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CLUTCHING AT TRIUMPHS
May 4th
Fidanza Performance has announced that it has reintroduced its range of lightweight aluminium flywheels for classic Triumphs.
The range includes……… Spitfire 1967-1972 – 1300cc engine Spitfire 1975-1980 – 1500cc engine TR4 1961-1965 – will also fit TR2 & TR3 if TR4 starter is used TR4A 1965-1967 TR6 1971-1975 – 2.5-litre engine
Fidanza lightweight flywheels offer… • Faster throttle response and quicker acceleration • Additional horsepower to the wheels by reducing parasitic losses due to flywheel weight • Smoother, faster gear shifting • Easier braking, better slowing due to reduced rotational mass • Reduced clutch wear and improved efficiency from better heat dissipation More >
LIGHT? JUST RING
May 4th
Ring Automotive has created a range of four LED inspection torches that give exceptional light output without the bulk of an inspection lamp. They are specifically designed to withstand tough workshop conditions – perfect for automotive professionals and car enthusiasts.
Complementing Ring’s award-winning range of inspection lamps, the four Zoom Inspection Torches are made from high quality, durable aluminium – lightweight and able to withstand knocks and drops in a tough environment.
Product Manager, Jim Gross said: “We have developed a range of small, lightweight torches to light-up even the darkest areas of an engine bay. Being smaller and lighter means torches More >
SPRING CLEANING TIME
May 4th
Just in time for the new season, this very neat car wash kit from Gunson (part number 77150), contains everything you need to keep your cherished car looking its best.
The kit includes a handy folding bucket, a car washing mitt, large sponge (includes a ribbed area for easy insect removal), a wheel brush, a microfibre cloth and a window squeegee cleaner. With everything stowing neatly in the compact carrying case, the kit is ideal when travelling to a car show, and is also very useful for the caravan or boat owner.
An ideal gift for the classic car owner or anyone More >
ALUMINIUM-BODIED JEWEL
Apr 27th
Lincolnshire-based Martin Batho is a clever lad. Over 25-years’ experience in sheet-metal work and welding fabrication means that he is a bit of a dab-hand at making anything you want out of the material.
Several years ago, he produced his own aluminium-bodied Lotus Seven-inspired sportscar and made a rather nice job of it. He decided to offer a kit version commercially and impressed lots of people at last year’s Stoneleigh kitcar show and suitably encouraged he has spent the last 12-months developing it further and will be at this year’s show with the latest version of the MB1.
It really is a More >
A BIT ON THE SIDE
Apr 27th
If you are into advanced car care and detailing then you know that a dryer is a good addition to your armoury as it speeds up the time it takes to get rid of water from various parts of your car.
The Blaster SideKick, from Killer Brands, is ideal for those small drying jobs, engine bays, wheels, mirrors, headlights and grille surround where water likes to hide – corroding in silence and ready to streak the moment you drive away. The perfect car detailer.
The SideKick is also ideal for drying motorcycles be it sportbike or custom dripping in chrome. The dryer will More >
FILTERS ARE A WRENCH!
Apr 27th
Burton Power can now supply the latest K&N wrench-off oil filters for a number of popular Ford applications.
Each canister oil filter comes with a hex nut welded to the top of the canister so it can be easily wrenched-off with a standard tool. A hole is drilled through the wrench-off nut to secure the oil filter with a safety wire that is required in many types of racing. The canister features rolled threads to help prevent stripping and provides a smoother installation.
K&N Premium Wrench-Off Oil Filters are specially designed for high durability and high flow rates in extreme conditions. The More >
MIGS FROM MACHINE MART
Apr 27th
The excellent value and highly-popular MIG 135TE welder is ideal for use involving automotive repair and many other DIY jobs. It is very easy to set up and use, with features such as turbofan cooling for prolonged full power welding, coupled with professional style, non-live torches which are distinct advantages to the more inexperienced welder.
This model has power settings from 30-130amps and can weld mild steel up to 5mm thick. It comes in a stylish case with a hinged side door for easy access to the wire reel, which can hold wire sizes of 0.6-0.8mm. The gas bottle is stored More >
NEW BEETLE MOTORS
Apr 27th
Summit Racing is of the firm belief that old Beetles never really die, they just get restored, turned into Speedster replicas or beach buggies, hot rodded or even recycled.
As simple as a VW Type 1 engine is to work on, a lot of air-cooled fans would probably be happy with one of SCAT VW’s ‘0000 Mile’ Long Block engines.
These dual port long blocks have high performance baked right in and are ready for your induction system, headers, and ignition. The blocks feature a new engine case; cylinder jugs with forged pistons; cylinder heads; and these new components:
- Eight-pin cast crankshaft
- Chromoly I-beam More >
SAFETY FIRST WHEN WELDING. ALWAYS.
Apr 27th
Sealey’s NEW Welding Helmets feature True Colour technology for improved visibility, less eye strain and realistic colour recognition. A contoured design helmet, which has an adjustable headband for added comfort and a solar panel power supply, automatically switches from light to dark on striking arc.
There are sensitivity and delay controls that are adjusted by a rotary knob on side of the helmet. Suitable for MIG, TIG and arc welding they have a useful grinding function which enables the user to grind without removing the mask.
These welding helmets have infinitely adjustable shade control between 9-13, are available in black, blue, red More >
STICKY STUFF
Apr 27th
Amongst Merlin Motorsport’s plethora of useful products for motorsport, road and kitcar enthusiasts are some oft-overlooked workshop essentials.
For example, they carry the complete range of Hylomar products, masters of engine, gearbox and transmission sealants and adhesives, such as Hylomar Universal Blue and Hylomar M, which provide some of the best sealing and jointing available on the market today.
Go to – HYLOMAR page on the Merlin Motorsport website.
Likewise, they also have a full line-up of the excellent J-B Weld adhesives and sealants.
J-B Weld Cold Weld Reinforced Epoxy – Provides strong and long-lasting repairs to metal along with many other materials. Mixed at a ratio More >
