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DON’T KICK SAND
Apr 21st
For years, Rally Design has been supplying the major components to build Atlas Axles, these parts include Blackline diffs, axle casings, CWPs and half-shafts, often exclusive to Rally Design.
In tandem, Ford Motor Company has done an excellent job of supplying service items such as bearings, oil seals, crush washers and pinion carrier shims.
Of late, the essential Ford parts are now difficult to source or no longer available, so Rally Design is also stocking – at reasonable prices – every service item, making them a one-stop shop for everything Atlas.
Price examples are –
Pinion Shim £2.14 inc VAT Carrier Shim £1.08 inc More >
GOODRIDGE MAGIC FROM MERLIN
Apr 21st
Merlin Motorsport, based at Castle Combe circuit in Wiltshire have arguably the most extensive stock of Goodridge products available and in their on-site dedicated workshop, they manufacture brake, clutch and oil hoses to customer specifications.
They make up things like one-off adaptors and non-standard aluminium hose joiners plus they can bend roll-cages and tube, cut and fold aluminium and steel sheet, test springs – and a lot more besides.
More from WORKSHOP SERVICES ENDS.
UPSIDE DOWN?
Apr 21st
The superb NEW range of small portable Clarke Inverter Generators are ideal for providing a ready source of electrical power for camping, caravanning, motor homes, market stalls, boats, etc.
These three models use ‘Sine Wave Technology’ ensuring the delivery of clean and stable power, vital when running sensitive electrical/electronic equipment such as TVs, Computers and Laptops.
Max power options range from 800W to 1800W and all three feature easy start, efficient 4 stroke engines that include an Eco throttle system and low oil/overload shutdown for greater fuel efficiency and reduced running costs.
They are compact, super light (from only 9.3kg) and housed in More >
SILENT MX-5
Apr 21st
Ideal piece for owners of MX-5-based body conversions.
DEI has just closed the door on annoying rattles, squeaks and vibrations on the Mazda MX-5 with its new Door Vibration Damping Kit.
DEI Door Vibration Damping Kit No. 50296 is suitable for use on all MX-5 years and models.
The kits include four 6in x 12in pre-cut Boom Mat® pads and two 2in x 24in tape strips for the complete sound and vibration solution.
The door kit reduces noise and vibrations from the metal body and keeps the interior quieter, thus improving interior acoustics.
The Boom Mat® material easily conforms to bends and curves and is More >
CANDID CAMERA
Apr 21st
Mio, a leading provider of vehicle dashcams in Europe and Asia Pacific, is launching an enhanced version of its popular MiVue 798 dashcam with the new MiVue 798 Pro. Providing drivers with the ultimate peace of mind, the dashcam provides high-quality recordings, various safety features and the new addition of average speed camera alerts to ensure road users can stay informed and protected. The MiVue 798 Pro is available from Robert Dyas and the Mio website for £189.
Featuring top-quality recording resolution, the MiVue 798 Pro is able to provide sharp video clips or photos in the event of an accident, providing real clarity and proof More >
JENVEY PRODUCE WINDSOR 302 V8 THROTTLE BODY KIT
Apr 14th
New from Jenvey Dynamics and part of their Heritage throttle bodies kit is this Ford 302 Windsor V8 Ø48mm TDA2 package.
The kit comes complete with four Jenvey Heritage throttle bodies, manifold, air horns, linkage, built-in fuel rail, 350cc injectors and throttle position sensor. It uses Jenvey’s IDF downdraft manifold designed in-house at the company’s Bridgnorth HQ.
Prices start at £5130 inc VAT.
More information from www.jenvey.co.uk or 01746 768 810 ENDS.
GET A GRIP!
Apr 14th
As major Quaife dealers, Burton Power can now offer the Quaife ATB Differential for the Ford Atlas 16 spline axle which was originally fitted to the 1960’s Transit Mk1 and later to the powerful Capri Mk2/3 V6 models, 2.0/2.3 Cortinas and the Sierra based P100s pickups. This unit is also ideal for use in competition Escorts.
Therefore, this fits literally loads of kitcars.
The Quaife ATB is a direct replacement for the standard ‘open’ differential.
Unlike a conventional plate-style limited slip unit, these units employ gears, rather than clutch plates for a much smoother operation. The Quaife ATB automatically biases the torque, to More >
A NICE REFRESH
Apr 14th
The royal-warranted car care experts at Autoglym are delighted to release QuikRefresh, a time-saving new product that is specifically designed to rapidly restore that perfect ‘just washed’ finish with minimal effort.
It can be frustrating to see how quickly the pristine surface finish you worked hard to achieve is tarnished by environmental and road traffic fallout. Autoglym also recognises that busy modern life means it is not always possible to adjust a schedule to conduct a full interim clean. The solution to these issues is Autoglym QuikRefresh, the perfect product to keep your vehicle looking pristine by bridging the gap between full More >
PULL THE PIN
Apr 14th
Pulling multi-pin electrical connectors apart can (literally) be a pain sometimes, especially if you’re struggling to access a harness connection between the engine and bulkhead or behind the gearbox. The new connector removal tool from Laser Tools (part number 8254) will help. It’s for use on vehicle electrical connectors that use a single locking catch mechanism – the simple design allows the lock button to be pushed down and pulled back, releasing the connector with ease.
The compact design (overall length just 95mm) is ideal where space is limited. The soft-dipped handle makes it easy to grip and comfortable to use. More >
UPLIFTING
Apr 14th
Sealey’s latest promotion sees the launch of over 55 new products from a variety of their catalogue sections, including Jacking & Lifting, Vehicle Service, Janitorial, Lighting & Power and Safety Products.
The new SCR9HV Hi-Vis Green Mechanic’s Utility Seat, from their Jacking & Lifting section, has a steel framework with a powdercoated finish for strength and durability and is fitted with a storage tray underneath to ensure tools and components are always at hand. The extra-thick, cushioned padding provides added comfort, while the easy-rolling Ø63mm rubber castors, with ball-bearing swivel, ensure ease of manoeuvrability.
New to their Vehicle Service range are the More >
