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ROCKETEER CHANGES DIRECTION
Dec 19th
The brilliantly named Rocketeer, who over the last two years have sold over 70 of their Jaguar engine conversion kits for Mazda MX-5, is shifting direction slightly.
Rocketeer co-founder, Bruce Southey told me: “With a view to maintaining the highest quality and delivering on our original vision of building tactile, visceral, analogue sportscars, we are going to focus our business on fully built resto-mod cars and turnkey conversions in future. Engine kit sales will cease at the end of 2019. However, we will, of course, continue to support any self-build projects currently in progress.
More information from www.rocketeerltd.com ENDS.
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IN THE ROUND
Dec 19th
Here’s a particularly lovely new item from Car Builder Solutions.
It’s a quality wood-rim steering wheel with a 70mm PCD and available in three diameters. It comes with six 5mm boss mounting holes and costs just £108.
The wheel wears part number WRSW70 and is available via www.carbuilder.com ENDS.
HOSETECHNIK ‘BRAKES’ FROM THE NORM
Dec 19th
Fresh out for 2020 is the latest Hosetechnik website – a subsidiary of Forge Motorsport, Hosetechnik is a purveyor of high-end stainless braided brake lines for a variety of kitcar, OEM, custom and aftermarket applications.
Having formed just over a decade ago, Hosetechnik has built a solid reputation for offering off-the-shelf, high-performance solutions for the huge variety of vehicles that have passed through the workshop over the last few years.
In addition, the firm offers a totally bespoke service that allows for same or next day turnaround for custom fit brake line applications – whether they’re intended for the competition, trackday participation More >
HAVE A NIBBLE!
Dec 19th
The nibbler is a popular and common power tool used for cutting sheet metal as it provides a much faster and less tiring alternative to hand tools. This new example from Laser Tools (part number 7693) is conveniently powered by your handy quick-chuck equipped cordless drill.
The nibbler has a lightweight aluminium body and composite handle to make it easy and comfortable to use. It has a smooth action that leaves the surrounding metal undistorted and is suitable for both straight cuts as well as being able to negotiate tight curves easily. Sheet steel up to 1mm thick can be cut More >
MERLIN – NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS!
Dec 19th
Motorsport and performance parts masters, Merlin Motorsport, based at Castle Combe circuit, has lots of goodies to tempt you with should you have any Christmas money to spend. The company is a stockist for many leading aftermarket brands and has over 20,000 parts in stock!
You can also order merlin gift vouchers in £20 or £50 denominations and they even come with a smart Merlin gift card! ORDER YOUR MERLIN GIFT VOUCHER
More from www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk ENDS.
CUTTING THE CORD
Dec 19th
Seamlessly charge your smartphone without sacrificing speed. Simply place your smartphone on the pad or in the charging pocket and wait until the LED indicator lights up. Users will be able to cut the cord without having to scramble around for a charging cable
The Connects2 Universal In-Car Charging Pad is an ultra-thin, portable wireless charging pad which can be used in the office, at home, or in your car. It can be mounted anywhere flat and is the perfect universal wireless charger for QI compatible products. It retails at £29 from Halfords.
The Connects 2 Universal In-Car Charging Pocket can be mounted in the glove More >
COVER UP!
Dec 19th
With the Clarke range of Garage/Workshops, you can protect your pride and joy from the elements this winter in a tight fit, well-lit, protected environment through ratchet tight cover tensioning for that drum tight finish.
Using a heavy-duty advanced cover that is triple-layered, waterproof, fully UV-treated for long-term protection against sun, rain and wind, you can guarantee that you are investing in a product built to last.
This range is easy to install through-bolt together hardware and joint support with a powdercoated steel frame for optimum durability and stability. With various anchoring options, they can be erected on a variety of surfaces.
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PRO LS COVER ALIGNMENT TOOL FOR GM LS FROM SUMMIT RACING
Dec 19th
Getting the crank seals in your Gen III or Gen IV LS engine’s front timing and rear main seal cover is critical to preventing oil leaks.
A set of Summit Racing Pro LS Cover Alignment Tools will prevent those leaks by perfectly aligning the seal openings when you install the covers. That makes it easier to install the seals, too.
You can find all of the latest Summit Racing Brand products in the New Products Section at SummitRacing.com ENDS.
AARDVARK SNIFF OUT A NEW MODEL
Dec 12th
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Aardvark Racing Ltd (ARL) is excited to announce that they will be launching a new model to sit alongside the established GT-R early in 2020.
The new car features a stiffer, lighter chassis design that has been optimised using the very latest finite element analysis methods and software. The sleek new body has a smaller frontal area for less drag while the rear wing and front bodywork increases downforce over the GT-R.
The bodywork also features integrated alignment pegs for an easier build process and houses projector headlights. The new model has been designed to accept the Honda Fireblade CBR1000RR engine giving More >
WIDE TRACK 10in MINI WHEEL
Dec 12th
Mini Spares now produces its own wide-track 10in road wheel for classic Minis and kitcars that use this small diameter fitment.
The Mini Spares Minator wheel features a flat-fronted rim design and eight rounded spokes. In addition, it has a 55mm chrome centre cap with 40mm centre logo area (which is the same size as the current front and rear wing type badge logo).
The distance from hub face to the outer edge is 3.25in and the wheel uses standard pre-1984 round angle 88G322 nuts or chrome CN4 nuts (not included).
Order as WHL1001BLACKpriced from £61.20 inc VAT each.
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