hill was a talented chap with a Royal College of Art pedigree. He’d previously designed a motorcycle and several domestic and industrial appliances and had also done consultancy work for the likes of Ford Motor Company and Hawker Siddeley. Clearly, a clever man.
There were also things as diverse as wheelchairs, locomotives and even a trimaran on his CV. He also had a desire to create his own ‘commuter city More >
AEON TAKE ON LOCOST PARTS
Mar 28th
Aeon has announced that they have taken on the production of Alan Coller Locost and Ma7da products, which include chassis, wishbones and other related paraphernalia (I’ve always wanted to use that word in a news item!).
Alan will continue to be on hand to consult and advise as the transition is made.
Best-known for their car restorations and kit building, the company also made the brilliant Aeon GT3, three-seater kit back in the day.
750MC – Ma7da Championship 750 Motor Club 750MC – Locost Championship
Alternatively, visit www.aeonsportscars.com ENDS.
DON’T USE THIS COMB ON YOUR BARNET
Mar 28th
No, it’s not a brand-new style of comb, although it is a sort of comb. Ever wondered how to straighten those unsightly bent fins on your radiator? Then wonder no more. Thanks to this new tool from Car Builder Solutions, you can easily straighten damaged fins.
You can also remove debris without damage and the tool is ideal for radiators, oil coolers and condensing radiators and it has spacings of 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, and 15 fins per inch.
RADIATOR FIN STRAIGHTENER (part number #FINTOOL) costs just £4.20 and is available now from www.carbuilder.com or at the other end of 01580 891 309 ENDS.
DODO JUICE’S COCO LOCO AIR FRESHENER – YOU’LL GO NUTS FOR IT
Mar 28th
The detailing originators at Dodo Juice have unleashed a fresh new, air-freshening fragrance for the Summer Season, to ensure that the cockpits, cabins and interiors of the nation’s motors have the sweet smell of fresh coconut to drive to.
So, if you like the smell of coconut water in the morning, enjoy a Bounty over lunch, or perhaps a Malibu or two once the bar’s open, then this is VERY much your jam…
Usage? Easy. Just spray it under your front seats or into the footwell carpet if it’s dark in colour. A couple of squirts will keep your car smelling great More >
NEW GEN JUMPSTARTERS
Mar 28th
Ring has introduced its most advanced jumpstarters to date with the ULTRABOOST range.
These latest additions to its compact Lithium JumpStarter range have an exciting new feature, the ULTRABOOST button, which when pressed delivers enough power to start completely flat batteries, as low as 0.7 of a volt. The jumpstarters in this offering also have a unique design created and engineered by the team at Ring, that sees the charging leads connect on the end, not out of the side like most others in the market, creating a seamless design. There are three jumpstarters in this range, all differing in power and More >
PUSH AND PULL
Mar 28th
Free all sorts of stubborn parts with a Summit Racing™ Slide Hammer Puller Set.
Use it to pull flange-type axles, front wheel drive wheel hubs, pilot bearings, and oil seals. You can even pull dents out of sheetmetal panels with the included dent puller and adapter.
The Summit Racing Slide Hammer Puller Set includes internal and external jaws, a puller hook, a locking plier adapter, and a heavy-duty case.
NEW MULTIMETER FROM LASER
Mar 28th
Laser Tools has just introduced a new CAT III multimeter designed to cater to the diverse needs of professionals and enthusiasts alike. This advanced instrument (part number 8801), combines precision, safety, and user-friendly features, making it an indispensable tool for measuring DC and AC voltages, DC current, resistance, diodes, and continuity.
Capable of handling voltages up to 600V, this multimeter is an ideal companion for testing wiring and circuitry both in workshops and at home. Boasting an easy-to-read digital display with a convenient backlight, the multi-meter ensures accurate readings even in low-light conditions. The data-hold function freezes readings for easy recording, More >
YOU WON’T BE PRESSING GAMBLE HERE. QUALITY PRODUCT
Mar 21st
The button has a 26mm diameter and fits a 22mm hole and comes complete with screw terminals. It takes a 20-amp fuse and part number PBSWWH is a snip at just £6 plus shipping.
More from www.carbuilder.com or at the other end of 01580 891 309 ENDS.
PRECISION WELDING
Mar 21st
New from Laser Tools – a magnetic welding corner clamp designed for fixing ferrous components at a specific angle during welding (part number 8751). This clamp features an easily readable gauge with a range of 20 to 200 degrees. Once the desired angle is set, it can be securely locked in place using the included 4mm hex key.
The clamp’s magnetic properties extend to both the internal and external surfaces of the support, usefully allowing it to be used inside and outside workpieces. This is an easily adjustable welding support for creating angles between workpieces. The dimensions are 120 x 80 x 20mm, with an angle range More >
MORE THAN JUST BORN TO BE MILD FROM DODO JUICE
Mar 21st
Looking for an instant car-care kit that gives you everything you need to get your treasured motor ready for the show season ahead, or just ready to cut a dash on the highway?
Thankfully, the detailing originators at Dodo Juice have done the heavy thinking for you with the Essential Collection; a perfectly formed bundle of car cleaning goodness that gets the job done.
This value-packed kit includes an award-winning shampoo, a twin-grade clay pack, Dodo’s legendary clay lube, an ultra-fine cut polish for any paint type, a hybrid wax (that sees off so-called ceramics), together with an extremely versatile detailing spray. More >
