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BAZOOKA JOE IN A BOTTLE!
Jun 11th
I’m loving the packaging that Lancashire-based car care company Akira Brand uses on their products while their smells and bright colours appeal to me too.
Take their bubblegum-infused Lush Quick Detailer, which I had the chance to try this week after a reader who is also well into his detailing recommended it.
I always try and follow up when a reader tells me about a good product as tip-offs like that are definitely of interest to others. That’s what we’re here for – to spread the word about good companies and products
Having used Lush on my X5, which was badly covered in More >
IT’S MINT IS THAT!
Jun 11th
Mint Classic is a young car care brand but one that really has found a niche within the classic car market with quality products at a great price.
I tried their Wheel Cleaner recently, which had been recommended to me and although a crowded market there are some really rubbish products out there. Wheel cleaners tend to fall into two camps when it comes to smell. They either have a pong like peroxide hair bleach or that of an oven cleaner and Mint Classic’s falls into the latter category.
It features a non-acidic formula and I had a filthy set of 22in More >
BLIZZARDS FORECAST
Jun 10th
I’m a really big fan of the pump sprayers produced by Marolex. I’ve been the happy owner of their Ergo sprayer and an Axel 3000 foamer and they play a large part in my detailing regime.
The Ergo is ideal for use when I want to really clean my wheels as you can spray the wheel cleaner or Iron Fallout Remover right into all the nooks and crannies behind the spokes and the inside of the wheel, where crud can gather. Amongst the many possible uses, it can also be used to apply clay bar lubricant. It is supplied with different More >
MERLIN WELL-STOCKED WITH SAMCO PRODUCTS
Jun 4th
With over £125,000 worth of Samco Hoses on their shelves at any one time, Merlin Motorsport is one of the largest stockists of Samco Sport Performance Silicone Hoses in the country. Lots of companies say they stock Samco stuff, but you will often find the bend or straight you are after is out of stock!
They supply all Samco Raceparts including elbows, straights, T-pieces etc, Classic and Xtreme products. They also keep a large range of Samco car kits, too.
Go to – SAMCO SILICONE HOSE & HOSE KITS.
More from www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk or 01249 782 101 ENDS.
GREAT POTTERY THROW-DOWN? NO, IT’S NOT THAT SORT OF CLAY!
Jun 4th
Meguiar’s has announced the launch of their new Hybrid Ceramic Synthetic Clay Kit.
If you’re really into car cleaning, you’re most likely already familiar with clay bars (and the like) and have probably been using it for years. However, this kit takes removing contaminants and getting a smooth as glass surface to another level, Meguiar’s reckon.
Contaminants bonded on top of the paint are removed with a specialised Synthetic Clay Pad. Since the lubricant is the all-new Meguiar’s® Hybrid Ceramic Detailer, you get paint that’s smooth and shiny with the added benefit of water-beading protection, all in one quick and easy step!
This More >
NO, I’VE TOLD YOU BEFORE, I AM NOT DOING HORN JOKES!
Jun 4th
Webcon has announced the introduction of a cast aluminium air horn for the Weber DCNF series of carburettors.
The air horn is suitable for most types of 40, 42 and 44 DCNF carburettor (except for the 40DCNF 12 and 13) and it comes complete with a cork gasket and mounting screws.
Order as part number 5284800100 at £65.17 inc VAT.
For further details phone 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
BEADING GREAT MIKE!
Jun 4th
I’m a big fan of Michael Cipriani’s Infinity Wax brand and the Glasgow-based operation has a large range of quality products and a very loyal band of followers. He places a signature on the label, which is nice, while he also values vivid colours and nice smells in his products.
Their Synergy QD is a ceramic resin-infused quick detailer, which solvent-based and gives a massive amount of beads and refreshingly is coating safe. This means that it will give your existing ceramic coating boost rather than remove it.
Success comes by applying it to one panel at a time. Spray it on, More >
NICE COMBINATION
Jun 4th
Sealey’s AK63940 – Ratchet Combination Spanner Set is the latest addition to their Platinum Series line-up. The Chrome Vanadium Steel has been hardened and tempered with a fully polished micro satin finish and the slim style makes them ideal for use where space is limited.
They have an ultra-smooth 100-tooth WallDrive® ratchet ring and even better yet, are currently available at a discounted price in their Spring 2020 Promotion.
This 12-piece Metric Ratchet Combination Spanner Set includes sizes of 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, & 19mm, comes supplied in storage rack and has a lifetime guarantee* More >
DRILL DOWN INTO IT WITH MACHINE MART
Jun 4th
The NEW Clarke CEW520 is a powerful mains-powered impact wrench for heavy-duty applications. Ideal for quickly removing wheel nuts, studs, stubborn nuts & bolts in general, making it an excellent addition to any workshop or garage.
The CEW520 features a massive torque output of 320Nm for quick and effective operation whilst being relatively light in weight for controlled use.
CEW520 includes 17mm, 19mm, 21mm & 22mm sockets and a sturdy carry case.
Available now priced at £65.99 inc VAT.
More information from www.machinemart.co.uk ENDS.
BANANARAMA
Jun 4th
There are plenty of waxes that promise to give your car a butter wet or mirror-like finish.
Most of them hail from America and some of them are really very good indeed. However, it’s good to be able to report on a UK car care brand offering such a product.
The wax in question is from Autobrite Direct and their brilliantly named Carbanuba banana-scented wet-look wax. The smell could well be nearly as a good as the wax!
It really does have an unbelievable banana scent that smells like a McDonald’s milkshake or a Bird’s Angel Delight. I like my car care products More >
