Author: jp

With a near 50-50 weight balance, and an excellent suspension system, as standard you could be forgiven for thinking that there’s not much you could do to improve the handling of a Mazda RX-8, but a GAZ GHA suspension kit would prove you wrong. It provides the benefits of variable ride height adjustment and adjustable bump/rebound at the turn of a knob.

The GAZ GHA kit includes both springs and coilovers dampers. The GAZ damper settings can be adjusted whilst on the vehicle by means of easily accessible knobs on the sides of the dampers.

Each damper unit is bright plated to resist corrosion.

The GAZ GHA kit for the Mazda RX-8 can be ordered as part number GHA395 and retails at £636.08 plus VAT.

All units are individually tested and provided with a test print out before leaving the factory and
come with the all important peace of mind of a two year manufacturer’s warranty.

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

There are some decidedly dodgy ‘performance’ struts and dampers currently on the market for various Ford models. Thus it’s important to go to a reputable suspension specialist for a true performance suspension that is successfully used by leading racing drivers and that you can trust not to break when the competition heats up.

The GAZ GHA kit for the Fiesta Mk3 includes springs, front coilovers and rear dampers. The GAZ damper settings can be adjusted whilst on the vehicle by means of easily accessible knobs at the rear and top adjusters for the front struts.

Each unit is bright plated to resist corrosion.

Kit number GHA340 retails at just £586.61 plus VAT and is suitable for Fiesta XR2i, RS1800, RS Turbo. For Fiesta Mk3 Si Zetec order as part number GHA341, also at £586.61 plus VAT

All units are individually tested and provided with a test print out before leaving the factory and
come with the all important peace of mind of a two year manufacturer’s warranty.

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

Estate cars usually have different rear suspension to their saloon counterparts due to the rear floor arrangement; however, not many suspension companies consider the estate versions wqhen producing aftermarket dampers. GAZ is different and offers fully adjustable dampers for the Estate version of the Vauxhall/Opel Astra Mk1 and 2.

These GAZ dampers feature a zinc plated body for longevity and a plastic cover to protect the body
from mud, stones and dirt.

GAZ adjustable dampers enable the damping rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions, driving style and load being carried by means of an easily accessible knob on the side.

GAZ can set the dampers up with valving for general road use and they will also be suitable for the occasional track slalom and sprint use; alternatively, they can be set up for serious racing use if you so wish.

All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a 2 year warranty

GAZ GT Dampers for the Astra Estate Mk1 (1979-84) and Mk2 (1984-1991) can be ordered as part number GAI 4007 for the front at £87.80 each plus VAT and as GT6-2293 for the back at £57.78 each plus VAT.

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

Fidanza Performance is one of the world’s top manufacturers of Honda lightweight flywheels and now the company has just released a complete clutch and flywheel Qwik Rev Kit for the Honda Civic 2006-2011 and Civic SI 2002 – 2011.

The Qwik Rev Kits offer a wide range of options from performance-street right up to racing applications capable of holding 850 ft/lbs of torque. There are two disc options: a street level organic disc (V1) and a ceramic ‘puck’ disc option (V2).

Fidanza’s V-1 sprung hub disc is a premium organic disc with high levels of copper content for increased heat transfer and reduced marcel for quicker shifting. The V-2 clutch disc is also sprung in the centre to help diminish torsional vibrations and resist failure under harsh track conditions. The V-2 disc is recommended for higher torque street cars and race applications. All Qwik Rev Kits come balanced as one unit to help reduce vibration.

Rounding off the kit is a genuine CNC-machined Fidanza aluminium flywheel. Lightweight aluminium flywheels deliver faster throttle response, quicker acceleration and weight reduction.

Honda Civic 2006-2011 and Civic SI 2002 – 2011
Order V1 as part number 79147-1 Price US$910.13
Order V2 as part number 79147-2 Price US$1001.48

Prices are plus shipping and import tax.

For more information on Fidanza’s great products, including short shifters, aluminium flywheels, adjustable cam gears and premium clutches or to find a dealer in your area visit www.fidanza.com

A New Advancement in Thermal-Acoustic Insulation

Boom Mat®, the interior heat and sound control division of DEI, now introduces a new lightweight thermal-acoustic insulation product, D-Mat, that is proven to reduce heat up to 65% whilst significantly decreasing bothersome road noise.

Designed for both heat reduction and sound absorption it makes the cabin interior much quieter and cooler for a more enjoyable ride. Potential uses include doors, package trays, firewalls, speaker decks and headliners where it easily compresses to fit.

