The Vauxhall Chevette Hatchback is becoming increasingly rare today, but that hasn’t stopped GAZ from offering improved damping for those that remain.
GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions and driving style. They have adjustable damping rates which can be altered by means of an easily accessible knob on the side of the units.
GAZ can set the dampers up for general road use but 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.
GAZ dampers feature a zinc plated body and protective plastic sleeve to keep them looking good and working well for long into the future.
All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.
The GAZ GT dampers number GT6-2182 (front) and GT6-2298 (rear) will fit Chevette Hatchbacks, Vans and Estates made from 1975 to 1984 (except the HS2300) and retail at £76.58 each plus VAT and £68.80 each plus VAT respectively. Chevette Saloons use the same front dampers but require GT7-2183 for the rear, retailing at £76.30 each plus VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
With coil suspension all round, an engine based on the legendary Dolomite Sprint and stunning futuristic looks, the Triumph TR-7 should have been a world beater. Unfortunately, poor build quality and production problems marred its success; however, it’s still a lively and rewarding classic sportscar and with GAZ dampers it becomes the car it should have been.
GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions and driving style. The dampers have adjustable damping rates which can be altered by means of an easily accessible knob on the side of the units.
GAZ can set the dampers up for general road use but 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.
GAZ dampers feature a zinc plated body and protective plastic sleeve to keep them looking good and working well for long into the future.
All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty – making them far more reliable than the TR-7 itself used to be!!
GAZ GT GT4-2276 rear dampers will fit both the TR-7 and the later, more powerful,TR-8 and retail for £68.80 each plus VAT.
GAZ also produce front strut inserts for the TR-7/TR-8. Order as GAI1006 at £104.54 each plus VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
For many years GAZ adjustable suspension has been a mandatory fitment in various UK race series. For 2023 the series which require fitment of GAZ suspension are as follows;
BMW 116i Trophy BMW 116i Coupe Cup BMW Compact Cup Mazda MX5 Mk1 & Mk3 City Car Cup Challenge Ford Fiesta ST/XR Challenge Ford EnduroKa Brisca Formula 1
The fact that GAZ has been chosen as the exclusive suspension supplier for these series is testament to the quality of GAZ products and their ability to endure the stresses of full-on competition use.
Whilst the kits may be mandatory in these series their use is not confined to them. They are available to anyone racing in a series where they are permitted or for use on a dedicated track car.
The example shown is a bounce and rebound adjustable kit for the Ford EnduroKa Series and is available from Burton Power as part number GZGFH345KA at £840.00 (inc VAT).
Contact GAZ for details of GAZ Dealers carrying the kits for the other series or order from your local GAZ dealer.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
The early Mk1 Lotus-Cortina (or Cortina-Lotus, to give it the correct, but less used, name) differed from the run-of-the-mill Cortina in numerous ways and one of the more noticeable was the rear suspension.
The standard Cortina had leaf springs and dampers whilst the first Lotus-Cortinas had vertical coil spring/dampers connecting to an ‘A’ frame that replaced the leaf springs.
GAZ can further improve on this system by offering fully adjustable GP dampers which enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted and the ride height to be varied by means of screw thread spring platforms.
GAZ can set the dampers up for general road use but 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.
GAZ dampers feature a black zinc plated body to keep them looking good and working well for long into the future. A gas cell is fitted in the outer reservoir to prevent cavitation and resist fade.
All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and are covered by a two year warranty.
The GAZ GP dampers (number GP8-4600) will fit Lotus-Cortinas from 1963 to 1965 which was when Fords changed back to leaf springs and dampers. (GAZ can also supply adjustable dampers for the 1965 on MkI and MkII Lotus Cortinas). Retail price £116.42 each plus VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
Fidanza is best know for its lightweight aluminium flywheels, but the company now also offers a performance shifter for the popular BMW E30 and E36 3 Series models.
Fidanza Short Throw Shifters are designed as a direct, bolt in, factory replacement and reduce throw by up to 40% for faster shifts.
Fidanza short shift kits are precisely made with 6061 aluminium and hardened steel and manufactured with the same pecision and to the same quality as Fidanza Flywheels.
The Fidanza Short Throw Shifter for 1984-1999 BMW E30 / E36 can be ordered as part number – 891814 at $99.99 plus shippng and import tax.
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
DEI’s Muffler Shield Kit solves the problem of heat from the silencer being transmitted to a vehicle’s interior and nearby components.
