BETTER BREATHING FOR AIR-COOLED VEEDUB
Mar 14th
Webcon has announced a superb quality intake manifold set to suit the ever-popular VW 1.7-, 1.8- and 2-litre engines.
Ideal for those who want the efficiency and performance of twin carburettors, without the expense of the High Power Weber IDF set, part number 9900341200 is designed to accept the ever-popular and very reliable Weber 34ICT carburettors.
Kit 9900341200 includes manifolds, gaskets, studs, nuts and washers and is available at £254.65 inc VAT.
Available directly from Webcon and from appointed Webcon dealers around the world.
For further 01932 787 100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
WEDGED!
Mar 14th
The brand-new Defender Ultra Slim Door Wedge Alarm means you can leave your workshop door ajar for ventilation, safe in the knowledge that a powerful siren will sound if an intruder attempts to enter.
Ideal for warm weather, this highly effective crime prevention device is battery-operated. It allows doors to be left open just a little to let in a cool breeze while securing them with an alarmed wedge.
Police accredited via the Secured by Design initiative, this innovative alarm helps protect you and your property. Awarded a Sold Secure Gold Standard by the Master Locksmith Association, the wedge will fit any gap of 5-15mm between the door and the floor and is suitable for all More >
SORT YOUR HEAD OUT
Mar 14th
Have a look at this new set of 5-in-1 pliers from Laser Tools (part number 8763). These versatile multi-function pliers are equipped with spring-loaded handles and come with five interchangeable heads that can be quickly swapped over, ensuring the right tool is always at hand.
The included heads cover a range of functions, including combination pliers, wire strippers, shears, cable cutters, and crimping pliers. Perfect for mechanics, electricians, or DIY enthusiasts, these pliers are ideal for mobile toolkits or situations where storage space is limited.
The pliers are 212mm long and the spring-loaded handles have a PVC soft grip which allows use More >
SEALEY GOING FOR PROMOTION!
Mar 14th
Explore fantastic seasonal offers inside the latest edition of the Tool Promotion, showcasing more than 1500 products with over eighty exciting new additions. There are great offers on categories such as storage solutions, vehicle maintenance essentials, hand tools, and car cleaning supplies. Exclusive discounts are also available on selected items throughout the entire product range, ensuring that you find the perfect deal inside!
Complete Your Garage Storage with Ease:
Introducing the NEW APMS12OP, a comprehensive garage storage system featuring a sturdy hardwood workbench, pegboard panels, and mobile base units. All units come fully welded and pre-built, conveniently packed on a single pallet More >
BREAK ‘IN’ NOT ‘OUT’!
Mar 14th
One for our North American readers ….
Proper engine lubrication during assembly and break-in after a full rebuild or a cam and lifter swap is important for the engine’s overall life and performance. That involves a three-step process using high-quality assembly lubricant, break-in oil and motor oil like those made by PennGrade 1 Oil.
The Break-in and High Performance Motor Oil is available in quart bottles or super-handy five-quart jugs that are more convenient to use and cost less than buying five single quarts. It’s nice to have choices.
PennGrade 1 Break-In Oil is a SAE 30-weight oil formulated with premium base stocks and More >
EXCITING NEW COMPANY
Mar 7th
A new company, based in Brigg, North Lincolnshire called Jack Webb Motorsport, has a lot to offer kitcar enthusiasts.
I’ve known Jack’s dad, Arnie for many years. Arnie built one of the finest Caterham Sevens ever to grace the roads and he is often to be found at Jack’s modern workshop.
Jack is the manufacturer of JWM LiFeP04 Racing and Supercar Batteries and conducts Suspension and Race Engineering Services including Corner Weight Calibration and Geometry Setup for your Road, Track or Racing car. They are dealers for Nitron, KW Automotive, Quantum, Ohlins, BC Racing, Kumho, Toyo and more.
They have a natural leaning to Lotus and Caterham but regardless of the kitcar you own, they can more More >
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
Mar 7th
Timing is everything and Burton Power now has an adjustable cam pulley (also known as a vernier) for the Ford SOHC Pinto engine to allow precise adjustment of cam timing.
This pulley is manufactured from steel, unlike most other vernier pulleys, to give maximum strength and durability under the stresses of racing and performance use and is highly recommended when using any performance camshaft.
Order as part number FT310A at £123.95 inc VAT the pulley is suitable for fitment to umpteen thousand kitcars.
More details from 0208 554 2281 or visit www.burtonpower.com ENDS.
MORE WEBCON BEANS! THINK ABOUT IT!
Mar 7th
Webcon is delighted to announce its own production intake manifolds to allow the fitment of two x Weber IDF carburettors to the Ford Pinto engine.
100 per cent cast and machined in the UK, MM2351 can be fitted with twin 40, 44 or 48IDF. It is essential for anyone wishing to recreate a Group 1 Escort as well as being ideal for general Pinto tuning where space is too restricted to allow the fitment of a conventional horizontal twin Weber DCOE manifold.
MM2351 is available at £436.88 inc VAT and is suitable for right- and left-hand drive cars. A complete kit supplied More >
WASH AND PROTECT
Mar 7th
Autoglym, the UK’s largest vehicle care brand, has launched Ceramic Wash & Protect, an all-new, easy-to-use triple-action ceramic car shampoo that delivers a deep clean, creates a smooth high-gloss shine and leaves a durable water-repellent layer of protection.
Ceramic Wash & Protect features high-quality surfactants that help to lift dirt and stubborn grime from paintwork and ‘capture’ it in the solution for easy rinsing. The product also contains Autoglym’s new shampoo-specific ceramic (Si02) technology that creates a protective barrier far superior to that offered by conventional car wash products.
By laying down a robust, hydrophobic finish, the sophisticated new formulation in Ceramic More >
TWO FOR ONE DEAL
Mar 7th
This new 2-in-1 socket and bit holder set from Laser Tools (part number 8790) is suitable for use with 1/4in shank bits and 1/4in drive sockets, featuring a quick-chuck end for ease of use, and very suitable for use with cordless drills and screwdrivers.
A big plus is the off-line feature which lets you angle the bit-holder shaft to gain access to these hard-to-reach fixings. It comes with a selection of popular-sized screwdriver bits and 1/4inD All-Drive sockets and is supplied in a plastic storage case with a removable EVA foam tray.
Bits included: PzDrive: Pz1, Pz2 and Pz3; Flat: 5.5 & More >
