DUTTON UPDATES
Aug 22nd
New Polish manufacturer for former Dutton amphibie have a new English website
In 2023 Tim Dutton sold his amphibious car business (he made 282 of them) to a Polish company and the Reef and Syrf are now back in production and you can find out more by visiting https://kama-amfibie.pl/en/amphibious-vehicles//
Tim Dutton and his Phaeton S5 sadly won’t be at Newark but as you can see work continues apace on his new kit
Tim also told me this week: “Unfortunately we have been beaten by time and will not be exhibiting at Newark next month.” Fore more information visit https://www.timdutton.com/phaeton-s5/index.html ENDS.
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TRACE-LESS GLASS CLEANER
Aug 22nd
I have tested out more than a few glass cleaners over the years and like to think I know what a good one is. I certainly know a bad one when I see it!
Just when I thought that I really had found the very best along comes a new kid on the block to knock it off its perch. What is it?
Bilt Hamber’s Trace-Less is described as a ‘super wetting glass cleaner’. I’ve been putting it through its paces this week both on my car windows plus a few domestic applications like the outside of my oven door and my More >
TINY TITAN PACKS A PORTABLE PUNCH
Aug 22nd
Handheld pressure washers are nothing new, of course. We are big fans of the Worx Hydrashot, particularly the brushless motor version. Truly excellent.
When Screwfix asked if we’d like to try one of their new Titan TT185 models, I was interested but I wondered if it could better the Hydrashot as it was a high bar that had been set.
Also, someone had sent me a very nasty Far Eastern device to test once and that was truly horrible.
Titan is actually a sub-brand of Screwfix and my first impressions are very good. A quality package with with everything packed nicely within. I More >
BURTON POWER MAKES AN ESSEX REPLICA!
Aug 22nd
With original classic Ford parts becoming harder to find it’s good to hear that Burton Power is now offering an accurate replica of the Ford Essex V6 oil sump for later rear bowl engine installations.
The sump is finished in a black powdercoating for long-term protection and it even comes complete with a new sump plug.
The sump is suitable for:
- Ford Capri Mk1/Mk2/Mk3 3.0 V6 1969-1981 • Ford Granada Mk1 2.5/3.0 V6 1972-1977 • Reliant Scimitar GTE 3.0 V6 1968-1979 • TVR 3000M, 3000S & Taimar 3.0 V6 1972-1979 and loads of kitcars, transplants and hot rods using the Essex V6 engine.
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JETTED ZEPHYR
Aug 22nd
My dad had a Ford Zephyr – and Zodiac – or two in the sixties, so, when I saw this I had to run it!
Webcon is delighted to introduce a new direct replacement Weber carburettor kit to suit the Ford Consul Mk2 and Zephyr Mk3 models, replacing the original Zenith 36VN.
Produced in conjunction with a leading Consul/Zephyr expert, kit part number 1529003900 is supplied fully-jetted to suit the 1703cc engine and provides a healthy increase in driveability, along with improved fuel economy.
Supplied with all parts required to complete the conversion, 1529003900 is priced at just £347.40 VAT.
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DEEP PURPLE
Aug 22nd
New from our good friends at Sealey Tools is this superb 2.5-tonne low-profile trolley jack with ‘rocket’ lift which features a beefy steel chassis.
It is available in a fetching purple anodised finish and is both stable and durable. It is ideal for low-slung kitcars as its entry-level range starts at just 73mm.
The two-position ‘rocket’ lift allows the saddle to reach its maximum height with little effort. Available now at £239.94 with more info from www.sealey.co.uk or 01284 757 500 ENDS.
BUG REMOVER FROM AUTOGLYM
Aug 22nd
While most of us were disappointed by 2024’s wet start to summer, the UK’s bug population could not be happier, as the moist conditions have caused a surge in their populations which is predicted to continue well into the autumn*.
Autoglym, the UK’s largest car care brand, is warning motorists of a resulting spike in ‘bug splats’ on vehicle paintwork during the peak holiday season, and is advising motorists how best to safely remove insect remains before they attack sensitive exterior plastics and ‘etch’ the protective outer layer of a vehicle’s clearcoat lacquer.
According to Autoglym’s UK-based laboratory team, bug decomposition releases a More >
ONE MAN BRAKE BLEEDING TOOL
Aug 22nd
This new solo brake bleeding device (SWE656) from Rally Design is a very handy tool ideal for kitcar owners. It enables you to bleed your brakes or hydraulic systems on your own.
It works automatically – you just fill the container and pump with fluid. The reservoir holds 2.5-litres of fluid so you can bleed your engine system.
An added bonus is that it also works on ABS systems, too. Available now at £44.90 inc VAT from www.rallydesign.co.uk or 01227 792 792 ENDS.
SIERRA BRAKES ON YOUR KITCAR? HERE’S A NEW KIT FROM GOODRIDGE
Aug 22nd
Goodridge has produced a new high-performance brakeline kit for Sierra-based applications that helps with pedal efficiency and reduces the Sierra’s traditional spongey pedal feel.
Available with zinc-plated or stainless steel fittings and it comes in a choice of twelve colours for the hose outers including classic black. Prices start at £161.65 inc VAT for the kits.
More from www.goodridge.co.uk or www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk ENDS.
CLASSIC DUCKHAMS
Aug 22nd
I think there’s something very reassuring for old dinosaurs like me about those classic yellow Duckhams oil cans. Who remembers the TV ads from the seventies?
The iconic green-tinged engine oil has never really gone away but hasn’t always been promoted by previous owners but it is enjoying a renaissance at the moment.
Their 20w50 multigrade, SAE30 and SAE40 lubricants retain that distinctive colouring but the product has been improved but the blurb I received told me that modern manufacturing techniques have enhanced Duckham’s oils.
The yellow metal cans have been retained with 5-litre cans starting at £29.99 inc VAT with more from More >
