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BURTON POWER MAKES AN ESSEX REPLICA!
Aug 22nd
With original classic Ford parts becoming harder to find it’s good to hear that Burton Power is now offering an accurate replica of the Ford Essex V6 oil sump for later rear bowl engine installations.
The sump is finished in a black powdercoating for long-term protection and it even comes complete with a new sump plug.
The sump is suitable for:
- Ford Capri Mk1/Mk2/Mk3 3.0 V6 1969-1981 • Ford Granada Mk1 2.5/3.0 V6 1972-1977 • Reliant Scimitar GTE 3.0 V6 1968-1979 • TVR 3000M, 3000S & Taimar 3.0 V6 1972-1979 and loads of kitcars, transplants and hot rods using the Essex V6 engine.
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JETTED ZEPHYR
Aug 22nd
My dad had a Ford Zephyr – and Zodiac – or two in the sixties, so, when I saw this I had to run it!
Webcon is delighted to introduce a new direct replacement Weber carburettor kit to suit the Ford Consul Mk2 and Zephyr Mk3 models, replacing the original Zenith 36VN.
Produced in conjunction with a leading Consul/Zephyr expert, kit part number 1529003900 is supplied fully-jetted to suit the 1703cc engine and provides a healthy increase in driveability, along with improved fuel economy.
Supplied with all parts required to complete the conversion, 1529003900 is priced at just £347.40 VAT.
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DEEP PURPLE
Aug 22nd
New from our good friends at Sealey Tools is this superb 2.5-tonne low-profile trolley jack with ‘rocket’ lift which features a beefy steel chassis.
It is available in a fetching purple anodised finish and is both stable and durable. It is ideal for low-slung kitcars as its entry-level range starts at just 73mm.
The two-position ‘rocket’ lift allows the saddle to reach its maximum height with little effort. Available now at £239.94 with more info from www.sealey.co.uk or 01284 757 500 ENDS.
BUG REMOVER FROM AUTOGLYM
Aug 22nd
While most of us were disappointed by 2024’s wet start to summer, the UK’s bug population could not be happier, as the moist conditions have caused a surge in their populations which is predicted to continue well into the autumn*.
Autoglym, the UK’s largest car care brand, is warning motorists of a resulting spike in ‘bug splats’ on vehicle paintwork during the peak holiday season, and is advising motorists how best to safely remove insect remains before they attack sensitive exterior plastics and ‘etch’ the protective outer layer of a vehicle’s clearcoat lacquer.
According to Autoglym’s UK-based laboratory team, bug decomposition releases a More >
ONE MAN BRAKE BLEEDING TOOL
Aug 22nd
This new solo brake bleeding device (SWE656) from Rally Design is a very handy tool ideal for kitcar owners. It enables you to bleed your brakes or hydraulic systems on your own.
It works automatically – you just fill the container and pump with fluid. The reservoir holds 2.5-litres of fluid so you can bleed your engine system.
An added bonus is that it also works on ABS systems, too. Available now at £44.90 inc VAT from www.rallydesign.co.uk or 01227 792 792 ENDS.
SIERRA BRAKES ON YOUR KITCAR? HERE’S A NEW KIT FROM GOODRIDGE
Aug 22nd
Goodridge has produced a new high-performance brakeline kit for Sierra-based applications that helps with pedal efficiency and reduces the Sierra’s traditional spongey pedal feel.
Available with zinc-plated or stainless steel fittings and it comes in a choice of twelve colours for the hose outers including classic black. Prices start at £161.65 inc VAT for the kits.
More from www.goodridge.co.uk or www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk ENDS.
CLASSIC DUCKHAMS
Aug 22nd
I think there’s something very reassuring for old dinosaurs like me about those classic yellow Duckhams oil cans. Who remembers the TV ads from the seventies?
The iconic green-tinged engine oil has never really gone away but hasn’t always been promoted by previous owners but it is enjoying a renaissance at the moment.
Their 20w50 multigrade, SAE30 and SAE40 lubricants retain that distinctive colouring but the product has been improved but the blurb I received told me that modern manufacturing techniques have enhanced Duckham’s oils.
The yellow metal cans have been retained with 5-litre cans starting at £29.99 inc VAT with more from More >
MILWAUKEE PACKOUT SYSTEM FROM SUMMIT RACING
Aug 22nd
Add some really nice, fastener-busting wrenches to your Milwaukee PACKOUT system with a Milwaukee Combination Wrench Set. They feature a MAXBITE open end with serrated surfaces that provide 25 per cent more torque than smooth-faced wrenches. The MAXBITE end also reduces the chances of rounding or stripping nuts and bolts.
Other features include 12-point box ends with a 15-degree offset; rounded I-beam handle for comfort; ink-filled size labels for easy identification; and a durable chrome plated finish.
Milwaukee Combination Wrenches are available in 15-piece SAE, 15-piece metric, and 30-piece SAE/metric sets in a PACKOUT organiser with wrench trays and additional storage underneath.
BUY THE BOOK!
Aug 15th
When this charming book landed on my desk the other day it raised a smile.
I read the accompanying note with interest and delight. It hailed from the granddaughter of the late Malcolm ‘Mac’ Tompson, who painstakingly documented every stage of his Mirage Lamborghini Countach replica.
Entitled ‘Building A Kit Car – Dream or Nightmare’? Mac also discussed the joys and nightmares he experienced during the process. It’s a very nice guide for anyone taking on such a build and some of the tips are universal and not just confined to a Countach.
I really like it because as I said it’s charming More >
JOIN THE DOTS
Aug 15th
NEW from our friends at Woolies Trim are the turnbuckle double-thickness studs with self-tapper (part no. 02A).
These are original old stock with ‘dot’ stamped on the top, made from nickel on brass. They have a 16 mm long self tapper an overall size of base 20mm x 13mm and an overall height of approximately 20mm.
They’ll take two sockets (04) at the same time. Stocks are limited and once they are gone, they are gone!
£9 inc VAT per packet of ten + P&P.
More from www.woolies-trim.co.uk or call 01778 347 347 ENDS.