DEI based the technology and materials on its well-proven Floor and Tunnel II heat shield. The new Muffler Shield is designed to wrap around just about any sized silencer and comes complete with a set of durable stainless steel positive locking ties for a secure installation.
DEI Muffler Shield is made from 10mm dimpled aluminium with an 1/8″ thick needle glass insulator. The material is tough but can easily be trimmed to fit.
DEI Muffler Shield greatly reduces radiant heat coming from the exhaust system thus providing a cooler interior along with protection from damaging heat. DEI Muffler Shield will resist heat up to 700°F (approx. 370°C).
Order as part number 10529 at £71.88 plus shipping and import tax.
NOTE: DEI Muffler Shield is intended for street vehicles. For racing or heavy industrial applications DEI recommend its Form-A-Shield instead.
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For anyone considering installing a modern Zetec E 1.8/2.0 engine in to an Escort Mk1 or Mk2, Burton now has a RWD conversion kit that is suitable for both Silver Top and Black Top engines (including the ST170). The tailor-made engine mounts fit to the original crossmember and will line up with bolt holes on the Zetec block to correctly position the engine.
The kit includes: • A cast alloy sump pan kit (the original sump will not clear the Escort crossmember) with baffles, pickup, dipstick, dipstick tube, sump gasket and sealer.
• A water rail to simplify the cooling system and plumbing of the engine.The rail has provision for a temperature gauge sender and electric fan switch. The kit includes suitable switches for Escorts and a fitting kit.
• A steel flywheel with ring gear- which when used with a 2.0 Pinto clutch and the clutch will be set at the correct height for the bearing.
• Flywheel to crank bolts – special flywheel bolts are required to mount the new flywheel. A flywheel to clutch dowel and clutch to flywheel bolts are also included.
• Edge gear reduction starter motor which is correct for the RWD offset flywheel.
• Crankshaft spigot bearing for the end of the crankshaft to support the end of the gearbox input shaft. The kit solves numerous transplant problems and replaces incompatable parts. Order as part number FZ490SK at £1,428.00 inc. VAT.
for further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281 www.burtonpower.com
Burton now has an alloy rocker cover in black which is suitable for both Pre-Crossflow and Crossflow Ford ‘Kent’ engines. The rocker cover will even fit the transverse Fiesta ‘Kent’ engine (although it will move the oil filler to the opposite side of the cover).
The cast ribs and BURTON logo are polished to stand out from the black finish and add a touch of style to the engine bay. Fixing is by means of four FP453 bolts.
Order as part number FP227 at £157.90 inc. VAT.
Suitable for Pre-Crossflow ‘Kent’ engines used in: Ford Anglia 105E / 123E 1.2, Cortina Mk1 / Mk2, Consul Classic, Consul Capri, Consul Corsair 1.5, Prefect 107E, Marcos 1500 GT, and Morgan 4/4 1.0/1.3/1.5 1960-1968 as well as Crossflow ‘Kent’ engines used in: Ford Capri Mk1 1.3/1.6 1969-1974, Capri Mk2/Mk3 1.3/1.6, Cortina Mk2 1.3/1.6 Cortina Mk3 1.3/1.6, Cortina Mk4/Mk5 1.3, Escort Mk1 1.1/1.3/1.6 Mexico, Escort Mk2 1.1/1.3/1.6, Caterham 7, Morgan 4/4 1600 1.6 1968- and TVR 1600M 1.6 1972-1977.
for further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281 www.burtonpower.com
Lots of kilometres driven, plenty of data and experience gained, but no countable result – ABT CUPRA leaves Saudi Arabia with disappointing results in the second and third rounds of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship season. Kelvin van der Linde finished 16th and 18th on his debut in Formula racing, while teammate Nico Müller retired on both Friday and Saturday.
RIYADH STREET CIRCUIT, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 27: Kelvin van der Linde, ABT CUPRA Formula E Team, M9Electro, leads Nico Muller, ABT CUPRA Formula E Team, M9Electro during the Diriyah ePrix I at Riyadh Street Circuit on Friday January 27, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Sam Bagnall / LAT Images)
“We are disappointed with our performance here in Saudi Arabia, as we had hoped for a clear upward trend after the season opener,” said team principal Thomas Biermaier. “The list of issues and tasks we need to work through is getting longer, but the short gaps between races remain – it’s becoming increasingly clear that this season will be a major challenge. Not only for us, but also for the two sister cars of the Mahindra team, as we have seen here once again. ” ABT CUPRA is competing as a customer team with Mahindra Racing cars this season. Saturday’s race was tackled by Kelvin van der Linde and Nico Müller from the back row of the grid. Both paid attention to their energy management and tried to hold their own in the field. While Müller slid into the track barrier during an overtaking maneuver on the 25th lap and had to retire, van der Linde brought his car back to the pits without a scratch, just like the day before. The 26-year-old South African joined the team at short notice and replaces regular driver Robin Frijns, who injured his hand in an accident in Mexico.
