MORE CHASSIS MAGIC FROM THE PIE VALLEY!
Nov 30th
Pie Valley Buggies, along with their mates at Kingfisher Kustoms, led by VW guru, Dave Fisher, has just announced a new chassis option that is intended to offer an update possibility to the thousands of VW Beetle-based kitcars that, by now, could be in need of a chassis change.
Pie Valley MD, Ed Morton, originally came up with a frame based around MGF/TF mechanicals, although he’s since revised this to accept the Volkswagen 1.8 FSI turbocharged unit.
The new chassis has been developed in association with FBS Census and Edge Devil designer, Robin Hall, a very clever man indeed, who has also More >
BRIGHTEN FADED STUFF
Nov 30th
Polytrol is another of the excellent range of products from Owatrol and it’s a versatile oil that restores dull and/or faded surfaces, including car trim and bumpers.
I used it on a mate’s bumper that was once black but had badly faded, almost to white. The reason is that the oils in the plastics rise to the surface and evaporate over time. I slapped a bit on to the bumper and it miraculously returned to its former glory.
The oil penetrates deep into the material’s surface and so is ideal for restoring gelcoat, plastics, metal and many other surfaces including concrete!
Polytrol also More >
COOL SEALANT
Nov 30th
I’d heard a lot about the automotive coating Hydrosilex Recharge, from friends in the USA, so I decided to give it a try.
I ordered the ‘Enthusiast Pack’ from their website. It contained their Rewind wax and grease remover, Silica soap and the main event, Recharge coating, along with three quality microfibre cloths. This cost $98, but I figure that if I was going to do this properly I should go the full Monty.
The Rewind product is pretty self-explanatory once you read the label and is used to removing the existing wax and polish from your vehicle’s service. Like most of More >
CHEQUER PLATE NOT CHEQUERED FLAG!
Nov 30th
Aluminium chequer-plate (also known as tread-plate) is a brilliant and versatile product. In motorsport, it’s mainly used for workshop benches and flooring to prevent slipping and provide grip.
It’s also commonly seen on the front wings or flat-beds of Land Rovers to provide some grip to anyone standing in these areas when doing some gnarly off-roading.
Not to mention the myriad kitcars that have it employed somewhere about them.
It’s strong, rust-resistant, easy to clean, requires no maintenance and of course, has good anti-slip and anti-skid properties.
There really are endless other uses including trailer floors, ramps, ladder/step treads, door kickplates, motorhome garage floors More >
MESH FOR DCOES
Nov 30th
Webcon has announced that its superb DCOE mesh filters are now back in production.
Designed to be used oil-free, the Webcon mesh filters feature two layers of stainless mesh around a high-performance filter layer to offer superior levels of filtration while offering almost no restriction to airflow.
Fitting takes only a matter of seconds and the only maintenance required is periodic cleaning. They add no more than 20mm to the end of the air horn, so you can be assured of the very finest filtration in the tightest of spaces.
Webcon mesh filters are supplied in pairs as follows: 40 DCOE AFM4056 or More >
FLOW WELL WITH EDELBROCK
Nov 30th
Edelbrock has announced its latest and most advanced electronic fuel injection system… the Pro-Flo 4 EFI.
The Pro-Flo 4’s key advancements are in the all-new compact and water-resistant ECU, which features a faster processor with an upgraded Bluetooth™ chip for more reliable connectivity with the system’s E-Tuner app. For advanced tuners out there, Pro-Flo 4 offers more options that give total control over cold starts and acceleration, all while retaining the simplicity that Pro-Flo systems are known for.
The unit does not require laptop tuning. The key to this user-friendly system is Edelbrock’s exclusive E-Tuner 4 application with base calibrations that have More >
WASHING-UP TIME
Nov 22nd
Sealey’s new professional, heavy-duty hot or cold water pressure washer has been designed for extensive domestic use through to heavy commercial use.
It is ideal for a range of applications including cleaning vehicles, commercial equipment, motorbikes, patios and decking. This unit has been fitted with a heavy-duty, upgraded induction electric motor with a diesel water heater.
A double motor (pump and burner) with three high durability steel pistons and aluminium axial pump is complemented by a vertical boiler with high-efficiency steel coil and safety valve.
For convenience, the PW2000HW is fitted with an ergonomic handle, accessory holder and automatic temperature regulation. A detergent More >
BREATHE WELL WITH EDELBROCK!
Nov 22nd
The Edelbrock AVS2 is the ultimate high-performance four-barrel featuring the innovative annular-flow booster ring with eight ports that deliver superior fuel atomization over the typical down-leg boosters found in other carbs.
The AVS2 distributes fuel more evenly into the airstream for improved performance and flat spots are eliminated as you accelerate from idle to full throttle.
Dressing up your engine compartment is all about the details. The right amount of chrome, polished, and black-finished parts is what earns praise whenever you lift the bonnet. Extra credibility is gained when your performance parts and accessories all match.
So, from now until the end of More >
GET PLUGGED IN WITH MERLIN
Nov 22nd
Another new product just in at Merlin Motorsport are these GOLD PLUG MAGNETIC SUMP PLUGS.
Available in lots of different threads, they’re a cost-effective way to keep small metallic particles from making their way into the oil in your engine.
Simply replace your existing sump plug with one of these at your next oil change. They’re nice quality, manufactured from Stainless Steel with an N45SH Neodymium specification magnet. All Gold Plugs are supplied with sealing washers.
For more information and to get yours visit www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk or 01249 782 101 ENDS.
PACKED FAIR AND SQUARE
Nov 22nd
Power Maxed, the vehicle care brand is known for developing high-quality, high-performance products in collaboration with prominent motorsport teams such as Power Maxed Racing in the British Touring Car Championship and Carlin in F2, British F3 and F4, has introduced a new product to its range, perfectly timed for Christmas.
The Power Maxed Car Valeting Pack enables a start-to-finish wash, using the included 1-litre Non-Acidic Wheel Cleaner to gently but effectively lift dirt from the surface without causing damage to any wheel types, followed by 1-litre Traffic Film Remover to spray the entire vehicle to loosen general dirt and grime to More >
