A GREAT BEACH TOWEL I RECKON
Jun 29th
I do like a nice drying towel. I truly believe they make a huge difference when washing a car. I’ve tried loads of them and believe me most of them are truly garbage. There are some good ones though and my hitherto two go-tos have been Car Pro’s Boa Constrictor XL and Chemical Guys’ Woolly Mammoth. Excellent.
However, when someone recommended Meguiar’s new Duo Twist drying towel I had to give it a go as they were raving about it. A decent size at 50cm x 90cm this 1200gsm marvel is produced from 87 per cent polyester and 13 per cent More >
SWARF CHIPS?
Jun 29th
An Evolution Tools Magnetic Chip Collector lets you pick up metal shavings in your work area quickly and easily. Simply wave it over the shavings to pick them up, stroll over to your scrap barrel, and then push the plunger to release the shavings. The magnets are powerful enough to pick up big piles of shavings and small metal parts like nuts and bolts.
More via 001-800-230-3030 or Evolution Magnetic Chip Collectors ENDS.
FOR ‘FLUX’ SAKE – IAN FLUX’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Jun 29th
FOR ‘FLUX’ SAKE – BEER, FAGS AND OPPOSITE LOCK – AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF IAN FLUX
Back in the eighties when I was really into Formula Ford, Sports 2000 and club motorsport in general (let’s not forget the Kit Cars & Specials Kit Car Challenge!) there were some drivers I avidly followed and most of them were proper old school. They’d turn up and drive anything.
I was really into Dave Coyne, Tommy Byrne (a genius), a young Martin Brundle (when he was in F3 and competing tooth and nail with a young Brazilian hotshot called Ayrton Senna de Silva). However, they all paled More >
IT’S GOOD THIS
Jun 22nd
Now here is a treat for your ears from a pair of petrolheads based in the UK.
My Dad’s Car is a trip down memory lane, recalling vehicles from yesteryear with a selected guest who may or may not choose to cite their father’s choice of wheels for the benefit of the tape.
In the interest of representation, mothers, aunts, siblings, grandparents, friends and neighbours’ cars are all equally welcome as conversation starters too.
Created by Andy Gregory and Jon Recknell, the duo are ex-colleagues from a car and cycling accessories shop who have since forged individual careers for themselves in automotive marketing, More >
DURATEC PILES ON THE CARBS
Jun 22nd
Over the years it has become apparent that the fitment of 45DCOE carburettors to certain newer types of engines (such as Ford Zetec and Duratec) will result in a flat spot just off idle that no amount of calibration will eradicate.
Webcon has studied this characteristic in detail and has developed a very specific procedure to modify three or four progression hole models to five progression holes. This delivers the precise extra amount of mixture in the progression phase to overcome this flat-spot resulting in a smoother more progressive transition from idle to main.
Burton Power has announced that it now has More >
GET IN SYNCH
Jun 22nd
Balancing twin Webers or twin throttle bodies used to be a bit of a black art known only to a handful of engine-building wizards.
However, the truth is it’s not really that difficult if you have the right tools. Fortuitously, Webcon has a Synchrometer that is calibrated from 1 to 30 Kg/h on an easy-to-read scale.
The Webcon 1-30 Kg/h synchrometer can be ordered as part number 9800100000 and retails at just £68.95 inc VAT.
Available directly from Webcon on 01932 787 100 or via www.webcon.co.uk ENDS.
I’M A FAN!
Jun 22nd
With summer here, now is a great time to stock up on fans and air conditioning to keep you cool in the warmer weather. Machine Mart stock a wide range of products, designed for both domestic and industrial usage.
The robust and portable Clarke CFF18B High-Velocity Floor Fan is ideal for creating powerful airflow. It is suitable for both domestic and commercial locations such as homes and office spaces where effective ventilation is needed. It has an 18in/457mm fan diameter and a 100W 230V motor with three-speed control. The durable steel construction with a carry handle also makes it a tough More >
THESE ARE GOOD HAZARDS!
Jun 22nd
Making an unplanned stop on a public road can be dangerous. Older cars, including plenty of vintage/classic style kitcars, are harder to illuminate during a breakdown situation. Making your car as visible as possible is essential in such situations.
Until now, the invaluable assistance provided by a hazard warning light system in 6-volt cars has meant bulky and complicated equipment that looks out of place on early cars.
However, this neat new kit from Better Car Lighting offers a great solution and uses a small push-button to activate the system and it works with standard or LED bulbs and has a traditional More >
REMEMBER WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT POOR PREPARATION!
Jun 22nd
Also new from Meguiar’s and another newcomer to their Hybrid Ceramic lineup is called Pre-Wax Prep and shares the same pleasing smell as the exterior trim product although the bottle is a different colour here (bright red).
It is super easy to apply and is almost a wipe on; wipe off type elixir that does remove swirl marks and helped revive some tired-looking paint on my friend’s 20-year-old Jaguar XJ, which due to a gearbox problem has been parked up for several months, meaning the paint has been neglected.
After shampooing the car, this stuff got to work very quickly and it More >
NEW AND MORE LONGEVITY!
Jun 22nd
Mini Spares Spindle Adjuster Kit for Classic Mini MPI-powered models. The original spindle adjuster bolt is very expensive. Fortunately, Mini Spares has developed its own version made from stainless steel for longevity which includes all three parts for adjusting the fanbelt tension on MPI cars at a fraction of the price of the OEM setup.
Order as part number PQL100090KIT at just £36 inc VAT with more details from 01707 607 700 or you can visit www.minispares.com ENDS.
