THE SERAPH AND BONITO STORY
Jun 16th
FIBERFAB AVENGER II SPAWNED THE BONITO AND THE SERAPH
If you want your new car to ‘fly out the door’ in big numbers by all means build it in a Lancaster Bomber factory – but using the help of a six-winged angel seems a step too far.
Dutch registered Bonito
Fiberfab of California was once arguably the biggest kitcar company in the world, alongside fellow American operation Classic Motor Carriages – the two would later join forces, but that’s another story – and had a convoluted not to mention dramatic history, since being founded in 1964 by Warren Harding, ‘Bud’ Goodwin and John More >
THIS IS A GREAT PRODUCT FOR THE KITCAR OWNER’S GARAGE
Jun 9th
A British inventor has developed a highly effective alarm to prevent theft from garages. The Defender Shock Contact Alarm is the first of its type to be awarded Gold by the Master Locksmith Association and meets UK Police recognised standards.
This powerful, dual function alarm is wire-free, has zero subscription fees and has both a contact sensor and a vibration sensor to protect against forced entry or sneak-in theft. The siren is triggered by the vibration sensor if the door is being forced, and by the contact sensor if the door is opened by someone who does not possess the entry code.
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NICE REFRESH
Jun 9th
The royal-warranted car care experts at Autoglym are delighted to release QuikRefresh, a time-saving new product that is specifically designed to rapidly restore that perfect ‘just washed’ finish with minimal effort.
It can be frustrating to see how quickly the pristine surface finish you worked hard to achieve is tarnished by environmental and road traffic fallout. Autoglym also recognises that busy modern life means it is not always possible to adjust a schedule to conduct a full interim clean. The solution to these issues is Autoglym QuikRefresh, the perfect product to keep your vehicle looking pristine by bridging the gap between More >
THE END OF THE THROTTLE!
Jun 9th
Webcon has announced the introduction of a throttle shaft end service kit for the early production of Weber DCOE carburettors.
Part number FK0004 is supplied with the correct leather washers, cups, springs, tabs, nuts and is essential for anyone refurbishing these early carbs. Each kit contains sufficient parts to service one carburettor.
FK0004 is priced at £19.38 inc VAT. Available NOW from 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk.
OOOH THE TENSION
Jun 9th
A rubber tensioner pad pressing against a moving timing chain will obviously wear and require replacement at some point.
Fortunately, Burton Power now has replacement double-width tensioner pads to suit the duplex timing systems found in Crossflow and Pre-Crossflow Ford Kent OHV engines.
The tensioner can be ordered as part number FP219DW and retails at £12.95 inc. VAT.
For further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281 or visit www.burtonpower.com ENDS.
PACK FOR THE TRACK!
Jun 9th
Brakes and excess heat don’t get on too well together. However, managing temperature is crucial for performance driving but difficult to achieve. EBC has a new product that might help.
Their new Track Pack makes it easier to manage temperatures and the kit includes new Super DOT 4 racing-spec brake fluid, ten caliper temperature strips and three heat paints and an applicator brush.
This will enable you to gauge and understand how hot your calipers and discs are getting when used hard on say, a trackday and also be able to make any adjustments to help improve performance.
Prices start at £178.80 inc More >
THE LIMOUSINE OF VACUUM CLEANERS
Jun 9th
Premium cylinder vacuum cleaner manufacturer, Miele has unveiled its most powerful vacuum cleaner to date.
The new cordless Miele Triflex HX2 is 60 per cent more powerful than its predecessor, Triflex HX1. In addition, it offers an extra-wide, intelligent floorhead that covers more ground in less time. A veritable allrounder, it combines exceptional cleaning performance, speed and flexibility with an improved user experience. Featuring a patented 3-in-1 design, the Triflex can be configured as a cordless handstick, cordless hand-held and cordless upright vacuum cleaner.
This pioneering system enables the user to quickly and easily change the setup of the Triflex to suit their cleaning needs in More >
SHINY TYRES
Jun 9th
Part of the Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions range is Graphene Acrylic Tyre Shine, a high-performance, wash-proof tyre shine formula that delivers months of protection and gloss.
The product is unique as it has microscopic graphene particles that penetrate and bond with the surface of your tyres which is said to help durability and chemical resistance.
A 680ml spray bottle costs £18 and is available via www.turtlewax.co.uk ENDS.
SUMMER BREEZE!
Jun 9th
With summer on its way, now is a great time to stock up on fans and air conditioning to keep you cool in the warmer weather.
Thankfully, at Machine Mart, we stock a wide range of products, designed for both domestic and industrial usage.
For domestic and commercial locations where effective ventilation is needed, Machine Mart sells several Clarke electric fans. With prices starting from £52.79 inc VAT, this range includes floor-standing fans, a box fan, a pedestal fan and a wall fan to suit whatever space you may have.
All models are 230V, have durable construction and come More >
SKIN PROTECTION FOR LIZARDS!
Jun 9th
One primarily for our American readers …
Nobody likes hanging out in a hot vehicle. Fortunately, LizardSkin Ceramic Thermal Insulation Coating can reduce interior temperatures due to engine and solar heat transfer by up to 30 degrees F.
Just spray a single coat on floorpans, door panels, and other interior surfaces. Unlike mat-style insulation, the water-based coating is easy to apply to irregular surfaces and creates a tough, seamless moisture barrier on exposed metal to prevent corrosion.
LizardSkin Ceramic Thermal Insulation Coating is water-based for easy clean-up, is Class-A fire-rated, and cures in approximately 24 hours. LizardSkin’s handy application calculator will help you determine how More >
