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The Saab 900, with its double wishbone suspension at the front, puts a lot of stress on its dampers but replacing them with GAZ adjustable units will improve performance, longevity and handling.

GAZ GT Dampers provide variable bump and rebound rates which can be adjusted to suit the conditions and driving style. The damping rates can be altered by means of an easily accessible knob on the side of the units.

All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.

GAZ GT front dampers for the Saab 900 retail at £71.73 each plus VAT

For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com

The Rover 220 Coupé Turbo of the Nineties is reckoned to be the fastest ever production Rover and with a top speed of 150 mph (241 km/h) and a 0-60 mph time of 6.2 seconds (according to a1992 Autocar test) it’s a pretty quick car even by today’s standards.

However, it’s unlikely that the handling and suspension performance will be up to the same standards after all this time so GAZ Shocks is now offering an adjustable coilover kit for the Rover 220 Coupé Turbo (and the naturally aspirated 220 Coupé).

Ride height is variable by means of height adjusters with coarse acme form thread for ease of adjustment. Damper units are zinc plated to ensure that they remain in good order even after considerable service.

Damper rates are also variable by means of an adjuster knob on the damper body.

All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.

The GAZ GHA Coilover Kit for the Rover 220 Coupé & Coupé Turbo can be ordered as part number GHA373 and retails at £626.27 plus. VAT per kit.

For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com

GAZ Shocks is now offering a GAZ Gold fully adjustable suspension kit that is suitable for both the Ford Sierra Cosworth 4×4 and the Escort Cosworth 4×4 models.

Ride height is adjustable through 60mm of adjustment. The damper units are plated with black zinc and fitted with anodised adjusters for long life. The height adjusters have a coarse acme form thread for ease of adjustment and to ensure that they remain in good order even after considerable service.

Damper rates are also variable by means of an adjuster knob on the damper body. The GAZ Gold range comes with a gas cell in the reservoir filled with a high viscosity index multi grade oil to prevent cavitation and reduce fade under racing and trackday conditions.

All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.

GAZ Gold Coilover Kits for Ford Sierra and Escort Cosworth 4×4 retail at £975.52 plus. VAT per kit.

For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com

Leading suspension specialists GAZ now offers its coilover suspension with helper springs as an option as shown on this BMW E21 classic 3 series kit.

Helper springs keep the main suspension springs under tension when the car is jacked up and prevents the main spring from becoming unseated. The helper spring option is most useful for race or track day cars where the vehicle is jacked up and tyres changed frequently; however it is possible for the suspension spring to unseat from just one jacking and as such it is worth considering for street vehicles.

Naturally this E21 suspension includes all the established GAZ features like ride height adjustability from -25mm to
-55mm.

The adjusters have a coarse acme form thread for ease of adjustment and the units are zinc plated to ensure that they remain in good order even after considerable service.

All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.

The GAZ GHA Coilover Kit for BMW E21 retails at £717.01 plus. VAT.
Helper springs with connectors are £15.00 each plus VAT.

For further details visit the GAZ website:
www.gazshocks.com

Fidanza Performance shifters are designed as a ‘plug-‘n’-play’ direct factory replacement and reduce throw by up to 40% for faster shifts.

Fidanza short shift kits are precisely made with 6061 billet aluminium and a hardened steel lever shaft.

The Fidanza short throw shifter number 891821 is based on the OEM shifter design with a reduced angle in the shifter shaft. The result will change your driving experience by giving you a shorter throw and an even sportier shifter action. This conversion is also height adjustable allowing the driver to adjust the shifter height to suit their own preference.

The Fidanza Short Throw Shifter number 891821 is suitable for:
Five Series:
1999-2002 BMW M5
5/1997 on BMW E39
Three Series:
1984-91 BMW E30
1992-98 BMW E36
1999-2002 BMW E46
1987-2002 BMW M3

Fidanza Short Shifter 891821 is available from Fidanza.com at $91.05 plus import tax and shipping.
For more information on Fidanza’s great products visit www.fidanza.com or contact sales@fidanza.com

Fidanza Performance shifters are designed as a ‘plug-‘n’-play’ direct factory replacement and reduce throw by up to 40% for faster shifts.

Fidanza short shift kits are precisely made with 6061 billet aluminium and a hardened steel lever shaft.

The Fidanza short throw shifter number 891869 is based on the OEM shifter design with a reduced angle in the shifter shaft. The result will change your driving experience by giving you a shorter throw and an even sportier shifter action. This conversion is also height adjustable allowing the driver to adjust the shifter height to suit their own preference.

The Fidanza Short Throw Shifter number 891869 is suitable for:
Audi A4 2001-2003 – B6 chassis.
Audi A4 2001-2002 S4 – B6 chassis.

