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CATERHAM CARS TEAMS UP WITH THE RAF
Jul 25th
Caterham Cars and the RAF have unveiled a special one-off Seven built using exterior and interior components from a Puma HC2 helicopter, paying tribute to the remarkable aircraft.
The Caterham Seven 360R has been created to raise money for injured servicemen and women and will be on display for the first time at this weekend’s Formula 1 British Grand Prix.
To be auctioned off through Collecting Cars, it’s hoped the joint project between the Royal Air Force, Caterham, Mission Motorsport and Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund will raise more than £100,000.
This project between Caterham and the RAF is in support of the Science More >
NO SMOKING HERE
Jul 25th
The new Laser Diagnostic Smoke Leak Detector Kit (part number 8831), is specially designed for controlled smoke generation, facilitating the detection of elusive leaks in various closed systems.
It’s a valuable tool for quickly pinpointing leaks in inlet manifold pipe work, plenum tubes, turbo pipes, intercoolers, exhaust systems, EVAP systems, engine breather pipes and even vehicle door seals.
The kit comes with expandable bungs and rubber cones for convenient sealing and can also be utilised in conjunction with the Laser Turbo-system tester set (Part No. 7981). Supplied with a convenient hook to hang under-bonnet, the instrument uses commercially available baby oil.
Designed to be powered by 12V More >
ENGINE TIDY FROM SUMMIT RACING
Jul 25th
Summit Racing’s™ Engine Building Organisers let you put engine components in order, ready for assembly.
Take your choice of an organiser for pistons and connecting rods or the deluxe version for pistons, rods, rocker arms, pushrods and, lifters.
Summit Racing Engine Building Organisers are designed for V8 engines, but you can use them for other engine configurations as well.
They recommend protecting parts from the elements by covering your organiser with a Summit Racing™ Engine Bag.
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CRIKEY, SKINNY RIB T-SHIRTS?
Jul 25th
NEW from Woolies Trim is this Thin Rib Lining Carpet to suit many kit and classic cars.
Part no. 154a is available in Anthracite, Blue and Ocean Blue 2mtr (78in) wide, non-fray at just £20 per linear metre (off the roll, basically).
Anthracite and Ocean Blue match with the non-ribbed version part no. 413.
Narrow 3mm (1/8in) ribs running through the length of the roll. It is made from rotproof polypropylene and is thin and pliable.
It is ideal for wall and roof linings on many types of specialist cars, campers and conversions.
More from www.woolies-trim.co.uk or call them on 01778 347 347 ENDS.
HIGH-POWER LED UPGRADE FOR THE LUCAS L661 REVERSING LIGHT
Jul 25th
Many owners of older kitcars feel the need to enjoy effective reversing lights, being able to use a red rear foglight when conditions turn murky, and perhaps more effective brake lights. However, bolting on extra auxiliary lights rarely improves a classic car, so a high-power, multi-function LED upgrade can be the answer.
For the Lucas L661 reversing light and many others of a similar size, this upgrade conversion will equip the original reversing light with a high-powered white light for reversing, plus an extra red brake light, plus a red rear foglight at the flick of a switch
The custom-designed LED lightboard fits neatly behind the lens and becomes More >
ICONS RE-IMAGINED
Jul 18th
Boreham Motorworks the racing division of the DRVN Automotive Group has signed a licensing agreement with Ford Motorsport to produce a total of seven ‘continuation’ models of Ford legends under the ‘Icons Re-Imagined’ banner.
The first two announcements are RS200 and Mk1 Escort. Prices and full specification details are yet to be announced but given the pedigree, it’s expected that they will want for nothing and feature liberal use of carbon-fibre.
More from www.borehammotorworks.com ENDS.
KEEP ‘SCREENS CLEAR
Jul 18th
With statistics showing that people are 30 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured on the roads in rain than in snow*, renowned car care specialist, Invisible Glass, is urging drivers to look at how to prevent these accidents by ensuring their windscreens are clear.
While drivers are hoping for nicer weather this summer, residents in the UK are usually prepared for a lot of rainy days regardless of the season, and with statistics from Highways England showing the risk of accidents due to rain, Invisible Glass has a solution that will reassure drivers.
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CLEVER PROTECTION!
Jul 18th
When working on high-end, show-quality classic vehicles or automotive displays, the fit and finish of the fasteners is just as important as the paint and bodywork. For example, chrome-plated fasteners can be damaged easily, especially when using standard metal spanners and sockets. That’s why Laser Tools has introduced this specialist non-marring imperial (AF) Socket/Wrench Insert Set (part number 8468).
With top-class classic or show vehicles, fasteners can be plated, anodised, chemically passivated or even painted. Lots of care and attention has been put into building and preparing these vehicles, so extra care and attention is also required when working on them. More >
NOTHING COMPLICATED. SIMPLY TOOLS!
Jul 18th
Leading supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, Simply Brands, has an incredible range of tools to allow technicians to complete their everyday work.
The ever-growing Simply Tools portfolio covers everything from Allen keys, multimeters and pliers to ratchets, screwdrivers and spanners, plus many more. The company prides itself on the high quality of the entire range, with many made of premium chrome vanadium, and the ergonomic design, that makes them comfortable and easy to use. In addition, they are all backed with a one-year guarantee.
The vast majority of Simply’s tools come as sets because technicians rarely need just one socket, for instance. More >
NEW BOOTS
Jul 18th
Steering rack boot (or gaiter) replacement: if you pop the track-rod end and then unscrew it to remove the old rack boot you will affect the front wheel tracking. Yes, you can count the threads, etc, and get the track rod back in approximately the same position, but it won’t be 100 per cent correct.
However, with this easy-to-fit steering rack boot kit from Connect Workshop Consumables (part number 37663), you simply pop the track rod end, then using the specially-designed fitting cone, stretch the new boot over the track-rod end and across to the steering rack housing. Quick and easy, More >
