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LITTLE BIG LEAD LIGHT!
Oct 18th
Get light into the tightest of spaces in the engine bay, with the new Ring RIL3900HP MAGflex Pivot LED inspection lamp. At just 6mm thick, it is Ring’s slimmest-ever inspection lamp – designed to help get light into as many hard-to-see spots as possible. It also features the signature MAGflex pivot and ratchet movement, which allows the light to be positioned exactly where it is needed.
The MAGflex Pivot combines small size with exceptional light output. Foldable and pocket-sized, it has been developed to be easy to carry around the workshop and once folded, the lens is protected against scratches and More >
GASKETS FOR AMERICAN V8 ENGINES FROM SUMMIT
Oct 18th
Make your short block V8 assembly go a little smoother with an SCE Short Block Base Kit (SBBK) gasket kit.
The kits come with top-quality SCE timing cover, water pump, and fuel pump gaskets, plus a silicone or Viton rear main seal depending on the application. Having one less thing to sort out is always welcome.
Applications
• Small Chevy, 1- and 2-piece rear main seal
• Big Chevy Mark IV and V
• GM LS
• Small Block Ford 260-351W
• Ford 351C and 351M
• Ford 352-428 FE
• Ford 429-460
• Small Chrysler 273-360
• Big Chrysler B and RB
• Chrysler 426 Hemi
• AMC 290-401
• Buick 400-455
• Olds More >
IT’S THE KING OF FILTERS!
Oct 18th
Webcon has announced the introduction of the legendary Filter King fuel filter and regulator assembly, to its range of products.
The Filter King fuel filter features a glass bowl to easily assess the condition of the replaceable filter, a pair of push-on 5/16in – 8mm fuel unions, a universal mounting bracket, and a captive thread to allow fitment of a fuel pressure gauge (the use of Webcon WFR150 0-15psi fuel pressure gauge is recommended).
The Filter King is a genuine Malpassi product, and works in the 1.5 – 7psi range so is suitable for all Weber carburettor installations. Order as part number More >
STAINLESS ENDS. NEAT.
Oct 18th
Aeroflow Performance now offers the option of Stainless Steel Hose End Fittings, produced from 304-grade stainless steel, which provides superior strength and durability.
The fittings are available in a range of different sizes and angles and are perfect for use in brake and clutch assemblies. Aeroflow recommends that they are used with 200 and 250 Series PTFE-lined hose.
Prices start from £13.19 inc VAT with more information available from 01268 764 411 or HYPERLINK “https://www.b-gdirect.com” www.b-gdirect.com ENDS.
MARLIN EXi STILL SUPER ‘SEXY’!
Oct 11th
Although it’s never really been away, Marlin’s excellent EXi has been enjoying good sales of late and has been re-launched. There’s also a slight change of name from ‘5EXi’ to ‘EXi’.
The Devon-based company, run by Terry Matthews, has been concentrating on their BMW diesel-powered Sportster model in recent months, but have now turned their attention to the EXi, once more.
It’s a car I’ve always enjoyed, indeed, I spent some time with one at the Nordschleife some years ago and had a great time, aside from running out of petrol on one lap, but moving swiftly on.
These days, Marlin concentrate solely More >
NEW LED 7IN HEADLIGHTS FROM WIPAC
Oct 11th
A new version of the classic 7in headlight from Wipac, which is designed to replace any existing 7in headlight, as fitted to the classic Mini and subsequently used on thousands of kitcars, of course.
These headlights are exclusively designed and manufactured and are Wipac-branded on each lens and Wipac has invested heavily in time and components to ensure that in their opinion, these are the best available on the market.
They come fully ‘E’ marked for IVA compliance and are road-legal in the UK and throughout Europe. They give an intense white LED ‘halo’ sidelight and come in black or chrome.
The headlights More >
COMPACT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS
Oct 11th
Burton Power has recently released a short body version of its normal ¾in master cylinder.
This brake/clutch master cylinder is ideal for compact installations, being 25mm shorter than the normal BRK016 master cylinder, with a body casting length of just 80mm as measured from the mounting flange.
The cylinder has a 7/16in UNF inlet, a 3/8in UNF outlet, 57mm mounting bolt centres and an M8 threaded rod.
The short body master cylinder can be ordered as BRK075 and at just £35.10 each inc VAT and it is an affordable way to solve the problem of a cramped engine compartment in a kitcar.
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KEEP TAKING THE TABLETS!
Oct 11th
vGroup International has launched a new highly environmentally-friendly and effective screenwash tablet, to help support the campaign against the use of plastic bottles.
Teal blue in colour, with a pleasant blue raspberry smell, the product will be available under the new P1 Autocare brand in blister packs of one, three and six tablets.
Each tablet, or pod, creates five litres of screen wash, a three-pod pack fifteen-litres and a six-pod pack thirty-litres of screenwash meaning that they create more screenwash than the majority of water bottles can hold, ensuring less waste.
Originally launched in Germany, it is the only screenwash used by BMW More >
THIS IS A VERY COOL PRODUCT
Oct 11th
Here’s a very cool product, hailing from popular car care company, Sam’s Detailing and this one is a little gem.
Ceramic coatings are the latest buzzword in car care, and they are great. It’s like a Teflon non-stick surface for your car’s body.
Trouble is, you need to apply them properly and carefully. Go off-piste and you’ll find them virtually impossible to remove. Ceramic Boost from Sam’s Detailing features the best, and user-friendly aspects of ceramic coatings, Si02.
Pre-wash with snow foam and then shampoo the body, then simply spray on Ceramic Boost while it is still wet.
Once done, you immediately wash it More >
NEW BA SOCKET AND SPANNER SET FROM LASER
Oct 11th
If you are working with BA fasteners then turn to Laser Tools – this new BA socket and spanner set (part number 7132) covers the most commonly used sizes.
BA (British Association) screw thread sizes cover a range of small screw thread, originally being specified at the end of the nineteenth century as the British standard fastener for small electrical devices and scientific equipment. The design of the BA thread profile lends itself to low-torque applications. They are used for miniature instruments, clocks, optics, moving coil meters, conduit boxes, micro applications and modelling. BA fasteners can still be found on classic cars More >
