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KEEP HYDROLASTIC SUSPENSION ‘PUMPED’ UP
Nov 7th
Some early Minis – and therefore, some kitcars – have ‘hydrolastic’ or ‘wet’ suspensions. This means that they ride on four bags filled with pressurised fluid akin to antifreeze.
As the systems age, they are prone to lose pressure and so require pumping up. Nowadays your neighbourhood garage might no longer be equipped to do this! Thus, you, your mechanic, or your club may want to invest in this unique Hydrolastic Suspension Pump to keep the ‘wet’ cars on the road.
This Mini Spares pump will also pump up Metro hydrogas units as well as any car fitted with hydrolastic units.
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ON THE LINE
Nov 7th
Whether it’s on the road or on the track, HEL Performance Braided Stainless Steel Line and Hose Kits from Summit Racing eliminate spongy brake and clutch pedals for consistent performance.
Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hose Kits HEL Performance Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hose Kit features stainless steel fittings machine-crimped onto high-quality, 304-grade stainless steel braided hose with PTFE inner cores.
The hose ferrules feature internally located locking grooves that aligns with a matching channel on the fittings, ensuring that the fittings never detach from the hose.
HEL Performance Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hose Kits come with your choice of clear or coloured PVC outer More >
TROLLEY DOLLY!
Oct 31st
New from Laser Tools is this vehicle shell and major assembly dolly (part number 8893), a versatile transport dolly that’s a game-changer for body shops, motorsport prep, and restoration projects. This heavy-duty trolley comes with independently adjustable, load-bearing posts, making it perfect for supporting vehicle chassis, bare shells, subframe assemblies, and even EV battery units. Plus, with its substantial braked wheels, moving these components around has never been easier – supports up to 900kg.
This dolly is built tough for the demands of professional workshops and serious enthusiasts.
Versatile and fully adjustable: from 680 – 1280 mm wide and 1150 – 1750 More >
COSSIE PARTS
Oct 31st
Webcon has just re-released a Group ‘A’ uprated BAE504F replacement ignition coil to suit the Ford Sierra Cosworth.
This genuine Webcon coil is a direct replacement for the standard coil and can be ordered as Webcon part number WIC044.
The coil is suitable for the Ford Sierra Cosworth 3 Door, 5 door, 4WD and RS500 models Part number WIC044 is available at £78.27 inc VAT
Available directly from Webcon on 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
HUT HUT HUT
Oct 31st
From design and circuitry to programming and assembly, Speedhut electrical/electronic gauges are meticulously made in the great state of Utah. And talk about choices – Summit Racing carries several styles of Speedhut gauges, including gauges designed specifically for Jeep CJs, air-cooled VWs, JDM Datsun Z cars, and Humvees.
They even have Speedhut gauges for aftermarket EV conversions.
Speedhut’s Revolution Series Gauges are available in a wide variety of sizes and ranges. There are 50 versions of speedometers alone.
The gauges are microprocessor-controlled and feature high-torque stepper motors for precision readings. Revolution Series Gauges have a aluminium bezel and LED lighting. They also have a spin-lock ring More >
WEBCON CARB UPGRADE FOR PINTO 2-LITRE
Oct 24th
Webcon has announced the reintroduction of the 38DGAS upgrade kit for the Ford 2-litre Pinto engine. Suitable for plenty of kitcars, then.
The synchronous 38 DGAS 3.0 V6 carburettor is a direct swap for the Pinto’s progressive Weber 32/36 DGAV and has been jetted especially for the 2-litre engine. It is a perfect complement for a ported head, fast road cam and performance exhaust system.
1893000100 features the special air bush modification required to suit the 2-litre Pinto and is available in kit form as shown at £485.72 inc VAT.
Available now from Webcon and from their official dealers around the world with more info from 01932 787 100 or via www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
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THESE ARE GREAT DEVICES
Oct 24th
Christmas socialising brings all the joys of the season. However, watch your alcohol intake as it’s very easy to drink too much the night before and then get behind the wheel the next morning with alcohol still in your system.
The AlcoSense Pro personal breathalyser uses a slightly smaller version of exactly the same sensor in several UK, US and European Police breathalysers.
So, it’s extremely accurate. If you’re close to, or over, the limit the Pro will alert you not to drive.
It even has a ‘Time Until Sober’ and ‘Retest’ alarm, a Blow Coach to help you breathe into it correctly – and it’s temperature More >
LASER LIGHTS YOUR GARAGE FOR YOU
Oct 24th
Laser Tools is excited to introduce three innovative additions to their lighting range:
The 9043 Pull-Out Rechargeable Work Lamp offers a dual-function lighting solution, combining a 500-lumen COB work lamp with a 100-lumen LED torch. Powered by a rechargeable 3.7V 1600mAh polymer battery, this compact yet robust tool is designed for demanding workshop environments. Its durable ABS plastic body features knurled thermoplastic rubber (TPR) grips for enhanced handling, along with a rotatable magnetic base and a hanging hook for flexible mounting options.
The COB work lamp automatically activates when pulled out and can be rotated 180°, providing precise illumination where needed. The LED torch More >
CLARKE IMPACT WRENCH WINS NATIONAL AWARD
Oct 24th
Machine Mart’s range of Clarke Battery Powered Impact Wrenches are trusted to deliver powerful performance all day long. Whether removing the front sprocket on a classic Yamaha or loosening hub nuts on your car, Clarke wrenches pack a punch.
The quality of these tools has been recently recognised in Auto Express’ Best Buy Awards. Highlighting the features of the new, improved Clarke CIR18LIC (£173.99) ½in Drive Impact Wrench, the reviewers stated:
“Clarke’s top-of-the-range device has a brand new motor and it’s very good.”
In trialling the device they observed:
“With 400Nm on tap, it whizzed off the wheel nuts with ease, and the hub nut presented no problem…”
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GET A QUICK LIFT TOP THE SUMMIT!
Oct 24th
If you need to lift a vehicle that’s heavier than an ordinary one-tonne floor jack can handle or want to give your aching knees and back a break, Summit Racing has some new shop gear you’ll want to see.
Summit Racing™ 3 Tonne Floor Jacks Our 3 Ton Floor Jacks feature a dual piston design with quick lift pump action, ball-bearing rear casters for better mobility across your shop or garage floor, and a durable powdercoat finish.
The Standard Floor Jack is made from high-strength steel. It has a minimum lift height of 5.10in and a maximum lift height of 18.60in.
The Low Profile Floor Jack is also all-steel and More >
