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IT’S A SNIP
Apr 18th
Laser Tools has just introduced a pair of cable cutters (part number 8782), designed for clean and effortless cutting through various cables, including starter motor and battery main cables up to 10mm in diameter. These cutters feature two distinct sets of cutting jaws – one suitable for coaxial cables and the other for steel and aluminium-clad cables. Ideal for use by mechanics, electricians, auto electricians, and DIY enthusiasts.
This cable cutter features spring-loaded, cushion-grip handles which enable one-handed operation. The design of the curved main jaws allows cutting without flattening or damaging the cable. The lower straight blade has a plastic More >
DON’T BE A CRAWLER
Apr 18th
This one is aimed at our North American readers – Project vehicles can be a pain to move, especially on your back and legs. Avoid the agony and slide a set of Auto Dolly Car Dollies under them instead. The dollies fit under each tire and have smooth-rolling, non-marring caster wheels that make it easy to manoeuvre a car in the garage or on any smooth surface.
Auto Dolly Car Dollies are available in three versions:
Standard Car Dollies are made from 1/4in thick steel plate. Your choice of dollies rated at 6000 pounds or 10,000 pounds per set of four to handle More >
ZEROS HEADING STATESIDE
Apr 11th
Another Zero on the road and registered in the USA. Delighted to see another GBS Zero is now fully registered and being enjoyed on the road in the USA.
The customer has now completed his Duratec-powered Zero build and already covered several hundred miles and been to a car show where it attracted a lot of attention. Another Zero is currently at paint and will shortly be on the way to its lucky new owner in the USA very soon.
https://www.greatbritishsportscars.com/blog/another-zero-on-the-road-and-registered-in-the-usa
Great British Sports Cars offer an IVA-preparation service and this customer’s 2.5 Duratec-powered Zero is being prepared for the test via the More >
THE CHAMPIONS OF SHOREHAM-BY-SEA
Apr 11th
Keen to champion parts made in their own backyard, Heritage Parts Centre is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Auto Craft Engineering, increasing their stock holding both in the UK and at their European Distribution Centre in Bremen, Germany to better serve their customers and help keep more classics on the road.
Specialising in air-cooled VW repair panels for Beetle, Bay, Split Bus and Ghia, Auto Craft Engineering help you to keep more original metal in place, while still replacing any corrosion with like-for-like quality European steel; with all products pressed and prepared to perfection at the Auto Craft Engineering More >
FLEXIBLE FRIEND
Apr 11th
Introducing the Magnetic Flexible Mat (part number 8754) from Laser Tools: a versatile, low-profile tool and parts holder equipped with sixteen powerful magnets embedded in a non-marring thermoplastic mat. This innovative solution keeps tools and components securely in place, right where they’re needed. The mat is designed to fold, bend, or curve around any surface, and can be easily stored flat when not in use. Perfect for use on vehicles, in toolboxes, or on any suitable ferrous surface.
This multi-purpose mat (dimensions: 220 x 140 x 5mm), is ideal for storing parts, fixings, and small tools. The sixteen strong rare-earth magnets More >
POWER. DELIVERED. RELIABLY!
Apr 11th
As the trees and hedgerows come into leaf, the leisure community begins to ponder once again on the great outdoors and the places they want to explore and dream of new areas to discover, which inevitably leads them to think about the readiness of the caravans and motorhomes they rely on to reach these destinations and fulfil those aspirations.
Central to the success of every trip is having instant and reliable electrical power, available at the flick of a switch, to provide the energy needed for everything from interior and exterior lighting, to being able to relax with a coffee, in More >
OPEN AND SHUT CASE!
Apr 11th
Here’s an essential item for all kitcar enthusiasts. New from Car Builder Solutions is this new 55 2-piece Crimping Tool Set.
A ratcheting crimping tool for insulated terminals and butt connectors.
The kit contains:
1 x reel of insulation tape.
50 x 100mm cable ties
90 x M4 Ring – 30 Red, 30 Blue, 30 Yellow.
50 x Male Spade – 25 Red, 25 Blue.
60 x Bullet Male – 30 Red, 30 Blue.
50 x Bullet Female – 25 Red, 25 Blue.
50 x Butt Joiners – 25 Red, 25 Blue.
90 x Half Insulated Female – 30 Red, 30 Blue, 30 Yellow.
60 x Fork – 30 Red, 30 More >
SNOW PATROL
Apr 11th
One for our North American readers …
Hot air isn’t a good thing if you have an engine with a turbo or supercharger. Boost makes horsepower, but it also creates a lot of heat. The more boost, the higher engine temperatures can get. The next thing you know, you’ve got detonation issues and big problems.
A Snow Performance Stage 2.5 Boost Cooler solves that problem by injecting a water/methanol mix into the engine’s air intake. The system’s VC-50 progressive controller uses a MAP sensor to inject the mix in proportion to manifold boost pressure – the higher the pressure, the more water/methanol More >
HEATSHIELD FOR CARBS?
Apr 4th
Webcon now manufactures a heatshield for use on the Weber DCOE and DCO/SP range of carburetors.
With warmer temperatures and the consequent higher under-bonnet temperatures, just around the corner, hot fuel handling issues (especially with modern Ethanol fuels) are likely to become apparent on many carburettor-equipped kit and classic cars.
However, many of the heat-related running issues on Weber 40 and 45 DCOE installations can be easily and quickly reduced by installing these new Webcon Heat Shields. They deflect rising hot air around the body of the carburettor as well as providing an effective insulating air barrier underneath the carburettor.
The new Webcon More >
COOL DOWN WITH COOLEX
Apr 4th
Burton Power has announced that it is now a dealer for the Coolex range of radiators which can be fitted to the majority of classic Fords and thus thousands of kitcars.
Most Coolex Radiators are available in a choice of black or polished finishes.
Further details from 0208 554 2281 or www.burtonpower.com ENDS.
