ICY WINDSCREEN – NOT GOOD SAY AUTOGLYM
Feb 22nd
Almost half of all UK motorists admit to not fully clearing their windscreen of snow and ice before driving off during winter months, according to a new nationwide survey commissioned by Autoglym, the UK’s largest vehicle care brand.
1000 car owners across the UK were asked if they ever drive off before their windscreen is completely clear of snow and ice during winter months, and 48 per cent answered ‘yes’ (14 per cent ‘yes, most of the time’, plus a further 34 per cent ‘yes, sometimes’).
Section 41D of the Road Traffic Act 1988 makes it a legal requirement to have a More >
BRIGHT UPGRADE
Feb 22nd
In recent years, headlight manufacturers have responded to price pressures by reducing choices and often quality for lower-volume items. The smaller 5¾in headlights fall into that category.
Instead of offering them either with or without a pilot light, there is now a ‘one cap fits all’ policy, with pilot light only. Instead of offering both premium and budget offerings, there is the budget option only. While this is understandable, it ignores the fact that many cars that have these headlights have been expensively restored and the proud owners are often looking for the highest quality items possible to replace the worn-out More >
NOT ONE BUT TWO ‘TRIGGERS’, DAVE!
Feb 22nd
ONE FOR OUR NORTH AMERICAN READERS – The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Dual-Trigger Grinder features two triggers for full-time, two-handed operation with improved control and job site safety. The permanent side handle is adjustable to one of fifteen positions and can pivot between 0- to 90-degrees to either side of the tool. A trigger on the top of the tool is ideal for working in confined areas.
The M18 FUEL Dual-Trigger Grinder 11-amp POWERSTATE brushless motor, four-speed variable throttle control from 3500-8500 RPM and an AUTOSTOP kickback control that senses extreme grinding wheels. The tool required a Milwaukee M18 battery, sold separately.
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A SHORT THROW
Feb 22nd
Fidanza is best known for its lightweight aluminium flywheels but the company now also offers a performance shifter for the popular 1999-2004 BMW M3.
Fidanza Short Throw Shifters are designed as a direct, bolt-in, factory replacement and reduce throw by up to 40 per cent for faster shifts.
Fidanza short-shift kits are precisely made with 6061 aluminium and hardened steel and manufactured with the same precision and to the same quality as Fidanza flywheels.
The Fidanza Short Throw Shifter for the 1999-2004 BMW M3 can be ordered as part number – 891855 at $184.79 plus shipping and import tax.
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THE MASTER
Feb 22nd
Mini Spares has commissioned the manufacture of a new brake master cylinder with a 0.75in bore and a period-correct flat top outlet rather than the current pointed type.
The brake fluid pipe goes directly into the flat top rather than to the original troublesome union (which is no longer available).
The larger bore is also ideal for cars with four-pot brake calipers or other performance modifications which demand more fluid and pressure.
The new 0.75in bore master cylinder can be ordered as part number GMC153 at £150.76 inc VAT.
Also, to complement the pre-1964 flat-top tank design, Mini Spares has made clutch (AAU4969FLAT) and More >
ALTERNATE STARTS!
Feb 22nd
DENSO introduces additional alternator and starter references to its aftermarket range.
DENSO is the world’s largest original equipment (OE) manufacturer of rotating electric parts, with a global market share of more than 25 per cent, and reflecting this position it has added seventeen more references.
These additions are solely for passenger car applications, with three alternators and fourteen starters, catering for references linked to 242 OE part numbers, covering 2,219 models and almost 63 million vehicles, the majority of which are for European manufacturers.
All these new additions are available immediately from DENSO distributors and can be found, along with the thousands of More >
COSSIE YB UPGRADED OIL PUMP!
Feb 15th
Burton Power has announced that it can provide a standard replacement oil pump for wet sump-lubricated Ford YB Cosworth Turbos.
Order as part number SC1260 at £122.50 (inc VAT).
All the necessary fittings for this pump are available separately from Burton Power.
More from 0208 554 2281 or via www.burtonpower.com ENDS.
UPGRADE FOR PINTO 2-LITRE
Feb 15th
Webcon is delighted to announce the reintroduction of the 38DGAS upgrade kit for the Ford 2-litre Pinto engine.
The sequential 38 DGAS 3.0 V6 carburettor is a direct swap for the Pinto’s progressive Weber 32/36 DGAV and has been jetted especially for the 2-litre engine. It is a perfect complement for a ported head and fast road cam.
1893000100 features the special air bush modification required to suit the 2-litre Pinto and is available in kit form as shown at £485.22 inc VAT.
Available directly from Webcon and from appointed Webcon dealers around the world.
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WHAT A HANDY TOOL A RECIPROCATING AIR SAW IS
Feb 15th
Introducing the latest innovation from Laser Tools: a handy and versatile reciprocating air saw (part number 8788). This cutting-edge tool (see what I did there?) is equipped with user-friendly features, including a safety lock-off throttle lever, adjustable-position rear exhaust, and a built-in two-speed design that significantly prolongs the lifespan of the blades.
This air saw incorporates a vibration-damping system that minimizes user fatigue by reducing vibrations to a low level, in compliance with EN ISO 28927-8 standards (3.3m/s2). The rear exhaust port is fully adjustable through 360 degrees, ensuring that exhaust air is directed away from the work area.
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SPEEDY REPAIRS
Feb 15th
BookMyGarage, the number one business generator for retail service and MOT work to garages across the UK, is delighted to announce the launch of a new marketing package for independent garages: Accelerate.
All independent garages can become part of the Accelerate programme, which has already proved profitable to bring in new customers. The package helps garages grow their own brand, maximise their profits and expand their customer base.
Accelerate garages will receive their own unique and dedicated proactive marketing programme.
This will include their own brand advertising on search engines, such as Google and Bing. Facebook campaigns are also included, with a page set More >
