DISCOVERY CHANNEL
Aug 24th
A group of friends, Rob Turner, Thomas Cowley, Danny Pomfret and Mark Crates are the men behind the new RoToDaMa (the name comes from the first two letters of the protagonists first names) operation that has launched a forward control cab and pickup back based on Land Rover Discovery, which they’ve rather nicely called the ‘Rediscovery’.
As we know, old Discoverys rot out for fun and hundreds of thousands have met their maker due to rust, as a result. However, under the skin, structurally the cars are usually sound and that is something that Rotodama has literally based their business on.
Rugged, More >
FUNDING FOR CATERHAM CARS
Aug 24th
Caterham Cars has secured £1.15 million in new funding from Santander Corporate & Commercial to support the firm’s long-term plan for expansion as well as further develop its UK manufacturing capabilities.
The marque is already established in, and exports to, a large number of markets such as France, Germany, Japan, Switzerland and the USA and is investing for growth in these established markets but also new ones such as Taiwan and Colombia.
Santander Corporate & Commercial has become Caterham Car’s new day-to-day banking partner, with the initial funding viewed as potentially the start of a long-term partnership to support the firm’s wider More >
JUICY ORANGE
Aug 24th
All Purpose Cleaners (APCs) are a vital part of any dedicated car care enthusiast’s arsenal and there are some good ones on the market such as Meguiar’s APC and Grime Out by Britemax.
Another one I like a lot is Outrageous Orange™ by American brand Malco Automotive imported to the UK by the marvellous Slim’s Detailing. Of the many US brands, Malco keeps a low profile but their stuff is of the highest order.
Anyway, Outrageous Orange has a heady scent of orange, is bio-degradable and shifts grease, dirt and grime, for fun.
I was recently offered some ‘garage points’ by ‘er indoors More >
SLICK TYRES
Aug 24th
The great thing about quality car care products is that they do specific jobs very well, although it has to be said that some can be used on alternative jobs.
Take tyre dressings. There are literally hundreds available on the market, with many of them utterly useless. There are some good ones though and if you prefer a satin or high gloss look you’ll be well catered for.
Fireball’s Ultimate Tire Coating, which comes in a 500ml bottle and available in red (gloss) or blue (satin) forms is, in my opinion, a good one.
Personally, I prefer the red version as I like More >
IT’S IN THE HERITAGE
Aug 24th
Completely designed and manufactured in-house by Jenvey, the new Heritage Throttle Body has been developed with Aston Martin specialist GTC Engineering and boasts all the plus points associated with Individual Throttle Bodies (ITBs), yet manages to marry these with the subtle, understated looks of a period carburettor – ensuring that it won’t look out of place in the engine bays of any classic and retro vehicles.
The Heritage Throttle Body is an entirely homogenous replacement for traditional twin-carb setups that will fit any vehicle currently running any DCOE carburettor model.
Prices start at £620 for a single setup, a pair cost £1120 More >
DON’T LOSE IT
Aug 24th
Classic and kitcars can be easy prey for car thieves. That’s why Moss has now introduced the Classic Tracker and Immobiliser – a secure and reliable tracking service specifically for classic cars, kitcars and motorcycles!
A hidden self-install tracker uses GPS & GSM to establish and maintain the secure-status of your car. In the event of any unauthorised movement or tampering, you receive simultaneous SMS and email alerts and have access to real-time information on an app or the web that allows you to track movement of the vehicle on a moving map.
A remote relay enables you to immobilise your car More >
TO THE VICTOR GO THE SPOILS. MEET THE WINNERS DETAILING RANGE.
Aug 24th
Colin at Killer Brands does a great job with a wide range of car detailing and related products, some of which he imports from the States. However, lurking within the line-up are a couple of own brand products including the Winners Detailing range.
Priced at the budget end of the market nevertheless, the range belies its humble pricing and offers a strong level of value for money. I was asked to try their Winners Carnauba Paste Wax (containing 60 per cent Brazilian carnauba) and was extremely impressed.
In an industry where bright colours and nifty smells abound, the Winners Carnauba Wax is More >
IT’S GOOD TO LOOK BACK!
Aug 24th
B-G Racing has drawn on its extensive race experience and introduced a pair of universal wide-angle mirrors that are perfect for kitcar use given that rear view can be iffy. The convex glass provides a wide field of vision to give you the best view of what’s behind you.
The mirrors simply fasten to a rollcage using the bolt-on brackets provided for a secure fitment that will not vibrate loose. All brackets are slotted to provide a wide range of adjustment and are secured to the mirror using two wing knobs that allow for simple adjustment by hand.
The mirrors are available More >
ONE ORBITAL THAT DOESN”T DRIVE YOU MAD. UNLIKE THE M25!
Aug 24th
Sealey’s NEW DAS151 – Random Orbital Sander features variable speed control that ranges from 4000 to 7000rpm. Consisting of an alloy bevel gear head with composite motor housing, this model is supplied with a Ø150mm hook-and-loop backing pad and a side-handle.
There is also a rotating self-contained dust extraction port with dust collection bag. Optional dust-free adaptor with Ø28mm outlet for use with dust-free vacuums, model number DFS151.DFA.
For further details or to view Sealey’s range visit www.sealey.co.uk or alternatively call their customer service department on 01284 757500.
THEY’VE GOT A ‘FLARE’ FOR IT
Aug 24th
Rally Design has recently launched a new Blackline tool designed for bench or on-car use, and gives a perfect single or double flare every time and works with steel, kunnifer, copper, brass or aluminium and is simple to use.
The tool is priced at £31.51 inc VAT and available via www.rallydesign.co.uk or at the other end of 01227 792 792 ENDS.
