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BOXER ADDS EVEN MORE PUNCH TO ABS MOTORSPORT!
Sep 8th
Tony Bucknall of ABS Motorsport from Binbrook, Lincolnshire has been on to tell us that he has added to his already extensive range of Mini kit and Mini specials in GRP panel form with the arrival of the Alto Boxer.
The later body conversion sister to the Alto Duo from Dave Gornall of Alto Cars the Boxer also had plenty of potential but didn’t really fulfil it although it remains a very attractive car to these eyes.
His range of GRP panel kits is amazing and includes – Eurosport 7, Rogue, Sportpack, Lamme, Euro Lamme, Cheater, MTEC, Salsa, Fortec, Monte Carlo, Turbo More >
HYPER HIPERCAR FROM ARIEL
Sep 1st
Ariel Motor Company, manufacturers of the Ariel Atom and Nomad cars as well as the Ariel Ace motorcycle, has released further details and first photographs of the HIPERCAR ultra-high performance electric sportscar due for low volume production.
Designed by Ariel Electric Ltd, part of the Ariel Group, HIPERCAR (standing for High-Performance Carbon Reduction) is shown for the first time with production intent bodywork and as a fully operational prototype. As with other Ariel vehicles, the focus of HIPERCAR is on extreme performance, light weight, agility and usability, now coupled with zero emissions plus the option of a lightweight turbine range extender. More >
BURTON ROCKS IT IN RED
Sep 1st
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If you are looking to dress up your Ford’s engine bay then Burton Power has just the thing – a BURTON alloy red rocker cover.
It is suitable for all Pre-Crossflow and Crossflow Kent engines including the transverse version used on early Fiestas (although the filler cap is at the opposite end of the cover).
The rocker cover will secure to the original holes in the cylinder head using four FP453 bolts and can be ordered as part number FP227RED at £139.90 inc VAT.
It isn’t suitable for Kent engines converted to dry sump and for further details call 0208 554 More >
BEETLE INTAKE
Sep 1st
For many years, Webcon has offered a superb twin Weber 45DCOE kit to suit the VW 1.6 and 1.8 eight-valve engines.
However, for some tuners, the twin setup is not suitable either for space or race regulation reasons; the only option is to fit a single DCOE, but, up until now, single DCOE manifolds have been extremely difficult to find.
Webcon is therefore pleased to announce the introduction of a quality intake manifold to allow the fitment of any size of Weber DCOE or DCO/SP to the VW 1.6 and 1.8 8 valve engines.
Using a crossover design to ensure even fuel distribution, More >
STICKY ADHESIVE
Sep 1st
This summer the UK experienced high temperatures the like of which we’ve never seen before, so it’s good to know DEI has improved the formula of its Hi-Temp Spray Adhesive.
The new formula is sure to maintain its bond despite the hottest of heatwaves.
Now you can park your car in the sun, safe in the knowledge that DEI’s Hi-Temp Spray Adhesive won’t let go. The headlining will stay where it’s supposed to be and not draped over the seats!
DEi has also redesigned the can and made it bigger; so it will go even further so that you can get even more More >
PATCHES
Sep 1st
New from Car Builder Solutions is this new Liqui Moly Exhaust Repair Bandage.
It repairs small holes and cracks in exhaust pipes and silencers and comes with a tub of heat-resistant exhaust paste and one metre of 60mm wide ceramic tape.
You will need to clean any loose rust, grease or dirt from your repair area, give the repair paste tub a shake and apply the paste to the pipe, then a layer of bandage and paste, alternately as you wrap the repair. Secure with wire until cured.
Exhaust heat will cure the paste and complete the repair and it can withstand temperatures up More >
LIGHT UP DARK NIGHTS
Sep 1st
With darker nights coming Machine Mart wants to make the point that they stock a wide range of free-standing work lights and floodlights to help keep you in action over the winter months.
Their lights are all portable and have an IP44, IP54 or IP65 rating, making them suitable for internal or external use.
We supply lights on a strong, sturdy tripod or with a useful carry handle meaning they can also be used for a variety of purposes.
The Clarke COB10CR is a rechargeable work light, ideal for site or home use, offering a 650lumen floodlight and 2½ hours of working time More >
LOWERED MANUAL
Sep 1st
In keeping with its policy of producing parts for the classic Mini which are no longer available from the original source, Mini Spares is pleased to announce the introduction of a Lowered Engine Mount Bracket for manual transmission Minis.
This engine mounting bracket fits to the alloy bracket (12G1318) on the front cover of the gearbox which also holds the radiator support bracket.
The bracket can be ordered as part number 12A361 at £54.72 inc VAT.
For more details call 01707 607 700 or visit www.minispares.com ENDS.
SUPERCHARGE YOUR TYPE 1 VEEDUB ENGINE
Aug 25th
Now, here’s a brilliant new tuning kit for Volkswagen Type 1 air-cooled engine. Therefore, it has massive potential for most Beetle-based kitcars including Speedster, 550 Spyder and RSK replicas. It’s a supercharger kit for the Type 1 unit from aviation jet engine engineers, Mark Allen and Dave Godfrey of Nottinghamshire-based Kompressorhaus.
Two versions of the kit are available – the Sleeper at £1295 inc VAT includes items such as Serpentine pulley kit, Aisin AMR500 supercharger, stainless-steel brackets, pipework, fasteners and more. The Ultimate package costs £1650 inc VAT and adds genuine twin Weber DCOE carbs which are pre-tuned and tailored to your engine. The Ultimate better suits 1600cc More >
KITCARS AT THE BOAT SHOW
Aug 25th
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The latest missive from Tim Dutton is, as always, short but very sweet and to the point.
Tim will be at the Southampton Boat Show (Friday, September 16 to Sunday, September 25) and can be found floating at pontoon ‘M015’ and will have the new facelifted version of their Surf model on display.
We haven’t got an image of a revised Surf yet but here’s one Tim made earlier.
More from www.timdutton.com ENDS.
