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SOME BETTER CAR LIGHTING FROM, ER, BETTER CAR LIGHTING!
Nov 26th
The Lucas PL700 ‘Tripod’ headlight was much-loved during its production and it has been frustrating for classic car and classic-flavoured kitcar owners not to be able to buy the original lights.
Copies have been made in recent times produced using modern H4 halogen bulbs but the overall quality has been regarded as poor by enthusiasts.
A solution could be at hand as Better Car Lighting of Warwickshire has teamed-up with a highly-regarded European headlight manufacturer to reproduce these high-quality items.
They have gained all of the relevant type approvals and this is the first time that conventional 7in round headlights have been developed More >
WHO NEEDS TUNES?
Nov 26th
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Burton Power now has alloy block breather elbows to suit Ford engines with 20mm and 23.5mm breather outlets.
The 20mm breather elbow can be ordered as part number FP280 and is suitable for Ford SOHC Pinto, Crossflow (2733E, 2737E & 681F blocks) and Pre-Crossflow Kent engines including those used in the Marcos 1500 GT and Morgan 4/4 1.0/1.3/1.5 1960-1968.
The 23.5mm breather elbow can be ordered as part number FP280A and is suitable for Ford Crossflow (691M, 711M and Fiesta-spec blocks) including Caterham 7, Morgan 4/4 1600 1.6 1969- and TVR 1600M 1.6 1972-1977.
Both types are a precise push-fit into More >
PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
Nov 26th
So often a generator is an essential tool in the garage or race paddock for powering tools, recharging timing equipment/laptops or boiling a small kettle for that essential cup of tea!
Conventional generators tend to be noisy whereas these latest inverter-style generators are much quieter, no more than a ‘humming’ noise at half load.
Inverter generators have a perfect smooth sine wave output essential for sensitive electronics and are very fuel-efficient only producing output on demand.
Both the 3600 and 4600 units from Rally Design have a 2kw output, are shaped to be car stackable, have the best quality copper alternator windings and More >
TEMPTING CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FROM RING
Nov 26th
If you’re in need of the ideal Secret Santa gift or you’re looking for that perfect present for the car enthusiast in your life, then you’re in luck. These cost-effective, handy tools from Ring could be just what you’re looking for.
Rapid Digital Tyre Inflator (RTC1000)
This multi-award-winning product makes tyre maintenance fast and easy, inflating a 13in tyre in just two minutes. It comes with three adaptors, LED light, storage case, spare valve caps and latex gloves.
Easy to use when you need it, the RTC1000 Rapid Digital Tyre Inflator is powered directly from an in-car 12V socket and allows you to More >
GREEN, BLUE OR PINK?
Nov 26th
Many kit and classic car owners are confused about which anti-freeze they should use.
Should it be Inorganic Additive Technology (IAT), Organic Acid Technology (OAT), or Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT)?
Should it be green, blue or pink?
Mini Spares has taken the guesswork out of choosing the right anti-freeze by producing its own Mini Spares brand anti-freeze, which is suitable for ALL classic Mini A-Series engines.
It can be left in the radiator all year round as it is also a summer coolant and contains rust inhibitors to protect your engine’s cooling system.
If you’re interested, it also conforms to ASTM D3306, ASTM D4985, More >
RIGID, OR SEMI-RIGID? IT DOESN”T MATTER
Nov 26th
DEI makes dozens of different heat-shield products including some that are self-adhesive or can be glued in place. However, sometimes a rigid or semi-rigid heat-shield is required that stands away from the surface a little, rather than be in direct contact with it; for example, when there are wires or fuel-lines that also need to be protected from the heat source.
That’s when the latest stand-off kit from DEI comes in handy.
The new DEI universal mounting kit for ridged or semi-ridged heat-shields comprise six stainless steel stand-offs with mounting bolts, nuts and washers. The kit will provide a 1/2in stand-off.
Order as More >
ULTIMATE COFFEE TABLE?
Nov 19th
Here’s a beautiful limited edition Campagnolo Coffin-spoke-style Hawk Stratos alloy coffee table wheel, which is absolutely perfect for your man cave, man den, office, shed, garage or if you have a showroom or a tyre/wheel shop. A perfect Christmas gift for the Italian car nut perhaps?
These wheels are NOT FOR ROAD USE but not just for Christmas either! They are marked and supplied as such. You probably won’t find these anywhere else. Sanctioned by Hawk Cars.
15in x 8in
A very limited run – these are brand new and supplied with fixing pads (to hold the glass in place) and toughened 6mm More >
NICE WINTER WARMER FOR THE GARAGE, THIS!
Nov 19th
The MeacoHeat Motion Heater is the perfect product to keep your home warm and cosy throughout any cold spell. Where traditional heating systems use thermostats to maintain a room’s temperature regardless of how frequently the room is used, the MeacoHeat Motion Heater can be used much more economically.
It can be used as a standalone unit for spaces that may be less-frequently used, but still, require heating. A motion detection sensor means the unit will only be activated once a person walks into the room.
When they leave the room, the heater will switch off, allowing the user to save money on heating bills More >
BRIGHT LIGHTS; BIG CITY
Nov 19th
Bright lights are arguably what Christmas is all about says OSRAM and although lights may not be the obvious stocking filler, a bulb upgrade can brighten up that number one car fan’s Christmas. OSRAM’s wide range of high-quality bulbs offers something for everyone.
NIGHT BREAKER LASER
These award-winning next generation of automotive upgrade halogen bulbs from OSRAM include innovative laser ablation technology – and they are arguably bright enough to light up Santa’s sleigh.
The highly engineered filament enables the bulbs to shine up to 150% brighter while providing up to a 150-metre long beam and 20% whiter light compared to the minimum More >
THE RIGHT SET – AGAIN!
Nov 19th
The Type 9 Gearbox has, for decades, been the preferred gearbox choice for many Ford Escort and Kitcar applications.
However, the gearbox’s standard ratios had a very low first gear, ideal for caravan towing but poor for motorsport applications.
Replacement close-ratio gears have proven increasingly expensive over the years. Now, Rally Design, in partnership with Blackline Gears, has manufactured a limited quantity at a mid-range price.
The ratios selected are those which have proven most popularity.
1st – 2.390 2nd – 1.540 3rd – 1.210 4th – 1.000 5th – 0.870
The gearsets feature:
* Close ratio gears, quiet helical drive, synchromesh
* Separate gears assembled on the layshaft
* Uses More >
