Month: September 2022

For many years, Webcon has offered a superb twin Weber 45DCOE kit to suit the VW 1.6 and 1.8 eight valve engine. However, for some tuners, the twin setup is not suitable either for space or race regulation reasons; the only option is to fit a single DCOE, but, up until now, single DCOE manifolds have been extremely difficult to find.

Webcon is therefore pleased to announce the introduction of a superb quality intake manifold to allow the fitment of any size of Weber DCOE or DCO/SP to the VW 1.6 and 1.8 8 valve engine.

Using a crossover design to ensure even fuel distribution, part number M150 is fully compatible with the Webcon range of LP1000 throttle linkage kits. It also features captive threads to allow fitment of a rod and rose joint type linkage.

M150 is available from stock and is priced at £317.50 plus VAT

For further details contact Webcon UK on +44 (0)1932 787100 or visit www.webcon.co.uk

Mini Spares is pleased to announce it can now offer its own version of the 29 tooth primary gear for A-plus 1275cc engines.

The Mini Spares DAM8890 gear comes with an easy-change front floating bush which is held in by a circlip. When the bush finally needs replacing it can easily be removed without the need to replace the gear as well.

End float clearances for the 29 tooth primary gear are from .0035 to .0065.
Shim washers DAM6486 to DAM6490 for use with the 29 tooth primary gear are also available from Mini Spares.

Original A+ 29 tooth primary gears were usually over £200.00 from Rover (and that was a while back), but the Mini Spares DAM8890 primary gear retails at just £163.20 inc VAT.

For more details contact Mini Spares on
+44 1707 607700 or visit their website: www.minispares.com

Classic Mk1 and 2 Minis and Mini Coopers had chrome metal catches for the sliding windows and channels. Black and white plastic catches replaced the original ones in May 1963. The original metal versions have not been made for a while, which is why they are so difficult to find.

Thankfully, Mini Spares now offers a premium original reproduction of the chromed metal catch set which enjoys a high quality of manufacturing and an accurate vintage style.
The parts are made of Zamak (a mixture of Zinc and Aluminium) and manufactured by high temperature die-cast injection in a steel mould. Few other technical materials offer such a combination of strength, hardness and rigidity. The piston of the mechanism is made of 316L stainless steel to ensure optimal operation, solidity and longevity.

The parts are plated by hanging in a plating bath (each piece is manually hung on a frame and then soaked in treatment baths) before being polished manually. Finally, a colourless epoxy lacquer is applied to protect the parts from oxidation.

This full and complete kit comprises: four chrome latches + four white plastic parts + four rubber seals + four chrome screws + four chrome nuts.
Order as part number MSSK015METAL at £288.00 inc VAT.

Also available at additional cost: stainless steel runners for use with these catches.
Order as 14A6769 and 14A6770

For more details contact Mini Spares on
+44 1707 607700 or visit their website: www.minispares.com

In keeping with its policy of producing parts for the classic Mini which are no longer available from the original source, Mini Spares is pleased to announce the introduction of a Lowern Engine Mount Bracket for manual transmission Minis.

This engine mounting bracket fits to the alloy bracket (12G1318) on the front cover of the gearbox which also holds the radiator support bracket.

The bracket can be ordered as part number 12A361 at £54.72 inc VAT.

For more details contact Mini Spares on
+44 1707 607700 or visit their website: www.minispares.com

M-Style is pleased to announce it can now provide a wide range of styling components to enhance the BMW F82 M4.

The components include:
Carbon fibre MP style side skirts – £349
Carbon steering wheel trim insert – £199
AC Schnitzer exhaust with black tips – £3100
KW height adjustable springs – £695
Number plate surrounds – £15
AC Schnitzer roof spoiler – £339
Carbon MP style splitter – £399
Carbon Racing diffuser – £399
Carbon V-style spoiler – £159
Genuine carbon mirror covers – £688
12mm & 15mm spacers – £139
Prices include VAT

If required, M-Style can also provide affordably priced fitting and painting services at its Romford fitting centre.

­For further details e-mail info@mstyle.co.uk or call 0208 598 9115

As an official Cobra Sport dealer, M-Style is proud to announce it can now supply the new Cobra Sport axle-back Venom exhaust system for the BMW M2 Competition.

