DEI’S NEW CATALOGUE – AVAILABLE NOW

With the end of the year fast approaching many manufacturers are now announcing their new products for 2024 and DEI is no exception.

The DEI 2024 Product Catalogue is now available for FREE download at:

https://www.designengineering.com/content/2024_new_products.pdf  

Notable releases for 2024 include the new GEN 3 Onyx Turbo Shield and a brush-on or spray-on Advanced Thermal/Acoustic Coating.

2024 will also see DEI move into the field of electric vehicles with a charging cord protector for home use and a safety EV Fire Blanket.

For more information about this and DEI’s complete line of performance heat and sound control products, visit www.DesignEngineering.com or www.nimbusmotorsport.com ENDS.

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ARIEL ATOM PHWOAR … ER, I MEAN 4R (THINK ABOUT IT! I’M TRYING OK!)

Latest Atom from Ariel Motor Company is the bonkers 4R. Looking very aggressive yet clearly an Atom the new one packs a 400bhp punch courtesy of its Honda 2-litre VTEC engine.

Bold side-pods add to the look but also serve a purpose. The left-hand one has an additional radiator which increases engine colling by 55 per cent, while the right pod features a larger air-to-air intercooler, which is 75 per cent larger than standard.

The Atom 4R has adjustable traction control, three levels of turbo boost, track mode with a video cam, a rear-view camera, mechanical limited slip differential that allows full More >

METAL GURU* (*YOU WILL HAVE TO KNOW WHO THE GENIUS MARC BOLAN WAS!)

Nice stone guards mate! Jordan fabricated these for a GD427

A new company that I have been hearing good things about is Magus Motorsport based in Gloucestershire, run by Jordan Bowen.

Jordan’s background involved working for race teams involved in single-seater or GT Racing, which is where he learnt the art of fabrication, race prep, chassis design and general spannering.

After learning his craft Jordan has decided that the time is right to go out on his own and has founded Magus Motorsport and his services include:

Tig and Mig Welding

Stainless Exhaust Systems and Manifolds

Roll Cages and Spaceframe Chassis

Bike Engine Car Specialists

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QUICK! SHIFT!

Burton Power is now offering the Quaife Quickshift Gear Lever for Ford’s Type 9 five-speed gearbox as used in many thousands of Fords and Ford-based kitcars, of course.

This gearbox was also a popular five-speed conversion for other classic makes such as MG and Triumph.

The Quickshift shortens the distance between gears thus allowing for faster shifting. The entire construction is steel for ultimate strength in a serious competition environment. It can also be fitted to road cars – but audible vibrations will be transmitted through the lever at certain revs.

This should be taken into account if intended for everyday road use.

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IT’S STILL A WRENCH!

This set of three features super-thin jaws and an extra-wide jaw capacity and

is designed to make your work easier and more efficient.

Built for durability and performance: each wrench is expertly crafted from high-quality chrome vanadium, ensuring exceptional durability and longevity. The hardened and tempered jaws provide superior strength and reliability for even the toughest jobs. The black oxide finish with a polished face adds a professional touch while offering excellent resistance against corrosion.

Designed for versatility, the set of 3 adjustable wrenches comes in three different sizes to cater to various tasks: the 165mm long wrench has a 32mm maximum jaw More >

SORT OUT DENTS AND DINGS

Say goodbye to those unsightly dents and dings with the new Gunson Dent Puller Kit (part number 77175). Save time and money by fixing minor dents on your own without the hassle of costly repairs. Used for small, soft dents, this easy-to-use kit can help you restore your car’s smooth exterior without causing any damage to the paintwork.

This is a glue-pulling dent repair system, where a pulling pad is hot-glued to the dent. It is then pulled out using the dent-pulling bridge. Included in the kit is a powerful hot-glue gun: Rated at 40W and powered by a 240V mains More >

GET YOUR BEARINGS

FAG Wheel Bearing and Hub Assemblies are pre-lubricated and factory-assembled as a unit – just remove the old assembly and install the new FAG unit. Made from premium bearing-grade steel, the assemblies have a low-friction torque seal to keep dirt and other contaminants out of the bearing and ensure smooth operation. FAG Wheel Bearing and Hub Assemblies have ABS encoder rings installed where applicable, and all parts like screws and bolts needed for installation are included.

Wheel Bearings

When you hear that tell-tale squeal or feel that bad vibration in the steering wheel or brakes that signal a knackered wheel bearing, replace More >

MINI SPORT’S NEW ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM

The modern-day solution for an age-old classic, ensuring a revolutionary driving experience without compromising on authenticity.

Mini Sport, a leading name in the realm of classic car enhancements, is proud to unveil its latest innovation: The Mini Sport Electric Power Steering system for the iconic Classic Mini. Bridging the gap between heritage and technology, this new product promises to transform the way Classic Mini enthusiasts and owners experience their beloved vehicles.

Recognising the unique charm and driving feel of the Classic Mini, Mini Sport embarked on a mission to enhance, not change, the classic’s essence. The result? A power steering system that More >

BULB ANNIVERSARY!

 

NEOLUX celebrates its 100th anniversary!

For a brand to stay successful for a century gives an indication of the quality of its products and ability to adapt to the industry’s needs. Neolux is one such brand that, this year, is celebrating its centenary and taking a look back on its journey over the past 100 years.

It all began in 1923, when S.A. Lumière from Goldau, Switzerland built a factory in Molsheim, France called La Lampe NEOLUX S.à.r.l. that employed 120 staff and had an annual production of 800,000 light bulbs, creating an exciting new business in the automotive industry. Shortly after, More >

TRIBUTE TO AN ICONIC COMPANY – GRAND PRIX METALCRAFT

A marvellous subject for Classic Kit Cars & Specials is GRAND PRIX METALCRAFT, which belongs right up with the very best specialist car and racing car metal bashers such as Williams & Pritchard, Wakefields, The Robert Peel Company, Maurice Gomm, Shapecraft and Arch Motor & Engineering.

Founded in 1968, by brothers Peter and Bob (b 1933) Hingerton with their friend Alf Goodenough (b 1934) in North London.

The three had met at aircraft manufacturer Handley Page in Cricklewood in the mid-fifties where they served a seven-year engineering apprenticeship in the company’s metal workshop.  They then moved to Rolls-Royce subsidiary coachbuilders Mulliner Park More >

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