Month: January 2020

The rear wheel drive Skodas, made from 1984 to 1990, may have been the subject of negative jokes due to their dated design and appearance but they actually performed well against more modern cars in the RAC Rally, winning their class for 17 years running.

The rear engine gave them good traction, particularly in snow and loose surfaces. However now GAZ can provide improved handling with adjustable dampers.

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 even 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 GT6-2241 (front) and GT6-2242 (rear) will fit Skodas made from 1984 to 1990 including the: 105S, S120L, 120LS, 120GLS, 130 Rapid Coupé and 130L.

The dampers retail at £60.67 each plus VAT and are available from GAZ dealers worldwide.

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

The Jaguar S Type was produced from 1964-1966 and was a technically more sophisticated development of the Jaguar Mk 2, which it sold alongside.

It must have made its mark in Jaguar history because it provided the styling cues, and the name, for the later retro-styled S Type which was made from 1999 to 2008.

By now most original S Types will be showing signs of age, particularly in the handling department. GAZ can provide dampers that will not only restore the ride and road holding but offer an upgrade to adjustable damping rates.

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 even be set up for serious racing use if you 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 for Jaguar Mk2 retail at £60.67 (front) and £71.73 (rear) each plus VAT

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

The Ford Ranger trucks that we see in the UK and Europe were designed and engineered by Ford Australia, with Mazda offering a similar version as the Mazda BT-50.

GAZ Shocks operate these light trucks themselves so it’s only natural that they have examined the dampers in details and come up with their own adjustable versions of the dampers.

GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions, load 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 set these dampers up as standard for general road use and cargo hauling but they can even be set up for serious off-road racing if that’s what you’re looking for.

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.

GAZ dampers are available for all models from 1988 to present and retail at £67.28 each + VAT for the front and £75.04 each + VAT for the rear.

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

The Renault Clio 2 172 and 182 Cup models were basically ‘stripped down’ versions of the Clio; they were designed for performance, but at the expense of some sound proofing and some of the more usual ‘comfort’ items.

Naturally these cars appeal to the track day and competition users. With that in mind GAZ has produced two coil-over suspension upgrades available in either GAZ GHA for trackday and fast road or GAZ Gold for outright competition.

On both versions the damper rate can be adjusted by means of an adjuster knob (top adjuster on the GHA and a side knob on the GAZ Gold – shown). Ride height can be varied by -25mm to -50mm.

The Gaz Gold coilovers have a gas cell in the outer reservoir to prevent cavitation. These are also filled with a high viscosity multi grade fluid to help prevent fade under motorsport conditions.

All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory and covered by a two year warranty for non-competition use.

The GAZ coilover kits are suitable for Clio Mk2 172 and 182 Cup models made from 2001 to 2005 and retail at £597.03+ VAT for the GHA kit and £1013.58 + VAT for the GAZ Gold Kit.

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

The BMW E46 Three Series has now attained the status of ‘modern-classic’ so it’s only fitting that GAZ should provide a GAZ Gold suspension kit to turn this Teutonic Cruiser into a high performing classic racer or track day car.

The kit includes 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 is designed primarily for out-and-out racing; each 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 racing and trackday conditions. however, springs (included in kit) are supplied to the customer’s specifications according to the vehicle’s intended use – road, road and track and out-and-out race/track day.

Camber adjustable top mounts can also be supplied as an optional extra for race/track vehicles.

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 coilover kit for the BMW E46 Three Series includes front and rear dampers and springs and is priced from £1,013.58 + VAT.
Rear fixed top mounts – as shown – available extra: £121.28 per pair.

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

Fidanza Performance is pleased to announce it has reintroduced its range of lightweight aluminium flywheels for classic Triumphs.

Model Part No.
Spitfire 1967-’72 – 1300cc engine 172131
Spitfire 1975-’80 – 1500cc engine 172151
TR4 1961-’65 (will also fit TR2 & TR3 if TR4 starter is used) 172441
TR4A 1965-’67 172441
TR6 1971-’75 – 2.5 litre engine 172661

The Fidanza aluminium flywheel replaces the heavy standard flywheel and improves the power-to-weight ratio making the engine more responsive thereby improving performance.

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 the need for a new flywheel. All Fidanza flywheels now come with a distinctive green protective coating on the friction surface.

