Author: jp

The Fiat 128 was a revolutionary car. It was the first front-transverse-mounted-engine, front wheel drive car to have the engine and gearbox side by side thereby eliminating the lubrication and torque steer problems found on other cars of the time.
However, that was back in 1969 and things have moved on, particularly in the field of suspension. A GAZ Gold Coilover suspension kit will introduce height and damper rate adjustability to the 128.
The kit includes suspension springs and adjustable coilovers on which the ride height can be adjusted through 60mm. The coilovers have a coarse acme form thread for ease of height adjustment and to ensure that they remain in good order even after considerable service.
Damping rates are variable by means of an adjuster knob on the damper bodies.
The GAZ Gold range comes with a reservoir filled with a high viscosity index multi grade oil to reduce fade and a gas cell to prevent cavitation under harsh trackday conditions. However, the springs (included in kit) are supplied to the customer’s specifications according to the vehicle’s intended use – road and track day or out-and-out racing.
All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory. The damper bodies are now finished in the new GAZ black plated coating to shrug off dirt, dust and minor gravel debris.
The GAZ Gold coilover kit for the Fiat 128 includes front struts (donor struts are required), rear dampers and front springs and is priced at £1298.80+ VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com

Fidanza, Americaʼs leading performance flywheel specialists, has a direct replacement lightweight aluminium flywheel to improve the performance of the Mazda MX-5 (Miata in some markets).
The Fidanza aluminium flywheel replaces the heavy standard flywheel and improves the power-to-weight ratio thus making the engine more responsive and improving performance and acceleration.
The Fidanza aluminium flywheel is made from high-quality machined 6061 T6 aluminium with a 1050 steel friction surface, CNC machined fastener holes and chamfers. The friction surface of the flywheel is a replaceable steel plate, so when the surface eventually becomes worn it can be replaced without requiring a new flywheel.
Fidanza flywheels are suitable for use with just about any clutch disc material available – from organic to Kevlar and even sintered iron. The flywheels are incredibly durable and come with a heat-treated ring gear and military grade fasteners. Fidanza flywheels are equally suited for fast road, trackday and pure competition use.
Flywheels for the Mazda MX-5 can be ordered as follows:
Part number 161161 – MX-5 1.6 1990-1993 at $492.65 (approx: £382.67)
Part number 161181 – MX-5 1.8 1994-2005 at $498.98 (approx: £387.59)
Part number 161201 – MX-5 2.0 2006-2014 at $589.81 (approx: £458.14)
Part number 161315 – MX-5 2.0 2015-2016 at $578.79 (approx: £449.58)
Prices correct at time of going to press. Prices are plus shipping and tax.
READER’S DISCOUNT WHEN ORDERING DIRECTLY ONLINE: It is now possible to buy directly from Fidanza online and readers can obtain a 20% discount if they enter the promo code of “Fidanza” when ordering directly from Fidanza online.
For more information on Fidanza’s premium aluminium flywheels and other great products, call +1 440 259 5656 or visit www.fidanza.com

Fidanza, Americaʼs leading performance flywheel specialists, has a direct replacement lightweight aluminium flywheel to improve the performance of the 2001/2002 BMW X5 3.0.
The Fidanza aluminium flywheel replaces the heavy standard flywheel and improves the power-to-weight ratio thus making the engine more responsive and improving performance and acceleration.
The Fidanza aluminium flywheel is made from high-quality machined 6061 T6 aluminium with a 1050 steel friction surface, CNC machined fastener holes and chamfers. The friction surface of the flywheel is a replaceable steel plate, so when the surface eventually becomes worn it can be replaced without requiring a new flywheel.
Fidanza flywheels are suitable for use with just about any clutch disc material available – from organic to Kevlar and even sintered iron. The flywheels are incredibly durable and come with a heat-treated ring gear and military grade fasteners. Fidanza flywheels are equally suited for fast road, trackday and pure competition use.
Flywheel for BMW X5 2001/2002 3.0 – order as part number 195461. Recommended retail price: $631.64 (approx: £490.89 / 584.83€ at time of going to press) + shipping and tax.
READER’S DISCOUNT WHEN ORDERING DIRECTLY ONLINE: It is now possible to buy directly from Fidanza online and readers can obtain a 20% discount if they enter the promo code of “Fidanza” when ordering directly from Fidanza online. In case of difficulty e-mail: sales@fidanza.com
For more information on Fidanza’s premium aluminium flywheels and other great products, call +1 440 259 5656 or visit www.fidanza.com

