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GAME, SET AND MATCH
Mar 27th
This self-contained Clarke 242-piece toolset and chest (CHT497) from Machine Mart offers really amazing value and will be a delight for any kitcar enthusiast or home mechanic keen on servicing and repair.
The kits features include: 25 assorted ¼in drive sockets including standard and deep reach sizes (metric 4-11mm, AF 5/32in – ½in), 36 assorted 3/8in drive sockets including standard and deep reach sizes (metric 9-19mm, AF 3/8in – 13/16in), eight standard ½in drive sockets (AF 7/16in – 7/8in) plus 21mm spark plug socket. Also included are three ratchet handles, three pliers, two extension bars and a ¼in x 3/8in adaptor, More >
AIRTEX? NOT JUST A T-SHIRT!
Mar 27th
Mini Spares is now able to offer their own reproduction of the Rover Airtex large impeller, higher capacity water pump.
The original has been unavailable since the Rover tooling was scrapped. Fitted with a PPS, glass-filled plastic impeller, as used by Jaguar and Aston Martin, it reduces weight on the bearing loading and has a triple lip seal, which gives a better controlled flow rate through the rev range.
The pump is about 130gm lighter than the original pump and uses the rolled edge gasket facing developed by Rover for better sealing. Tested with coolant pumping at 10,000 rpm, with no detrimental More >
NEW WHEEL IS A QUANTUM LEAP
Mar 27th
With the mainstream motor manufacturers offering a wide choice of alloy wheels themselves, you have to offer something pretty special to tempt the owner to buy an aftermarket alloy.
Fortunately, the Italian brand, MOMO, has plenty of experience in producing stunning designs that go beyond what the mainstream would dare to offer – the new Quantum Evo is no exception.
This cutting edge alloy features dished spokes to make the wheels look even wider that they are, ultra-modern diamond cut spokes and the iconic ‘MOMO Italy’ centre cap as a badge of pedigree.
The Quantum Evo is available in matt anthracite and diamond More >
A TRIBUTE TO BMW, MAZDA, TRIUMPH…
Mar 19th
Chris hasn't sent us an image of a 250SWB so here's an equally nice MX250, instead.
As usual, with the National Kit Car Motor Show approaching, fast, there’s rumblings down in Dorsetshire and plenty of midnight oil burning going on as Tribute Automotive work feverishly to get their latest projects and new demos ready in time for the show.
This always involves added pressure as Chris and Dan never trailer their stuff to shows, they endure a baptism of fire and drive the freshly constructed vehicle to its weekend destination. Thus far they’ve obviously been doing something right because apart from a More >
NOW, THAT’S COOL
Mar 19th
Latest MX-5 body conversion on the scene is the as yet un-named Roadster from serial exotic replica builder, Dave Wilson, of Macclesfield.
This is Dave’s first commercially-available product and it requires no revisions to the MX-5’s floorpan or other structures with the new panels being bonded or bolted into place. Dave also supplies a new bonnet and bootlid, which require fitment by separate steel frames that will be supplied within the kit package.
Prices have yet to be set but Dave tells me that the aim is to be affordable. The car will make its debut at the forthcoming National Kit Car More >
STAY DRY
Mar 19th
A product that we’ve had a really positive experience with comes from Machine Mart in the form of the Clarke DH20 20-litre Dehumidifier, which we used in one of our storage units where we store our magazines.
It’s water-tight and quite dry but during a wet-spell over the winter I stuck the DH20 in there for a couple of hours and really was incredibly impressed with the job it did, removing a load of water from the atmosphere and I was keen to prevent any damp patches from forming because magazines and dampness don’t go well together.
The unit features a tank More >
EXTENDED LIGHTING UP TIMES
Mar 19th
A decent, dependable torch is an essential item for any vehicle. Whether you’re arriving at your destination in the dark, in need of an emergency stop or searching for something in the boot of the car, the last thing you want is to be stranded without light.
Ring Automotive has added to its award winning range of torches with the RIL80 LED Extendable Lamp. The lamp contains 10 super white LEDs in a compact, telescopic body. The LEDs activate instantly when the light is extended.
On the top of the unit is a one-LED high-powered torch which is operated by the on-off More >
KEEPING LINKS OPEN
Mar 19th
As a partner to its DGV manifold, also released this month, Webcon has also announced a linkage kit for the Weber DGAV/DGV manifold for the Ford Pinto engine.
The kit is a very close reproduction of the OEM Ford linkage used in the 1970s and 80s, and is supplied complete with bracket, throttle rod, U-bracket, spring clip and bolts.
The linkage kit can be ordered as part number LP4232 and retails at £78.59 inc VAT.
Available directly from Webcon and their official dealers around the world with details from 01932 787 100 or www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
NEW POWER OPTIONS
Mar 19th
Born out of grassroots racing, BluePrint Engines has established itself as a go-to source for builders looking for reliable horsepower. That reputation makes a BluePrint crate engine a great option for kitcars, daily drivers, racecars, powerboats, rock crawlers, and high-performance street cars. BluePrint Engines provides a 30 month/50,000 mile warranty on its complete automobile engines.
Summit Racing offers BluePrint Engines’ fully-dressed crate engines, bare blocks, and cylinder heads. Each BluePrint crate engine is thoroughly balanced and rigorously dyno tested to ensure accurate performance results and reliability. Most of BluePrint’s crate engines can be had either in base trim or fully-dressed, which More >
MORE NICETIES FROM MOMO
Mar 19th
The Italian brand of MOMO has among the market-leaders in ergonomic gear-knobs, steering wheels, stylish road wheels and winning racewear for over half a century, so the name itself has gathered a considerable kudos.
The latest range of alloy gear-knobs leave you in no doubt who is behind the simple, yet sophisticated and slim design. The top pad is printed with the iconic MOMO logo with a second MOMO legend on the base ferrule, providing a true racing look for any street, classic or racecar.
However, there’s more to the SK50 gear-knob than just fine looks. It’s been machined from billet aluminium More >
