Webcon has announced the reintroduction of the water outlet style inlet manifold to suit four/quad Weber 48IDA carburettors on a Ford 289/302ci small-block V8 engine.

Having been out of production for some years, the new manifold is now known as the ‘Cobra’ manifold and features the legendary Shelby name.

The Webcon Cobra manifold is made to the very highest standards and can be ordered as part number 9900890700 at £1048.70 inc VAT.

Alternatively, the manifold can be ordered complete with carburettors and linkage as part number K9103 for £4062 inc VAT.

Available now from 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.

Single-ear and twin-ear hose clamps are commonly used on both air and fluid lines, as they are ideal for demanding applications involving both soft or hard rubbers and plastics. The design also ensures a uniform clamping compression around the circumference of the hose clamp. The correct way of securing this sort of clamp is with a dedicated pair of hose clamp pliers, like this example from Laser Tools, part number 8261.

These are heavy-duty pliers, designed for fitting medium-sized single and twin-ear clamps, closed and open-ear type O-clamps and Oetiker-style clamps. The design allows minimum clamping effort for the operator while More >

Our friends at Merlin Motorsport are well-versed in servicing the racing fraternity with various performance and go-faster components, although they have also long been a favourite for kitcar enthusiasts.

Among their product line-up are Odyssey Extreme Batteries ideal for motorsport but also for lightweight kitcars and they are an excellent choice, both lightweight and powerful and built to withstand the extremes of racing and hardcore trackday or road use.

Their increased vibration resistance allows them to endure the constant pounding, extreme heat and vibration which performance engines can generate.

When charging your Odyssey battery there are a few considerations to take into account. More >

Launch UK has unveiled its newest jump pack, the ESP-150 Battery Booster Jump Starter, in time for the winter season.

According to the AA, a flat battery is one of the most common causes of breakdowns in the UK – especially in winter as the cold temperatures cause the battery to slow down and affects its ability to hold a charge.

In perfect timing for the winter season, Launch UK has introduced its new jump starter ready for those moments when a vehicle just won’t start. The ESP-150 Battery Booster is easy to use, store and charge.

Very portable it has a battery More >

As a quick, easy, convenient and accurate method of checking vehicle battery health, Laser Tools have recently introduced their Battery Tester (part number 8206).

This is a compact unit that accurately tests battery health and cranking and charging voltages. Enter the battery details from the battery label and the results are displayed on the easy-to-read LCD screen. The CCA (cold cranking amps) figure can be used to predict the lifetime of the battery, which is displayed by a level-bar indicator on the screen.

With easy-to-understand instructions, engine start voltage can also be measured as well as charging (alternator) voltage. Accurate to +/-0.05V More >