STAY TOASTIE THIS WINTER
Aug 24th
New from Machine Mart this compact mobile heater features a foldable, space-saving design but is made from a tough and durable metal casing to deal with any bumps and scrapes when in use.
The MGH2 has three heat output settings up to 4.2kW and features a flame failure device, anti-tilt switch and oxygen depletion sensor to ensure safe usage.
The unit comes supplied with a hose and regulator. Four castors are also included to allow for easy movement.
This heater is a relatively inexpensive unit to run on a ‘pay as you go’ basis and it is great for instant warmth in the More >
MORE STEERING ASSISTANCE
Aug 24th
Available now from Summit Racing are these NRG Innovations Steering Wheel Quick Releases are made from aircraft-grade aluminium for reduced weight.
2.0 Quick Releases NRG Innovations 2.0 Quick Releases feature raised areas on the housings to prevent scratching and a self-locking feature for increased safety. Wires are included to attach the horn. 2.0 Quick Releases are available in numerous main body and accent colour combinations.
3.0 Quick Releases NRG Innovations 3.0 Quick Releases have all the same features as the 2.0 models but feature large wing-like paddles for additional leverage to make removing the steering wheel even easier.
SFI Keyway Quick Releases NRG Innovations SFI Keyway More >
NO MORE POPEYE IMPRESSIONS!
Aug 24th
It is fair to say that if you drive a vehicle with power-assisted steering and it stops working, you soon notice the difference! While parking manoeuvres might negate the need for a gym membership, it’s probably still best to fix the actual reason it stopped.
The majority of T4s on the road are fitted with PAS and things may have become stiff in the steering department for a number of reasons. One scenario is that the pump, driven by the PAS belt, which directs pressurised fluid to the rack has failed.
The good news is that MEYLE offers several direct replacements for More >
HURON AUTO RACE DEVELOPMENTS
Aug 24th
STEVE HOLE tells the story of the short-lived Huron Auto Race Developments, a real ‘one that should have been’ if ever there was one.
Kingston-on-Thames High Street was a hotbed of motorsport activity in the sixties. There was V.W. Derrington and TDC Components virtually next door. Opposite was a large Heron Service Station and behind that was the promising Huron Auto Race Developments operation set up in 1971 by Canadian businessman Jack Smith and his friend Roy Ireland along with Swiss designer Jo Marquart, ex-McLaren and GRD.
The team unveiled a sports racer in 1971 called the M4A and shortly after a Formula More >
NEW AIR-COOLED BEETLE 1600 FROM HERITAGE
Aug 17th
If the time has come for a new engine in the back of your air-cooled VW-powered kitcar, you don’t want to be worrying about old components possibly letting you down again in the future. All new is best, right?
Well, read on, as that is exactly what we’re looking at here.
Assembled in the UK on an IATF 16949/ISO 9002 certified assembly line and only built using brand new OE quality components, these engines have your peace of mind as their core purpose. No more failures, no more breakdowns. Do it once, do it right.
With larger 87mm barrels and pistons installed, capacity More >
THIS IS A BELTER
Aug 17th
Here’s a great product. It comes from Zirconite and is called Bead Magik and is described as a multi-surface water beading sealant or for those more into this sort of stuff as an advanced super-hydrophobic nano-coating that has been developed to maintain and enhance water repellency on a car’s bodywork regardless of whether it has a steel or GRP body.
The truth is it has been sitting on my shelf for months and I’d almost forgotten about it. I picked it up a couple of weeks ago and I am glad that I did. An amazing product.
Spray it on then move More >
A GREAT BIG BOX OF FUSES
Aug 17th
New from Car Builder Solutions is this 120-piece 30mm glass fuses pack that contains 20 each of 5-, 10-, 15-, 20-, 25- and 30-amp fuses, which are 30mm long and 6mm in diameter.
A bargain at £7.20 – order yours from www.carbuilder.com or 01580 891 309 ENDS.
LANCIA MONTE CARLO BASED KITCAR? SEE THIS
Aug 17th
Whenever GAZ produce a one-off suspension component for a customer, they then add that part to their catalogue and make it available for other owners of that vehicle model.
This can sometimes lead to some quite obscure parts becoming available. One such example is the GAZ solid suspension mounts for the Lancia Monte Carlo and therefore several kitcars based on the same such as Lancia Stratos replicas, for example.
These billet aluminium mounts replace the rubber mounts used on production cars and provide a stiffer, more positive suspension location for cars that are used exclusively in competition or on trackdays. This ensures More >
MORE SPANNERS
Aug 17th
New to Laser Tools’ very comprehensive hand-tool range, is this 30-piece Metric/Stubby/Star ring-spanner set (part number 8481). The set features both regular and stubby length spanners but also includes a set of double-ended Star profile spanners from E6 to E24, designed specifically to fit Torx® bolts.
Manufactured from high-quality chrome vanadium steel with a mirror-polished finish, these spanners provide durability and precision. The set is neatly organised in an EVA foam tray, designed to fit roll cab drawers, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and easy accessibility. With its 30-piece collection, this set covers the most common applications in the workshop, making it a More >
GET THE JUMP ON YOUR MATES!
Aug 17th
At Machine Mart, they know all about the trouble caused by getting caught out with a flat battery when you are on your travels. They sell a whole range of jump starters including several rugged, heavier units, perfect for more professional use
Elsewhere in the range, they also have a selection of handheld, but powerful units, ideal for keeping in your glovebox in case of emergencies.
The best-selling Clarke JSM350 is a multi-function jump start and device charger which can be used on petrol engines up to 6-litres and diesel engines up to 4-litres. It also features USB 5V device charging for More >
