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The G40 version of the VW Golf was designed for more ‘spirited’ driving; to help you keep that extra power under control GAZ has a GHA Coilover Kit especially for the G40.

The kit has been designed specifically with road and track day use in mind. It offers damping adjustment whilst on the vehicle by means of easily accessible adjuster knobs/top adjusters and ride height adjustment via threaded spring platforms.

Shortened body and stroke lengths allow a -25 to
-55mm ride height variation with a coarse acme form thread providing easy adjustment.

Each unit is plated in Classic Black Zinc to minimise corrosion and to ensure that the height adjusters will go on working for many years to come.

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

GAZ GHA Coilover Kit for the VW G40 Polo:
Order as GHA372 at £759.62 plus. VAT

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

In response to customer demand, GAZ has produced a double adjustable coilover damper for the Opel Manta B specifically for competition or serious track day use where extra damper adjusting parameters are required.

The body of the damper sports two multi point adjustable control knobs, one for the bump and one for the rebound adjustment. They are manufactured from high tensile alloy with induction hardened piston rods and are filled with high viscosity index fluid to help prevent fade and have an internal gas cell to alleviate cavitation.

Ride height is also adjustable by means of movable spring platforms and locking rings.

The options of self-lubricating spherical bearings and progressive bump stops are also available.

GAZ Twin Adjustable Dampers for the Opel Manta B 1975-1988 can be ordered as part number TA8 2183 at £183.75 plus VAT.

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

Fidanza offers two performance clutch options in its V-Series range for the Mini Cooper S (2002-2006).

V-1 is a sprung hub, full face organic street disc designed for ultimate drivability and performance. V1 discs feature a reduced marcel for faster, crisper shifts.

V-2 is a sprung hub, ceramic 6 puck designed for high-power builds used on the street or track.

The sprung hub design will reduce vibration, lower engagement shock and provide a quieter operation. Hub springs are caged for additional support and safety. Discs come with steel backed linings for increased burst strength and premium friction materials for better engagement, increased heat resistance, faster recovery and extended clutch life.

Fidanza clutch pressure plates are specifically designed to handle higher than standard torque applications, but without taxing your leg muscles. With Fidanza’s design you can expect to have an increase in pedal effort between 15-20% over stock depending on application. The clutches could be designed with more or less pedal effort but longevity, torque capacity, or engagement quality would suffer.

All Fidanza clutch assemblies are computer balanced to help reduce vibration and noise and to ensure smooth operation. Fidanza Performance’s V-Series clutches provide great grip and performance at an affordable price and come complete with pressure plate, disc, release bearing and an alignment tool.

Order as 677161 for the V1 version for engines putting out up to 250 lb/ft torque and 677162 for engines with up to 320 lb/ft torque.

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

The benefits of wrapping exhaust headers with a heat retaining wrap are well known but with some complicated twists and turns in the pipework this can sometimes be easier said than done.

Now US heat protection specialist, Design Engineering Inc., has a easy solution. Speed Sleeves jackets provide an alternative to wrapping the complete headers and include everything you need to cover and protect the primary exhaust header pipes.

Speed Sleeves jackets are ideal for spot protection from heat generating pipes and manifolds. They are easily installed in tight engine compartments and offer great protection for specific components that are close to the exhaust headers like ignition wires or fuel lines.

Speed Sleeves jackets will cover pipes up to 2-1/4″ diamater. Kits are available for 4, 6 and 8 cylinder engines and in a choice of tan or black material. Kits include lock fasteners and locking ties.

Prices start at $88.43 plus shipping and tax.

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

Mittler Bros. has been building metal working tools and fabrication equipment in the USA for over 30 years.
Now these machine tools are available in the UK and Europe exclusively through Brown & Geeson Ltd.

The Mittler Bros. Tube Bender is designed for the professional fabricator who requires a high quality product, ; this version comes with the added benefits of being easy to use and compact in size.

The Mittler Bros. Tube Bender is portable with no need to anchor down, provides 25 tons of hydraulic power and bends mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, 4130 tubing and pipe up to 90 degrees.

The main body is CNC machined from solid steel billet and features engraved scales for easy repeatability. Small and medium adjustable saddles are included.

The hydraulic system is foot controlled and runs off of an air hydraulic pump (sold separately). Set up simply requires connecting the pump to the workshop airline and the 6ft hydraulic hose to the ram.

A large range of imperial and metric size, round and square shoe sets are available.

Price:
From £1319.99 inc. VAT.

For more details visit: www.mittlerbros.eu

The B-G Racing Mechanics Work Mat provides a stable and comfortable platform which is perfect for working in the garage or pit lane, allowing users to lie comfortably when working on the vehicle.

This Work Mat is the perfect companion for everyday tasks and particularly for mobile mechanics working at the roadside.

These mats are produced from a high quality 30mm thick heavy-duty EVA composition which is water and impact resistant and feature an integrated carry handle.

• Easy Storage & Transportation
• Water & Impact Resistant
• Integrated Carry Handle
• Thick Foam for Comfort
• Proven Racing Pedigree
• Perfect Garage Companion
• Great for Outdoor Activities

Price £35.99 inc.VAT (£29.99+VAT )

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

products.

