ACCURATE ANGLES
Dec 30th
In the modern sportscar accurate angle measurement is becoming more and more important, with engine and suspension components needing to be set up and maintained using accurate angle measuring instruments. This new digital inclinometer from Laser Tools (part number 6657) is a digital angle gauge or digital protractor and offers exceptional accuracy (±0.2º).
Equipped with a built-in magnet in the base, the 6657 is designed for measuring angles on metal and other surfaces, and is ideal for engine setting up (for example on Citroen/Peugeot variable valve timing setting and checking where an OEM special tool would be used), or for use More >
MULTI PURPOSE, PRACTICAL LIGHTING
Dec 30th
New from Ring Automotive is the A15 Inspection Lamp, which provides an impressive 430-lumens of light output and what Ring call 6000K colour temperature (this simulates the way natural light is illuminated they say). It features new-fangled COB LED technology, which means bright!
The A15 has a robust and tough construction, a combination of rubber and aluminium and can be recharged easily and used cordless making it highly practical, too.
You can hang it using the integrated hook, place it at weird angles thanks to the on-board multi-angle mechanism, plus enjoy the anti-slip ‘comfort grip’ magnetic base and an AC adaptor for More >
IT’S A RAP!
Dec 30th
The good old cable tie is very hard to beat. A multitude of uses makes it an essential item around the house, garage and toolbox. In addition to the usual stuff I’ve heard of some imaginative uses for the humble strip of plastic…
Several people have tried to reinvent it but most have failed because they never offered anything over and above what a cable tie could. However, the RAPSTRAP could be the future of such things.
If it sounds familiar, that could be due to it appearing on TV’s Dragons Den several years ago and gaining investment to boot.
The Rapstrap is More >
DAVRIAN FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY
Dec 23rd
Fiftieth anniversary of Adrian Evans’ DAVRIAN marque to be celebrated in 2017 at Castle Combe…
THIS ONE CAME IN JUST AS WE CLOSED FOR CRIMBO!
Glad to hear that the fiftieth anniversary of the Davrian marque is to be commemorated and celebrated at Castle Combe Circuit as part of the Rally Action Day on September 23, 2017.
More details when we get them….in the meantime visit www.john.rawlins.com ENDS.
CERAMIC COATING
Dec 23rd
Gtechniq, the UK’s leading formulator of ceramic surface coatings will be releasing a new version of its bestselling coating to see-in the New Year.
The brand behind Crystal Serum and G1 ClearVision Smart Glass, is to release the latest version of EXO Ultra Durable Hybrid Coating for sale online and through all good – and no doubt, bad – independent detailing stockists, from early January 2017.
The much-anticipated EXO v3 now re-named Ultra Durable Hydrophobic Coating, boasts a new formula that combines the definitive hydrophobic function of its predecessor, with improved durability and resistance to water spot marks.
Rob Earle, Gtechniq Managing Director, More >
GOODIES INSIDE
Dec 23rd
Edelbrock has just launched the 2017 edition of its Automotive Performance Catalogue.
“We have over 450 new products, making this the highest number introduced in one year! This year we’re excited to add the new Performer II Series carburettor. We have added new racing intake manifolds for the Chevrolet LS7 engine and a Super Victor intake for our LS-R cylinder heads. We have also expanded our E-Force Supercharger line to include new systems for popular Chrysler, Chevrolet, Ford, Jeep and the Mazda MX-5. We’re also excited to introduce the new Max-Fire Ignition product line to the Edelbrock family. Max-Fire spark plug More >
COME IN FROM THE RAIN (LOVE THAT WISHBONE ASH TRACK!)
Dec 23rd
Come in from the cold and warm up with Sealey’s new range of industrial PTC fan heaters.
Equipped with PTC heat conducting ceramic elements, these fan heaters achieve an instant, totally dry heat with no condensation. This series also benefits from having no gas, no fumes and no smell.
There are four models to choose from, ranging from 2000W-9000W. They all feature two thermostat controlled heat settings and also a fan only setting, this makes them ideal for industrial applications.
For further details or to view Sealey’s complete range visit www.sealey.co.uk or alternatively call their customer service department on 01284 757 500 ENDS.
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USE HEAT
Dec 23rd
This impressive little kit from Laser Tools (part number 6616) combines a convenient butane-powered heat-torch with a useful (72-piece) set of connectors that includes both heat shrink crimp and heat shrink solder joiners plus a selection of heat shrink crimp fork and eye terminals.
The compact and lightweight butane heat torch quickly and cleanly produces directional hot air, particularly suited to heat shrink tubing when making repairs to automotive wiring and cabling. Piezo ignition ignites instantly and the torch is soon up to working temperature. The clear gas reservoir enables the level of liquid butane to be seen.
The crimp connectors are More >
CRENDON REPLICAS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
Dec 15th
Just as we closed the proverbial shutters for the week, we heard that the Crendon CR427 project has been taken over by Anthony Hale of Absolute Horsepower, a man well-known for building top quality Cobra replicas over the years including AKs and the UK-spec Factory Five 65 Roadsters that came here a few years back.
The Crendon marque was founded by the gentleman that is John Kerr way back in the late eighties after he’d built a particularly fine Southern Roadcraft SRV8 and then decided to set-up his own company, Crendon Replicas based in Aylesbury.
Never one to suffer fools even for More >
WALKING THE PLANK
Dec 15th
Get out and get under with these terrific, heavy duty plastic car ramps (part number 6793) and the super-practical under car body board (part number 6680), both designed to make life a little easier when accessing areas under the front or rear of your car.
The plastic car ramps have a 2.5 tonne capacity and raise the car by 158mm (6.25 inches) which gives an easy working height under the car. The generous 254mm (10 inches) width means even wide wheels can be accommodated. Although light in weight, the ramps are super stable and will hold the weight of the car More >