Fidanza Short Shifter 891821 is available from Fidanza.com at $115.25 plus import tax and shipping.

For more information on Fidanza’s great products visit www.fidanza.com or contact sales@fidanza.com

DEI’s new Motorcycle Leg Shield is designed to prevent leg burns from hot exhausts, thus keeping riders safe and pain-free.

The universal sized 8″x10″ shields feature a heavy-duty outer shell with an insulated inner layer. They slip on and off easily and are made to last.

DEI’s Motorcycle Leg Shields simply go around the leg and fasten with easy-to-use hook-and-loop straps. They are fully adjustable and large enough to fit over leathers and riding gear. They are ideal for road use but are tough enough for the most extreme riding environments such as motocross, off-road and speedway.

DEI’s Motorcycle Leg Shields can be stored under your seat or saddlebag when not in use.

For more information about DEI Powersports new Motorcycle Leg Shield, and the rest of the company’s heat and sound control product lines, visit www.designengineering.com

DEI’s Motorcycle Leg Shield can be ordered directly from www.designengineering.com at
£43.82 plus import tax and shipping.

Alternatively, in Europe, they can be ordered through Demon Tweaks.

Burton Power is pleased to announce the release of a fully comprehensive rebuild kit for the Borg Warner T5 World Class gearbox. The kit includes all parts typically required for a rebuild (however gearboxes that have suffered major component failures may require additional parts).

All components in the kit are genuine parts from Tremec, the original manufacturer of this gearbox and all bearings included are genuine Timken.
Suitable for:
Ford Sierra RS Cosworth 3 door 1986-1987
Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 1987
Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd 1988-1989

Order as part number GBT5200 at £550.00 including VAT.

Note that the rear oil seal supplied in this kit is for US applications such as the Mustang and is larger than the type fitted to the Cosworth. The correct seal for the Cosworth gearbox is available as part number GBT5702 and must be purchased separately if required.

Available from Burton’s Performance Centre in Essex or by ordering from the Burton Power website – www.burtonpower.com. For further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281

Burton Power is pleased to announce it can now offer a standard clutch plate for OHV Crossflow Kent engines that have been mated to a Type 9 five speed or Type E Rocket gearbox.

The plate is 190mm in diameter and fits a 1” x 23 spline shaft.

The plate can be ordered as part number C784AF at £42.50 including VAT.

Available from Burton’s Performance Centre in Essex or by ordering from the Burton Power website – www.burtonpower.com. For further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281

Petrol engine in Q5 TFSI e boosted to 310 hp – 425 hp system power
A quick glance at the data sheet reveals the unexpected: The SQ5 with the powerful diesel engine is not the hardest hitter in the Q5 team. This badge of honour is worn by the 55 TFSI e quattro, which boasts a system performance of 367 hp (270 kW) and 500 Nm. This cutting edge, plug-in hybrid vehicle combines a four-cylinder petrol engine with 252 hp (185 kW) and 370 Nm with an electric motor. Thanks to the new performance upgrade from ABT Sportsline*, the combustion engine now achieves 310 hp (228 kW) and 420 Nm. When combined with the standard electric motor, an impressive system performance of 425 hp (313 kW) and 550 Nm is achieved. “For us, this Q5 represents a real first. Nevertheless, this SUV is our first hybrid vehicle”, says CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt. Incidentally, from a dynamic driving perspective, the hybrid Q5’s lower centre of gravity has a positive impact: The battery is located in a low position and therefore successfully compensates for the high design. For the 50 TFSI e, the same ABT Power performance upgrade is available. As a standard, the identical combustion engine is combined with a slightly weaker electric motor. Thus, the new system power only amounts to 357 hp (263 kW) instead of 299 hp (229 kW), while the maximum torque rises from 450 to 500 Nm.
As far as alloy wheels are concerned, the world’s largest tuner of vehicles from the VW and Audi Group settled on the two-colour design ABT GR in 20-inch for the Q5 55 TFSI e. Here, a glossy black wheel chassis contrasts with a diamond-machined rim flange. The sporty and elegant wheel is also available as an alternative in matt black with an entirely diamond-machined surface. Both options share the same design characteristic of a deep concave rim base. However, the ABT GR is not just a pretty face. Its fine balance also contributes to optimum handling.
Furthermore, the Bavarian company also offers attractive details for the interior. Alongside ABT integrated entrance lights with logo projection, the latest additions include the start-stop switch cap and shift knob cover. For an up-to-date overview and further information, please use the following link: www.abt-sportsline.com/audi-tuning/audi-q5-tfsi-e/

*The engine performance data is in accordance with the stipulations of EWG/80/1269. The process and dynamometer manufacturer have been certified and authorised by the vehicle manufacturer.For further details, visit www.abt-sportsline.com/performance-measurement.