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OLD SCHOOL NEW SWITCHES FROM CAR BUILDER
Aug 25th
The latest batch of new products goodness from Car Builder Solutions has arrived at their Staplehurst, Kent HQ – don’t forget they have a shop onsite where you can personally collect your order. A lovely drive out in the Kent countryside is an added bonus of doing that.
Loving the range of old-school Bakelite-type switches that are new in including this on/off illuminated push/pull switch in green (they also have an orange one, too).
It mounts through a 12mm hole in panels up to 6mm thick. It features 1/4in spade terminals and is 16-amp. The knob (easy!) diameter is 2mm and the More >
WOOLIES OPEN TEMPORARY BRANCH AT BEAULIEU!
Aug 25th
Our friends at soft trim (and more!) parts meisters, Woolies will be at the Beaulieu International Autojumble on Sat 10th and Sun 11th September 2022. Obviously, it’s a great event, to find out more about it click here.
You will find Woolies in their usual location – Red Field – stand numbers R172, R173 and R174, near the information portacabin next to the embankment.
They will have a lot of products with them at the show but remember if you want a specific product(s) brought to the show please order in advance. This guarantees you will get what you came for and can save you time More >
SEALEY’S NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Aug 25th
Sealey’s latest promotion, valid from September 1 until the end of March 2023, showcases their New Lines catalogue showcases the continuous product development and commitment to incorporating the latest technology into their product range.
Sealey’s new 2180LE jack features an innovative 180° turning handle, which allows the jack to be used in the tightest of spaces. The heavy-duty chassis incorporates strengthening flanges along the top edge for extra torsional rigidity under load, while the profiled lifting arm allows a low clearance height of just 100mm, making it suitable for sports and custom cars. For safety, the heavy-duty, one-piece hydraulic unit with More >
LIBERTY F-6 – IT’S ACE!
Aug 18th
Pete Larsen of Seattle-based Liberty Motors has been producing cool three-wheelers for many years. Indeed, his Ace directly inspired the Morgan M3W and has now created the Ace F-6, which is powered by a Honda 1.8-litre engine but not from a Civic Type R but rather a Goldwing motorcycle meaning it is a flat-six unit, so must sound glorious.
Larsen worked closely with designer Pascal Golay of Rhino 3D and the shape is striking to these eyes.
The Goldwing is now up to its sixth version, but Larsen uses the fifth-generation engine and five-speed sequential gearbox. A Haltech ECU keeps things in More >
SIT COMFORTABLY IN HAWK CARS’ 289 REPLICA
Aug 18th
A new product from Hawk Cars are these early-style 289 Cobra replica seats which will appeal to a wider audience than just owners/builders of the company’s 289 flavoured replicas.
Another brilliant new product from Hawk Cars
These have a steel frame, panelled in aluminium and trimmed in leather with a carpet back. Hawk also produces the later style which have a rubber diaphragm rubber seat base.
As Hawk Cars boss Gerry Hawkridge says: “Purists will appreciate the option.”
More from www.hawkcars.co.uk or 01892 750 341 ENDS.
QUAD WEBER CONVERSION FOR ROVER V8
Aug 18th
The Webcon Quad Weber 44 IDF inline conversion has been a popular upgrade for the Rover V8 for quite a few years.
Now, Webcon is offering the special thermostat housing which is only used in the PRV403 kit as a stand‐alone item.
The housing will be useful to kitcar enthusiasts, engine builders, tuners, restorers and hot rodders alike. The housing can be ordered as part number 9990401300 and retails at £93.77 inc VAT.
For further details call 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
MEET DYN AUTOMOTIVE’S NEW RANGE OF WHEELS
Aug 18th
Great to hear that DYN Automotive run by Matt Neal formerly of Team Dynamics wheels are now available in the UK.
They have three styles currently available and of particular interest to kitcar enthusiasts will be the Pro Race LT which is an evolution of the original Pro Race 1.2, with ‘LT’ standing for ‘lightweight’.
They were originally developed for World Touring Cars but have now been rolled out and are pressure cast with a flow-formed rim.
The sizes available are:
7in x 15in
8in x 15in
8in x 17in
8in x 18in
7in x 16in – due end of year
7in x 17in – due soon
8½in x 19in More >
SANSOM NOT SAMSON AND DEFINITELY NO DELILAH
Aug 18th
INTRODUCING SANSOM CAR CARE …
A brand that I am a big fan of is Sansom Car Care and although only established in 2019 just before a global disaster they have made great strides and won lots of friends with the quality of their products.
Cabin Care interior cleaner costs £9.95 for 750ml
Not only do their potions and elixirs have great packaging, bright colours and heady scents but most important of all they work beautifully. Several of their range feature in my ‘go-to’ list of products.
Accelerate wheel cleaner costs £7.95 for 750ml
A wide range of products covers all categories of car care More >
HOSE CUTTERS
Aug 18th
New into the Laser Tools range are these heavy-duty hose cutters (part number 8370), suitable for use on rubber pipes and hoses, including heater and coolant hoses up to 32mm in diameter. The cutters ensure a straight, clean and effortless cut every time.
The sturdy and sharp stainless-steel blade is mounted into a composite body, with spring-loaded handles that feature thermoplastic soft grip inserts for comfort and repeated use. The cutters feature a safety-locking function to ensure the edge of the cutting blade is enclosed when not in use. Spare blades are also available.
Available now from your Laser Tools stockist – More >
USE THIS NOT THE KITCHEN SINK!
Aug 18th
The best-selling Clarke CW1D Floor Standing Parts Washer provides a simple way to clean components covered in oil, grease and dirt. An internal pump continuously circulates the cleaning fluid, delivering it to just where it’s needed.
An essential product for any garage or workshop, the CW1D has a tank capacity of 75 litres, a fluid capacity of 45 litres and has a maximum pump rate of 90 litres per hour.
This model has a flexible link to automatically close the lid in the event of a fire. There is also an integral, replaceable filter.
The CW1D requires a 230V power supply.
This model is available More >
