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CLASSIC PROTECTION
Aug 27th
Classic Valvemaster – the fuel additive that saves kit classic cars from ethanol-rich petrol especially with the advent of E10 petrol in the UK from September 1.
When it comes to liquid engineering, internal combustion engines rely on quality oil and quality fuel to run efficiently. Over the years, however, tightening emissions regulations have forced changes within the petrol industry and altered the formula of standard fuel.
Leaded petrol disappeared from UK forecourts at the turn of the millennium, E5 biofuel was standardised in 2019, and in September 2021 the recipe of standard grade unleaded petrol is changing to double the content More >
FANCY A SET OF CUSTOMISED DAMPERS?
Aug 27th
The GAZ range of off-the-shelf applications is pretty extensive. However, if by chance, GAZ doesn’t list an application for your vehicle (or you require something more specialised) then the company can produce custom made suspension kits to customers’ own specifications.
GAZ can use donor hubs and totally recondition them prior to precision welding them to brand new struts. When strut inserts are required, GAZ will produce new units from scratch to the customer’s specifications inclusive of adjustable ride height, adjustable damper rates and lowered, uprated, suspension springs.
All struts and damper units now feature the new GAZ black zinc protective finish as More >
AIR COOLED MANIFOLD FROM WEBCON
Aug 27th
Webcon has announced that it has a superb quality intake manifold set to suit the ever-popular VW 1.7/1.8-litre and 2-litre air-cooled engines.
Part number 9900341200 is designed to accept the very reliable Weber 34ICT carburettors and is ideal for those who want the efficiency and performance of twin carburettors, without the expense of the high-power Weber IDF set.
Kit 9900341200 includes manifolds, gaskets, studs nuts and washers and is available at £176.32 inc VAT.
Also available: Manifold set, as above, plus two genuine Weber 34ICT carbs, air-filters and linkage. Order as part number PVW207 at £586.01 inc VAT.
Available now from 01932 787 100 More >
OIL COOLING
Aug 27th
Merlin Motorsport chock full of Laminova Heat Exchangers – these are an alternative and very effective way of cooling your engine oil. In basic terms, the Laminova is a billet aluminium housing that is connected to the oil lines and the coolant (water) lines.
The oil circulates around the outside of the housing and core while the water passes through the centre of the core. The oil temperature is usually greater than the water temperature, so the water draws the heat from the oil.
The Laminova has many advantages: they are more compact than using a conventional air-to-oil cooler meaning it can More >
CORDLESS CONVENIENCE
Aug 27th
The Clarke CCIW160 Cordless Impact Wrench is an essential lightweight, compact, yet powerful tool suitable for contractors, engineers and mechanics.
Protected with a rubber design and a soft grip ergonomic handle, this impact wrench will ensure maximum control.
The impact wrench is controlled with a variable speed control trigger with an electronic brake up to 2,200rpm, the fan-cooled motor offering forward and reverse rotation. For improved visibility, this tool benefits from a bright LED work light and can conveniently be transported and stored using the belt clip and hanging loop.
This model also includes 2x 2Ah 18V batteries, including charge level indicator, a More >
COSSIE CLUTCHES
Aug 27th
In keeping with its policy of sourcing parts for Fords that are no longer available from the original manufacturers, Burton Power now has standard replacement clutches for both the two-wheel-drive and the four-wheel-drive versions of the Ford Sierra and Escort Cosworth.
Part number 624163100 is suitable for the following Ford Cosworth YB 16v Turbo models:
Ford Sierra RS Cosworth 3 door 1986-1987
Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 1987
Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd 1988-1989
Retail price: £145.00 inc VAT.
Part number 624163200 is suitable for the following Ford Sierra/Escort Cosworth 4wd models:
Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 4wd 1990-1992
Ford Escort RS Cosworth 4wd T34 1992-06/1994
Ford Escort RS More >
FANCY 500 QUIDS WORTH OF SEALEY POWER TOOLS?
Aug 27th
Don’t miss a chance to win up to £500 of Electric Power Tools & Power Tool Accessories in Sealey’s latest competition. Visit the competition page on Sealey’s website: https://www.sealey.co.uk/competitions to enter!
The closing date for this competition is December 31, 2021 ENDS.
KEEP THE NOISE DOWN!
Aug 27th
Now it’s possible to keep your vehicle’s interior cooler and quieter using just one material. ‘Sound Barrier’, from DEI blocks outside noise and high temperatures for a cool, comfortable ride whilst insulating the interior during winter months too.
DEI ‘Sound Barrier’ also provides vibration damping and is lightweight so easy to install. The sheets can be cut and glued, mechanically fastened or laid under the carpet for a tailored fit in any vehicle.
DEI ‘Sound Barrier’ can be ordered as part number 51135 and is sold in 55in-wide sheets by the linear yard at £48.95 per yard.
Price shown is for supply direct More >
‘TIMMY TURBO’ JOINS THE AK FAMILY!
Aug 19th
AK Sportscars’ new demonstrator (nicknamed as one would expect by co-director, Wendi Freeman – she calls it ‘Timmy Turbo’) could well be one of the most powerful Cobra replicas thus far seen in the UK.
Rated by Jon Freeman as producing between 800-1000bhp, the company’s new demo car is sure to etch a perma-grin on the face of anyone who drives it. However, although it most definitely is RAPID, the car is proper old school in terms of looks and finish.
Visually, the only real clue that anything special is going on here is the slightly lipped rear arches to allow for More >
GBS PART OF A HIGH PROFILE ZERO-EMISSION TECHNOLOGY PROJECT
Aug 19th
I don’t really have a suitable ‘zero-emission’ image so here’s a pic of what we all know GBS for – a ZERO! This one is their new Motul Edition model. Pretty!
Great British Sportscars is working on an electric project with Trelleborg Applied Technologies, Far-UK Ltd and Engenuity Ltd.
Funded by the Office for Zero-Emission Vehicles (OZEV) through The Niche Vehicle Network, Trelleborg’s applied technologies operation will undertake a research and development project focused on electric vehicle (EV) battery material and design.
The early-stage R&D stream initiative provides a platform for collaborative research in the area of zero-emission vehicle technologies within the UK More >