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.

Retail prices from $470.24

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 items not shown in the Fidanza online shop contact sales@fidanza.com.

For more information on Fidanza’s premium aluminium flywheels or to find your nearest dealer call 001 440 259 5656 or visit www.fidanza.com

DEI Floor and Tunnel Shield is a dimpled, bright, 10 mm aluminum facing, bonded to a finely woven layer of high temperature resistant glass fibre material. It is able to withstand harsh road conditions as well as exposure to extreme weather.

In response to customer demand DEI is now producing its Floor and Tunnel Shield in black as well as the more familiar bright alloy finish.

The black finish will appeal to classic car owners who want to insulate their car’s interior from outside noise and heat with a less conspicuous modern material.

DEI Black Floor and Tunnel Shield is applied to the outside on the underside, on the firewall or under the bonnet with the black side facing the heat/noise source.

DEI Floor & Tunnel Shield will conform to the contours of the panels and an aggressive peel-and- stick adhesive backing will ensure it will withstand wind and water and yet will be easy to shape, trim, cut, peel and stick.

The black coating will withstand high temperatures and will be unaffected by heat from turbos, catalytic converters and exhausts.

DEI Floor & Tunnel Shield is available in two sizes:
Part No.: 050549. Black Floor & Tunnel Shield 42” x 48” (14 sq ft) RRP: US$246.15
Part No.: 050552. Black Floor & Tunnel Shield 21” x 48” (7 sq ft) RRP: US$131.28

In the UK and Europe DEI’s products can be ordered from Demon-Tweeks.com.
Please contact Demon Tweeks for current UK price.

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Burton Power is pleased to announce that it can now supply cast iron water pumps, that have been manufactured to OE specifications, for the Ford Cosworth YB 16v Turbo. Order as part number EPW12 at £149.95 including VAT.

Applications:

Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 1987
Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 4wd 1990-1992
Ford Escort RS Cosworth 4wd T34 1992-06/1994
Ford Escort RS Cosworth 4wd T25 06/1994-1996

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

for Ford Sierra Cosworth 2wd YB (not RS500) & SOHC Pinto

Burton Power is pleased to announce that it can now supply cast iron water pumps, that have been manufactured to OE specifications, for the Ford Sierra Cosworth 2wd YB (not RS500). This pump is also
suitable and recommended for high performance and competition SOHC Pinto applications.

Order as part number EPW66 at £122.95 including VAT.
Suitable for:

Ford Cosworth YB 16v Turbo:
Ford Sierra RS Cosworth 3 door 1986-1987
Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2wd 1988-1989

Ford SOHC Pinto:
Ford Capri Mk1/Mk2/Mk3 1.6/2.0 1972-1987
Ford Cortina Mk3/Mk4/Mk5 1.6/2.0 1970-1982
Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000 2.0 1973-1974
Ford Escort Mk2 RS2000 2.0/Mexico 1.6 ’75-’80
Ford Granada Mk1 2.0 1973-1977
Ford Granada Mk2 1.6/2.0 1977-1985
Ford Granada/Scorpio Mk3 1.8/2.0 1985-1989
Ford Sierra 1.6/1.8/2.0 1982-1989
Ford Transit Mk2/Mk3 1.6/2.0 1978-1994
TVR Tamsin 200 2.0

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 now offering fully reconditioned Bosch electronic type distributor kits for the Ford SOHC Pinto engine.

The distributors are fitted with an integral electronic ignition module bolted to the distributor body. Each distributor has a modified advance curve to suit fast road/rally specification and is non-vacuum.

Each kit is supplied complete with constant energy coil and wiring harness. (When using on vehicles fitted with a ballast resistor, the ballast must be by-passed to provide 12v at the coil).

The kits are supplied with a straight cap. The approximate static ignition timing is 14deg BTDC.

Order as part number FT295K at £259.96 plus a £40 deposit, refundable on return of a serviceable early Pinto Bosch electronic unit. (Later static type units are not acceptable).

Suitable for:
Ford Capri Mk1/Mk2/Mk3 1.6/2.0 1972-1987
Ford Cortina Mk3/Mk4/Mk5 1.6/2.0 1970-1982
Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000 2.0 1973-1974
Ford Escort Mk2 RS2000 2.0 & Mexico 1.6 1975-1980

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