“I would like to thank the whole team for their trust and patience,” says van der Linde. “Even if we don’t see any countable results, we have created a good basis for our next race weekend on which we can build.” The first of the two night races on Friday evening was a premiere of a very special kind: Kelvin van der Linde completed the first race in a formula car in his career on the tight and demanding circuit. And he did it with flying colors: starting the race from 19th place, he stayed out of all the scuffles, got better accustomed to the challenges of Formula E from lap to lap and ultimately finished his debut race in 16th place. “Compliments to Kelvin not only for his performance here in Diriyah, but also for his diligent preparation over the past week and a half,” says Thomas Biermaier.
Nico Müller was already one of the unlucky drivers on Friday. In free practice, the Swiss lightly touched a wall. A minor slip with major consequences: After an enormous effort by the entire ABT team, the car was ready for the race, but Müller had to skip qualifying and start the race from last position. Already on the way to the starting grid, Müller reported strange noises via radio and had to retire in the race after 13 laps due to further damage. “I feel particularly sorry for the two slip-ups for the guys who worked so hard,” said Müller. “And of course the missing laps also hurt us.” There isn’t much time before the next Formula E appearance: after intensive data analysis and the all-important preparation in the simulator, the team is already off to India at the beginnin of the week after next, where Formula E will be staging a race for the first time. The financial metropolis of Hyderabad will be the venue for the fourth of a total of 16 rounds in the ninth season on February 11.
With the T7 Multivan and ID. Buzz, Volkswagen has practically reinvented the VW bus for private customers and brought it even closer to the passenger car. For craftsmen, retailers and the like, however, other priorities apply, which is why the T6.1 remains in the range. However, it can no longer be ordered as an e-transporter: This is because after around 4,500 units had been successfully produced in series for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, this project was completed as planned and the agreed volume had been reached. In general, however, e-vehicles are becoming more and more interesting for companies – also in view of possible driving bans for combustion engines in inner cities. Although the purely electrically driven ID. Buzz is available as a cargo version, but anyone looking for maximum storage space or a flexible base for special bodies cannot do without the T6.1. And this is where the Bavarian experts for alternative drives come in with an innovative idea: the conversion of existing vehicles to battery-electric drive.
“This measure is not only particularly sustainable because it produces significantly fewer CO2 emissions than building a new vehicle, but also has numerous advantages for customers,” explains Eric Plekkepoel, CEO of ABT e-Line GmbH. Unlike the ABT e-Transporter 6.1, which was only offered in certain body variants, almost all models can be converted: whether long or short wheelbase, with high roof or without, platform models or chassis with special bodies. The base vehicle only has to be a diesel with DSG gearbox. The technical key data correspond to those of the ABT e-Transporter 6.1. Its range is between 105 and 138 km (according to WLTP) – depending on the body and weight, this may vary slightly during conversion. This also applies to the consumption, which was between 27.0 and 35.8 kWh/100 km for the complete vehicle, depending on the version. Thanks to the relatively compact battery with a capacity of 37.3 kWh (gross), the vehicle’s usability remains unrestricted. The peak power of the drive is 83 kW and the maximum torque 200 Nm. Combined with the top speed limited to 90 km/h, optionally 120 km/h, this results in economical consumption. The complete charging time is around 5.5 hours at a 7.2 kW wallbox, and at a fast charging station (CCS) with 50 kW this is achieved in around 45 minutes at 80 percent.
The conversion is particularly interesting for vehicles with expensive conversions or superstructures such as refuse trucks, tippers, refrigerated trucks or cherry pickers. In the case of VW T6.1 vehicles that need a replacement engine anyway due to a defect, the decision to convert to e-drive can also be an easy one. Or, of course, if the ID. Buzz Cargo is too small or not versatile enough and other electric transporters fall through the cracks because they are not VW. Since the delivery times for new electric vehicles are generally long and even more time losses have to be reckoned with in the case of special bodies, there is another advantage of the ABT solution: the ability to deliver quickly. “The conversion is carried out by us in just a few days,” says Plekkepoel: “If a suitable vehicle for the conversion is not available, the second-hand market is an interesting option with quick availability.”
