BUILD A BIG BORE VEEDUB
May 18th
SCAT Enterprises has been where it’s at for Volkswagen performance since 1967. The company grew with the Southern California VW scene in the 1960s and 1970s; today SCAT Enterprises offers nearly everything you need to build a better classic Bug, Bus, dune buggy, or VW-based kitcar.
SCAT VW engine kits feature all-new parts and take the guesswork out of building a reliable engine. They are available with a hypereutectic cast or forged piston and cylinder package to build a 1300, 1500, or 1800cc engine. Most kits include:
- Eight-pin cast crankshaft
- 4340 forged I-beam or H-beam connecting rods
- 4340 steel gland nut and thick washer
- Performance More >
A TRIUMPH!
May 18th
Webcon has announced the re-introduction of the now very rare, triple manifold set to allow fitment of Weber DCOE carburettors or throttle bodies to the ever popular Triumph GT6 and Vitesse six-cylinder engine as used on plenty of kitcars over the year.
Part number MT0091 is supplied with studs, nuts and soft-mounts, as well as the major linkage components and is priced at £462.38 inc VAT. Available now via 01932 787 100 or via www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
ANOTHER CORKER FROM DAVE JONES
May 12th
Really impressed with the result of Dave Jones latest labours, the GTE, which although not a replica has more than a few tips of the hat to a 288 GTO.
The car is a body conversion based around a Toyota MR2 Mk2 (1989-2000) and any model of that breed can be used for GTE purposes. Dave’s demo car features a Woodsport Toyota (3-VZ) 3-litre V6 conversion, which is a popular transplant in MR2 circles, these days.
As with all Dave’s kits, the package will provide you with everything you need to convert your MR2 with the 33-piece GRP kit if top quality and More >
DOCTOR BLUNDALL WILL SEE YOU NOW
May 12th
A manufacturer keeping a very low profile but producing high quality work while doing it, while also being extremely busy with orders and builds is Warwickshire-based Speedster Clinic run by the superb character that is Gary Blundall.
Gary and his small team offer several models on the Porsche 356 theme, including 356 Speedster, 356 Coupe and his new 356 Pre-A (he’s also got a couple of other secret new projects up his sleeve, too!).
Several things set Speedster Clinic apart including the fact that they offer their kits in bolt-on, using shortened VW Beetle floorpan guise or their ‘Deluxe’ kits that use More >
DELIGHTFUL LITTLE 2RIKE
May 12th
Great to see Craven Moses of 2rike exhibiting in Hall One at the recent Stoneleigh show, a year after impressing lots of people when parked outside with his little sports trike.
The result of that for the skilled engineer was a small handful of order requests and a decision to go into kit production on a gentle, small scale.
The diminutive little 2rike was designed from the outset to accept a wide range of motorcycle donors, although the Yamaha R1 presents a great case for itself. The kit, which costs £4500 accepts a big chunk of the bike as effectively you remove More >
USEFUL THESE
May 12th
A great addition to your tool collection is this set of mini-ratcheting spanners. I’ve been trying out this set from Proxxon with pleasing results.
Seven spanners are included in the powdercoated dark green box ranging from 8mm-19mm.
I like their feel in the hand and they have a steel shaft with durable nickel-plating and a matt finish.
The ratchet mechanism features 72-teeth and has worked well for me in our workshop thus far. Recommended
The set is priced at £53.96 inc VAT and to find your nearest Proxxon retailer call 03332 406 967 or visit brimarc.com ENDS.
GET THE …MESH
May 12th
In response to customer demand Webcon has announced the introduction of a range of Air Horns fitted with a coo, mesh element, which will help keep stones and other crud out of your engine as well as looking cool! The horns are beautifully-machined from lightweight aluminium to ensure a perfect fit and the mesh guarantees an authentic ‘period’ look while ensuring that larger pieces of debris are prevented from entering the carburettor.
The new Webcon mesh airhorns are available as follows:
For 40 DCOE carburettors and throttle bodies AH4016G 16mm AH4030G 30mm AH4060G 60mm
For 45 DCOE carburettors and throttle bodies AH4516G 16mm More >
WEAR LONG SLEEVES
May 12th
New EXO Sleeve from DEI offers your wiring, hoses and oil, brake and transmission lines not one but three, levels of protection.
At the centre, sitting next to the loom, line or hose to be protected, is a layer of high temperature resistant braided glass material woven into a sleeve. This protects from continuous, direct heat up to 500°F and up to 2000°F intermittent heat. It also provides a soft cushion that protects the line from impact, abrasion and shrap objects.
The inner braided glass core is surrounded by a 100 per cent silicone rubber coating that protects against water and damage More >
EXCITING TIMES FOR AB AND ARIES
May 5th
AB Performance and Aries Motorsport were at Stoneleigh with a combined stand and what a stand it was too. It featured representations of their ranges including the Flying Vicar, Reverend Gary Gotham’s road-legal AB Arion (in Greek mythology, an immortal horse) and Aries Loco and Sabre.
AB Typhon – coolio
New on the stand was the AB Typhon (a giant and most deadly creature in Greek mythology), which uses the underpinnings of the full-bodied Arion and was shown in rolling chassis form. It represents the top of the shop as far as components and quality are concerned with power coming from the More >
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS
May 5th
Pilgrim Motorsports had a large stand at Stoneleigh this year featuring some superb cars. They’ve teamed up with motoring journalist and co-presenter of TV show, CAR SOS, Fuzz Townshend and Dave Tassell of TO-TA on a limited-edition Speedster SSS model, of which just ten will be built.
Featuring a lot of special touches and available in either silver grey or dark blue, the SSS will cost from £39,995.
Pilgrim boss Paul Bennett (left, with Fuzz Townshend (centre) and Dave Tassell of CAR SOS
More information from www.pligrim-motorsports.com or 01273 493 860 ENDS.