D-Mat is recommended for all high performance applications including: show vehicles, project cars and trucks, muscle cars, street rods and vintage vehicles. Almost any application or location can benefit except for the floor where Boom Mat’s UC Light is preferable.

D-Mat is extremely lightweight, only 12mm thick and is pliable and so can be used to insulate even difficult areas. Made from a polymer blend, with a scrim backing, D-Mat has a FMV SS302 flammability rating, is mildew and bacteria resistant, and can be used in applications that reach up to 325°F.

D-Mat, is available either by the linear foot and 60” wide (part #050412 – $12.21 per foot), a 60” x 40” size (part # 050410 – $35.12), or 60” x 70” size (part #050411 – $60.82). All prices are plus import tax and shipping.

For more information about this and many more innovative thermal and acoustic insulation solutions, visit: www.BoomMat.com. To keep up with the very latest DEI product introductions and company news connect with DEI on Facebook or Twitter or subscribe to DEI’s You Tube channel.

Order directly from DEI in the USA or find your nearest dealer at http://www.designengineering.com//storelocator/international-dealers
A list of online retailers is also available on the DEI website: www.DesignEngineering.com

With the racing season about to start, Burton is pleased to announce that it can now supply genuine Ford standard crankshafts for the 1.8 and 2.0 Ford Duratec engine.

The crankshafts retail at £234.00 each including VAT, but will only be available while stocks last.

for further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281
www.burtonpower.com

Stronger forged pistons are an essential part of any tuned or race engine and now Burton is pleased to announce that it can supply Mahle Motorsport forged piston sets for the Ford Focus Mk3 RS 2.3 EcoBoost engine at just £730.28 per set including VAT. Delivery is free within the mainland UK.

Order as part number FD147

for further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281
www.burtonpower.com

Measuring toe is quick and simple with the B-G Racing Aluminium Toe Plates.

Simply rest one of these high-strength, lightweight plates flat against the tyre on each side of the vehicle and use the 3.5 metre magnetic tape measures provided to accurately measure the toe.

Kicked-out bottoms hold the plates flat against the wheels, whilst the tapes feature strong magnetic ends which attract to the slots to securely hold the tapes in place whilst working.

Produced from T6 aluminium with a durable black powder coated finish.

Price: £107.99 inc VAT (£89.99+VAT)

A protective carry bag is available separately to keep the Toe Measuring Plates and Magnetic Tapes protected during storage and transportation (BGR308BAG)

For more details contact Brown & Geeson Ltd.
+44 (0) 1268 764411 or visit their website: www.bg-racing.co.uk

Produced from high quality aluminium with an elegant black anodised finish, the B-G Racing Steering wheel spacer is designed to bring the steering wheel closer to the driver for improved steering input and driver comfort.

The B-G Racing 12.5mm steering wheel spacer adaptor comes complete with fixing screws, has a depth of 12.5mm and is multi-drilled for both 6x70mm and 6x74mm PCD bolt patterns to accommodate the majority of aftermarket steering wheels, thus enabling cross compatibility between hub kits and steering wheels with either 6x70mm or 6x74mm PCD patterns.

For example:
It would allow a user to fit a MOMO/Sparco/OMP/Simoni Racing/Mountney M-Range steering wheel to a Nardi/Personal hub kit and vice versa.

Price: £31.19 inc VAT (£25.99+VAT)

For more details contact Brown & Geeson Ltd.
+44 (0) 1268 764411 or visit their website: www.bg-racing.co.uk

The B-G Racing Aluminium Camber Frame is produced from aluminium with a durable black powder coated finish. It is supplied with a B-G Racing Digital Dual Axis Angle Gauge which together offer quick and simple camber measurement for both left and right handed users on vehicles with wheel rim sizes up to 20” diameter.
Price: £185.99 inc VAT ( £154.99+VAT)

Used in conjunction with the B-G Racing Turn Plates (BGR301) or EZ Sweep Castor Slip Plates (BGR302), the B-G Racing Aluminium Camber Frame can also be used to provide accurate castor measurements.

The Digital Dual Axis Angle Gauge reads camber and castor from -90 to +90 degrees in increments of 0.02° and is removable for standalone use or in conjunction with the B-G Racing HUBStands Mounting Kit (which is available separately as BGR305).

A protective carry bag is available separately to keep the Camber Frame and Digital Dual Axis Angle Gauge protected during storage and transportation (BGR307BAG)

For more details contact Brown & Geeson Ltd.
+44 (0) 1268 764411 or visit their website: www.bg-racing.co.uk