The Venom exhaust system removes the rear silencer thereby allowing the M2 Competition to ‘sing’ as it should; weight is significantly reduced but the vehicle. This ‘non-valved’ exhaust removes the use of the factory exhaust valves – but this does not harm the running of the vehicle. The exhaust sound options are removed, however the Cobra Sport exhaust has been designed with this in mind, and the options are replaced by a single, more satisfying, exhaust sound!

To keep the styling fresh on the M2 Competition, Cobra Sport offers Carbon Fibre 4” quad tailpipes. These stand out from the stock pipes and complement the black accents of the vehicle, supplying a distinctive visual nod to the audible emotion the Cobra Sport equipped M2 will now be producing.

As a bonus to its customers, M-Style is offering free fitting on this exhaust. Also, as a special offer to Performance BMW readers, it is offering a 5% (£33.30) discount on the £666 retail price of the exhaust itself; this offer is valid up until the following issue of PBMW goes on sale. To take advantage of this offer just present this issue of PBMW when you arrive for fitting.

­For further details e-mail info@mstyle.co.uk or call 0208 598 9115

The Mk6 Golf and its other VAG siblings continue to enjoy immense popularity. This is no surprise, as they are great handling cars; however there is room for improvement by fitting a GHA kit from GAZ Suspension.

The kit contains lowered suspension springs, ride height adjusters and GAZ dampers which have adjustable damping rates. The damping rate 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 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 plated body to keep them looking good and working well for long into the future.

Ride height is adjustable by means of coilover spring seats on the front struts and spring height adjusters at the rear. All units are individually tested before leaving the factory and covered by a two year warranty.

The GAZ GHA kit for these VAG models can be ordered as part number GHA320 and retails at £685.22 plus carriage and VAT.

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

The Sunbeam Alpine is a great looking and affordable classic British sports car that makes an attractive alternative to an MG or Triumph. However like most cars that date from the Sixties, some improvement can be made to the ride and handling.

GAZ now has some special adjustable dampers for the Alpine to uprate the suspension.

GAZ GT Dampers have adjustable damping rates which can be altered by means of an easily accessible screw head on the side of the units.

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

GAZ dampers feature a zinc plated body and a durable 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 Sunbeam Alpine will also fit the Tiger and retail at £70.68 each plus VAT. They can be ordered as part number GT7-4530 (Front) and GT7-4531 (Rear).

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

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

As standard, the RX-7 (FB type) had excellent handling characteristics – a great front/rear balance and a low centre of gravity. You might think there’s not much left to improve, but GAZ is always one for a challenge, so has now produced a fully adjustable coilover suspension upgrade for the RX-7 (FB type) that will allow drivers to tailor the settings to suit their driving style and use.

The GAZ  coilover conversion is suitable for serious track or competition vehicles although it can also be used on street cars if you are prepared to trade excellent handling for a harder ride.

The damper rate is adjustable and can be adjusted whilst on the vehicle by means of easily accessible knobs.

Ride height is adjustable through 60mm of adjustment and the units are individually tested before leaving the factory and covered by a two year warranty.

The kit consists of front and rear dampers and springs. The customer needs to supply donor front struts as GAZ refurbish and machine the lower cast stub axle and incorporate it in the new front struts. The kit retails at £752.86 + carriage & VAT.

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

If you’re looking for a budget car to take racing or use as a basis for a track day car then the Renault Clio 2000 is worth considering.

GAZ Shocks is now offering a full race suspension conversion for the Clio 2000 complete with adjustable top mounts to precisely tune the geometry.

Damper rates are adjustable on the car by means of side mounted knobs to set the car up for particular driving styles and tracks.

The GAZ Gold range comes with a gas cell in the reservoir filled with a high viscosity index multi grade oil to prevent cavitation and reduce fade in motor racing conditions.

Ride height is adjustable through 60mm of adjustment and the units are black zinc plated and fitted with anodised adjusters for long life.

As with every GAZ product all these units are individually tested and certified before leaving the factory.

GAZ Gold Kit including adjustable top mounts for post facelift Renault Clio 2000 – Part Number GGA499F – £1,064.26 plus VAT.

Also available separately: Adjustable top mounts (pair) – £173.65 plus VAT.

To find you local GAZ dealer visit the GAZ website:
www.gazshocks.com