We’re all aware of the problems that high engine bay temperatures can cause, particularly on turbocharged cars, but did you know that your starter is especially at risk?
The ONYX™ Starter Shield from DEI has been designed to withstand severe use and offers starters the highest level of protection from potential failure caused by engine bay heat-soak.
The ONYX™ Starter Shield consists of two layers of material: a highly reflective outer layer combined with a high-heat resistant inner layer. The ONYX™ Starter Shield is able to endure direct heat up to 730 degrees Celsius.
The DEI ONYX™ Starter Shield is the perfect choice for high heat applications where engine heat soak is a problem. The Shield is easy to fit thanks to a hook & loop fastening system. It is supplied in a 7” wide x 24” long size (177.8mm x 609.6mm), but the length can be trimmed to fit the starter if necessary.
Price is £67.21 plus import tax and delivery.
Visit www.DesignEngineering.com for more details.
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Burton Power is pleased to announce that it now has universal mirrors that are perfect for the track. They feature a convex glass to provide a wide field of vision to give you the best view of what’s behind you.
The mirror fastens to the roll cage front cross bar using the bolt-on brackets provided for a secure fitment that will not vibrate loose. All the brackets are slotted to provide a wide range of adjustment and are secured to the mirror using 2 wing knobs that allow for simple adjustment by hand.
Kit includes 1x mirror and 2x mounting brackets.
Order as part number BGR757 at £47.99 inc. VAT. Other sizes are available. See website for details.
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 that it is now stocking Simpson universal, handmade, race exhausts for Ford Escort Mk1 & Mk2.
The exhausts provide maximum performance under competition conditions. The rear silencer is a straight-through design for optimum power and is repackable for an extended service life.
The system is constructed throughout from 304 ‘aircraft grade’ stainless steel with a 1.2mm wall thickness. All joints are gas purged and TIG welded. All bends are mandrel curved for a consistent diameter throughout the bend with no flow inhibiting creases or folds.
Tube OD diameters start at 2.25”; 2.5”, 2.75” and 3” sizes are also available.
These systems are intended to be for universal use on Ford Escort Mk1/2. However some engine and manifold configurations may require modification and welding of joints and mounts may be required to fit certain applications.
Price is £450.00 inc. 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

With over 25 years of experience supplying steering wheels and hub kits in the UK, B-G’s own range of hub kits features over 800 vehicle applications from classic to modern. One of the latest hubs to be added to the range is BG8159 which is for all 2005 to 2014 Citroen C1, Peugeot 107 and Toyota Aygo models.
B-G Hub Kits are produced in Italy from the finest cast aluminium materials. They are dual drilled to be compatible with various steering wheels featuring either a 6 x 70mm PCD pattern (such as MOMO, Sparco, OMP, Simoni, Mountney M-Range) or a 6 x 74mm PCD pattern (such as Nardi, Personal, Raid).
BG Steering Hub number BG8159 retails at £71.99 inc VAT.
For more details contact Brown & Geeson Ltd.
+44 (0) 1268 764411 or visit their website: www.b-gdirect.com

