NO KNOB JOKES
Jan 30th
The latest release from MOMO is the Ultra Gear Knob; which features a fully machined aluminium body with a microfibre grip composed of material similar to that used on MOMO competition steering wheels.
The MOMO Ultra Gear Knob is ideal for either racing or as a stylish upgrade on roadcars. It is available in a choice of either black, blue or red with a ‘sticker-bomb’ effect of the MOMO logo around the collar and the iconic MOMO arrow logo on the top as proof of pedigree.
Stock due March 2020, pre-order now priced at £119.99 inc VAT each.
For more details call 01268 More >
WHEEL CLEANER PAR EXCELLENCE
Jan 30th
Latest Tenzi UK product to impress me is their Bleeding Rims, which is an iron fallout-type product.
The products are produced in Poland, where the company (motto ‘advantage through quality’) is one of the market-leaders.
Bleeding Rims is designed for cleaning wheels of stubborn metallic dirt, rust and dust from brake discs. Its name derives from the red colour that appears on contact with the wheel surface.
The amount it ‘bleeds’ shows how much dirt and crud has accumulated on the wheel rim. The product has a gel consistency and the product may also be used for cleaning aluminium, chrome and enamelled wheel More >
NO SLIP
Jan 30th
Quaife was chosen by the Ford Motor Company to supply limited-slip differentials for all three generations of the Focus RS. Ford also approved Quaife’s Fiesta and Focus ST products as aftermarket parts. This is the perfect endorsement of the pedigree and quality of Quaife’s products. The current Fiesta ST will also be offered with a Quaife ATB as a factory option.
Due to its Ford speciality, purchasing capacity and longstanding relationship with Quaife, Burton Power has been selected as an exclusive partner to market these Ford units. The associated cost savings are being passed on to Burtons’ customers so that they More >
BOOK OF WORDS
Jan 30th
DEI, the leading aftermarket manufacturer of thermal and acoustic control products, has just released its 25th Anniversary Edition Catalogue. The 56-page catalogue is packed with new products for multiple markets: automotive, Powersports, marine, aviation, motor-home/van and more. It offers a comprehensive range of heat and sound control products for race, road, off-road/Jeep®, restoration and show, UTV/ATV and motorcycle. With over thirty new products and over 100 new part numbers covering all the company’s brands (DEI, Boom Mat®, CryO2 and Radiator Relief), this catalogue is designed as a one-stop-shop for heat and sound control products that can be used for any More >
SOAPY SUDS
Jan 30th
I had a Caterham Seven to clean recently. It needed doing urgently. Filthy it was …
I needed an effective car shampoo but didn’t have time to use a pre-wash (snow-foam-type product) one that had the ability to dwell on the car’s bodywork, helping to remove road crud on impact.
I hate car shampoos that dry dirty, looking as if you haven’t even cleaned the car. You need one that removes dirt and is easy to rinse off. If it leaves a nice gloss, then that’s a bonus.
Therefore, I reached for the product of a tiny micro-car care company – Detailers Passion More >
CAN THE CAN
Jan 30th
With years of oil catch can research and development, Mishimoto has created what they claim is the most effective oil catch can on the market.
The patent-pending Mishimoto XL Baffled Oil Catch Can was designed to separate oil particles from the PCV/CCV air that would normally have just been routed back to your intake. The internal air diverter increases air turbulence and ensures all the oil sinks to the bottom of the can, leaving nothing but clean air to pass through the 50-micron bronze filter to the intake.
An internal baffle keeps the collected oil from splashing around under race conditions. This More >
THESE ARE HOT BUT STOP HEAT! EH?
Jan 30th
Webcon has announced the introduction of a brand-new Phenolic Style Heat Insulating Block to suit the Weber ICH and ICT range of carburettors.
With the ever-increasing levels of ethanol in modern fuels, more and more hot fuel handling issues are being reported, especially on aircooled VW engines. Therefore, the need for efficient heat insulation has never been greater.
All Webcon insulating blocks are completely manufactured in the UK. They come with gaskets bonded to both sides and are precision cut by laser to ensure the highest levels of accuracy. The product can be ordered as part number 9990005500 and is available from More >
A GOOD GAUGE
Jan 30th
Here’s something that is both cool and functional The Intellitronix Color Changing-Needle Gauge Panel features six analogue-style gauges with LED gauge needles that change colour depending on the gauge reading. That gives you an instant visual alert if your oil pressure spikes, fuel runs low, or you’re going a bit too fast.
The Intellitronix Color Changing-Needle Gauge Panel includes a speedometer and tachometer plus fuel, voltmeter, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges. You also get indicators, a high beam indicator, and a clock. The gauges feature night-time dimming and are mounted in a black polycarbonate faceplate with a clear acrylic cover.
The More >
TAXI!
Jan 23rd
If I had to put up a list of kitcar industry greats from say the last 20-years, I’d include a chap called John Barlow in that list without doubt.
I’m told that he’s retired now but I’ll believe that when I see it. He first came to our notice as the ‘B’ of JBA Engineering co-developing the Falcon traditional roadster with his ex-Leyland Trucks mates, Ken Jones and Dave Ashley, before departing the scene.
He next turned up running the Royale Motor Company in 1990 and those ten years of activity with models such as Drophead, Sabre and Windsor, really put him More >
A BIG LITTLE ELECTRIC VAN
Jan 23rd
Loving this little Morris JE Van, which comes from Morris Commercial and features electric power.
It’s not available as a kit but comes fully built only. The van is inspired by the fifties Morris J Van and I think captures the classic looks very well even retaining that unique and charming pear-shaped grille.
The company says that the JE Van can be tailored to suit a customer’s taste and/or corporate activities.
With a more than decent power-to-weight efficiency and the latest in battery technology, the new Morris JE is expected to have a range of 200 miles. Rapid charge enabled, the JE’s charge More >