Aeroflow’s objective is to incorporate state-of-the-art manufacturing, aerospace quality materials and rigid quality controls to produce quality performance products at extraordinary value. Aeroflow has taken its forward thinking knowledge to the street, manufacturing a wide range of race quality products to improve street performance and dependability.

This 96 piece of assorted sizes -03AN to -20AN caps and plugs fit 37 degree flared fittings and straight threaded ports.

This is a must-have product for keeping debris out of lines and hoses. The caps are ideal for keeping internal components of fuel pumps, pressure regulators and dry sumps clean during storage, maintenance or assembly.

 

Price:
From £47.99 inc. VAT.

For more details visit their website: www.aeroflowperformance.eu

Cobra Sport, AmD’s racing partner, recently introduced dual exit exhaust conversions for the BMW 335D (F30) and 435D based on its BMW 340i / 440i style dual exit exhaust system.
The new exhaust systems have been designed to fit neatly with the M-Sport rear bumper and the M-Sport dual exit lower rear panel (available separately). Once fitted, the new Cobra Sport exhaust systems and replacement body panels look entirely at home on the car and give the Diesel model a much sportier edge.

Owners wishing to combine some more ‘Go’ with the improved ‘Show’ have the option of an AmD remap for their 335D/435D to release some extra power and considerably more torque.

Because the AmD remap has been designed specifically to work with the Cobra Sport exhaust system customers can be sure that everything will work with maximum efficiency and without any fault codes being triggered in error.

AmD Tuning also offer FREE FITTING on all Cobra Sport Exhausts – or, if you prefer to buy by mail order and fit it yourself, AmD will offer 10% off and FREE DELIVERY – which can represent a significant saving on a full system. Furthermore, if you buy an AmD Tuning performance remap at the same time as a Cobra Sport Exhaust you can have the remap at HALF the usual retail price!

Contact AmD Tuning for further details on 01708 861827 or visit www.amdtuning.com

As early as 2013 a 220 HP VW T5 cracked the lap record for utility vehicles on the Nürburgring Nordschleife – the time: 9:57 minutes. BILSTEIN B14 coilover systems contrbuted to this furious ride but this was not simply an off the shelf product, but a solution developed by the Special Customer Requests department at BILSTEIN. The impulse for this was provided by the wholesaler Deimann Fahrwerktechnik from Hauenstein in Rhineland-Palatinate, which then took over the sales of the product. In Germany the installation is carried out through a network of BILSTEIN suspension experts who possess particular knowledge of the product and assembly. The coilover system can also be used on the current T6.

“With this B14 variation, BILSTEIN has developed a complete package which dramatically increases driving pleasure in the T6, but is still targeted towards families”, says the summary by Deimann Fahrwerktechnik. The product offers an all-round, no-worries package which is available for almost all T6 models: It doesn’t matter whether it is a sparse goods van or luxurious multi-van, with a long or short wheel base, with or without 4-wheel or heavy load suspension. The continuous variable lowering between 40 and 70 mm allows the customer an extensive choice of ride heights.

The technical advantages of the built-in BILSTEIN B14 are diverse: The height adjustment has been put in a floating position and the spring travel has been increased by 30 mm in order to guarantee the superior BILSTEIN suspension action even for a significant lowering and with poor road conditions. At the back, BILSTEIN uses monotube technology to make the handling smoother overall.

The B14 suspension option from BILSTEIN isn’t just for tuning freaks who want to cruise from one meeting to another. It provides comfortable handling and at the same time minimises the lateral tilt, and pitching and rolling movements. There is also significantly less “rocking movement” for the rear passengers, resulting in pleasant and comfortable ride. The setup is therefore recommended for passengers who easily suffer from travel sickness. All round, the BILSTEIN B14 produces a road performance which gives a significant boost to the driving dynamics for the T6 as it did for the T5 before, and irons out any unevenness in its shock absorption. Find more information and sales details at www.deimann-fahrwerktechnik.de.

www.bilstein.com

Over the past 14 years, Tesla’s electric cars have made quite a stir in international automotive markets. The company sold almost 50,000 cars in the first quarter of 2017 alone. The top seller is the Model S upmarket saloon. This car has a spacious boot of 745 to 1645l however, Tesla don’t offer a towbar or roof rack. So, to make it more spacious, Rameder not only offers the right towbar but also roof racks and bike carriers. In its online shop at www.rameder.eu you will find the right accessories for the Model S 60, S 85, S P85 and S P85D AWD.

While you can store normal luggage in the luggage compartment of the Tesla Model S, bulky luggage and bikes are more problematic. That’s why Rameder has come up with a removable towbar (incl. electrical kit 13-pole, €519). With its load capacity of 75 kg you can mount a bike carrier. Check out this product in the Rameder Online Shop.

Also, the SquareBar roof rack is ideal for skiers, snowboards, bicycles and other stuff. Again, check out Rameder’s many products at www.rameder.eu.

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