The B-G Racing Scales Flight Case is a neat storage and transport solution for your B-G Racing Clubman or Wireless Race Scales.
The B-G Racing Scales Flight Case has been designed to store a full set of Clubman Race Scales and Control Pad or a full set of Wireless Race Scales and Control Pad and is custom made from aluminium and birch ply for a smart and robust finish.
The B-G Racing Scales Flight Case is fitted with two fixed and two fully rotating locking and braking castor wheels for ease of transport, and two recessed handles for lifting.
Price: £359.99 inc VAT.
For more details contact Brown & Geeson Ltd.
+44 (0) 1268 764411 or visit their website: www.bg-racing.co.uk

The fourth generation of the Audi RS 6 recently came onto the market. Now, with the help of a performance upgrade from ABT Sportsline, you can further enhance the already enormous power of the Avant. But first things first: Since the “Big Bang” in 2002, when the first Audi RS 6 saw the light of day, a great deal has happened, particularly in the field of driving dynamics. So, the latest edition with mild hybrid system is not only driven by a 4.0-litre V8 TFSI boasting 600 hp (441 kW) and 800 Nm, but it can also perfectly conceal its weight. The abundance of high-tech in the chassis area makes it possible: such as the mechanical centre differential, or the optional rear axle sports differential together with all-wheel steering. CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt was convinced from the outset: “This provides an exemplary platform with all of the prerequisites for an ABT Power Performance Upgrade”.*

Therefore, the world’s largest tuner of Audi and VW vehicles developed a bespoke software system and utilised its high-tech control unit ABT Engine Control (AEC). The new, spectacular benchmark specification figures are 700 hp (515 kW) and 880 Nm, which, of course, are also reflected in the acceleration: Compared to the standard version, the sprint time from 0 to 100 km/h is reduced from 3.6 to 3.3 seconds. The ABT Performance Upgrade comes with TÜV certification, comprehensive guarantees and a whole host of engine protection measures to provide you with remorse-free driving pleasure. Since the ABT Sportsline range is constantly expanding, the ABT Configurator keeps you right up-to-date regarding new products for the RS 6. Of particular interest are the new alloy wheels currently under development which will soon be available in a range of models.

*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.

What began with the solitary Audi RS2 in 1994, and led to the first official RS 4 in 1999, has now become an entire RS family. Its youngest members include the freshly updated Audi RS 4 and the latest versions of the RS 6 and RS 7, as well as the unprecedented RS Q8. Although the stated models have only just come onto the market, appealing ABT Power Performance Upgrades* are already available for all four, and are supplied together with TÜV certification and comprehensive guarantees. In addition, a selection of aluminium wheels is available from ABT Sportsline. For additional interior options, aerodynamic components, suspension and other extras that will be available later, please consult the daily updated ABT Configurator. “I look forward to every new RS model, because the series undoubtedly represents the sporty pinnacle of the Audi range”, says CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt: “As such, I am excited to find out how much higher we can raise the bar”.

The most compact exponent of the quartet is the RS 4, the only model equipped with a 2.9-litre V6 engine. With 450 hp (331 kW) and 600 Nm, the power of the production car is more than just impressive. However, through the use of the high-tech ABT Engine Control (AEC) unit, significant increases can be achieved. A hefty 510 hp (375 kW) and a maximum torque of 660 Nm deliver real power.

Nevertheless, the Audi RS 6, RS 7 and RS Q8 already pack quite a punch from the factory: A 4.0-litre V8 TFSI with 600 hp (441 kW) and 800 Nm lies in wait in their engine compartments. Even so, with the ABT Power Performance Upgrade including AEC, driving pleasure is dramatically increased to another level. The upgraded specifications for the sprightly trio are now 700 hp (515 kW) and 880 Nm. This is more than double the 315 hp (232 kW) of the legendary RS2, which founded the tradition of the sporty top models from Audi in the early 1990s. Of course, Hans-Jürgen Abt had one at the time – naturally also with a performance upgrade that put 360 hp (265 kW) on its data sheet.

*The declaration of the engine power according to the requirements of EWG/80/1269. The proceeding and the manufacturer of the test bench have been verified and approved by the vehicle manufacturer.