Mini Spares can now offer Evolution electronic distributors that are specifically designed to match the Mini Spares Evolution001 cam profiles on modified and updated classic Minis.
There are three types available:
C-27H7701 – For standard to 276 lift profiles up to Mini Spares Evolution Cam MDM276 and Piper equivalent Retail price: £99.00 incl. VAT C-27H7702 – For 285 – 296 lift profiles. Retail price: £90.00 incl. VAT C-27H7703 – For 310 – 315 racing lift profiles. Retail price: £97.20 incl. VAT
Mini Spares Evolution001 cam prices start at £95.04 inc. VAT
For more details contact Mini Spares on +44 1707 607700 or visit their website: www.minispares.com
Mini Spares special baulk rings are CNC grooved and precision machined for concentricity. They use the original type fixings to ensure that the correct areas receive heat treatment. They are similar to the pre 2000 Genuine Rover product in terms of performance and reliability and are better and cheaper than the later Rover product which proved to be unreliable in service.
This type of baulk (synchro) ring has been the same since 1962 except for changing from steel to sintered. The rings slow down the gears to ensure that they mesh without crashing. They have a friction surface that is the first thing to engage with the next gear when shifting. The height that the ring sits proud of the cone surface indicates the wear, but the common sense approach is to replace them sooner rather than later.
Order as 22G2033EVO. Retail price £15.66 inc VAT each. Four are required per car.
NB: These are the Mini Spares version of the genuine Rover sintered type but for a metal upgrade based on the original type used on 1960’s Coopers, Mini Spares can supply part number C-22A1741.
For more details contact Mini Spares on +44 1707 607700 or visit their website: www.minispares.com
Alpina is widely known as the ‘factory recognised’ source of BMW tuning and M-Style is proud to be able to offer this genuine Alpina G30 front splitter.
The splitter Is made of ABS plastic and naturally comes with a complete fitting kit.
The Alpina front splitter fits all BMW G30 / G31 pre-LCI SE models and as you would expect from Alpina the fit is superb. (Alpina also offer a different splitter for the LCI facelift versions). These are brand new products and prices were not available at time of printing. Please contact M-Style or see website for price. For further details e-mail info@mstyle.co.uk or call 0208 598 9115
The MGF was fitted with a ‘Hydragas’ suspension system employing interconnected fluid and gas displacers which provided a surprisingly compliant ride and could be tuned to provide good handling characteristics. However, it must have had its problems because when the MGF was replaced by the MG TF in 2002 the Hydragas suspension was replaced by conventional coil springs.
MGF owners can now have the relability of conventional dampers combined with the benefit of bump and rebound adjustability by fitting GAZ GT adjustable dampers.
GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions and driving style by means of an easily accessible knob on the side.
GAZ can set the dampers up with valving 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 GT dampers feature a zinc plated body and have a 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 adjustable dampers for all models of the MGF from 1995 on: Order as GT2-4621 – Front and GT2-4621- Rear. Both retail at £63.73 each + carriage & VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
The automotive world is going green and the changes are already spreading to the race circuit. Thus it was only a matter of time before GAZ Shocks would produce performance suspension dampers for a clean and green hybrid… the time is here!. GAZ is pleased to be able to introduce fully adjustable dampers for the Honda Insight.
This is good news to anyone with a Honda Insight as replacement OE dampers are not currently available.
These GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions and driving style. The adjustable damping rates 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.
GAZ dampers for the Honda Insight retail at £78.81 each + carriage & VAT. Order as GT9 5260. GAZ can also supply heavy duty springs to complement the dampers.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
It’s now over 55 years since the last Mk1 Cortina rolled off the production line. However for those that are still running around GAZ has fully adjustable GT rear dampers to improve the rear suspension and bring it into the 21st Century.
GAZ fully adjustable GT dampers enable the damping bump and rebound rate to be adjusted to suit the conditions, load and driving style. The adjustable damping rates can be altered by means of an easily accessible knob on the side of the units.
GAZ can set up these dampers for general road use or for serious classic racing if that’s your preference.
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 rear dampers for the Cortina Mk1 can be ordered as GT7-2056 and retail at £76.49 each + carriage & VAT
GAZ can also rebuild the front struts of the Mk1 Cortina to whatever specification is required by the owner: direct standard replacement, fast road or various race options.
Contact GAZ for price.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com
Fidanza can provide lightweight alloy flywheels for the 1275cc Austin Healey Sprite from 1966 through until 1970 and the MG Midget from 1967 to 1974.
A Fidanza lightweight flywheel is simple to install when the clutch is replaced and will bring the following benefits:
• Faster throttle response and quicker acceleration • Additional horsepower to the wheels (reduced parasitic losses) • Smoother, faster shifting • Easier braking, better slowing (due to reduced rotational mass) • Reduced clutch wear and improved efficiency (from better heat dissipation) • Cost savings and longevity (thanks to Fidanza’s replaceable green friction plate – no need to replace entire flywheel when worn) • Potential for increased fuel economy (if you can keep your foot off the gas!) • Quality and reliability (made in the USA from top grade materials)
It can be ordered as part number 126751 and retails at USD $403.47 plus shipping and 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
Purchase directly from www.fidanza.com as part number 126751 at $403.47 plus shipping and import tax. (Available in the UK from Demon Tweeks.)
Owning a C5 or C6 Corvette might be the ultimate dream for many sportscar enthusiasts, but for the handful that achieve the dream they may also experience a hidden nightmare. A well-known and longtime problem with many Corvettes is the amount of heat transferred through the console (directly above where the exhausts run) into the interior which can make the cabin area quite uncomfortable.
Fortunately, the solution is simple. DEI has just released a selection of tailor made tunnel shield kits for C5 and C6 Corvettes that will reduce console and interior temperatures as well as serving as a barrier to unwanted road noise. The Tunnel Thermal Shields are made from 10mm thick embossed aluminum that has been bonded to a hightemp, finely woven, needle-punched glass fibre composite material. The shields can withstand direct temperatures up to 955°C and feature an aggressive self-adhesive backing that holds tight even at temperatures exceeding 232°C.
The shields are available as a single Trans Tunnel Plate Heat Shield, a 4-piece Trans Tunnel Side Shield kit, or a complete 5-piece set (C5 # 50530 & C6 # 50532).
All parts have been CNC-cut for a perfect fit and ease of installation and the can be fitted without removing the Transmission Tunnel Reinforcement Plate.
Prices start at £79.46 and range up to £187.09 plus shipping and import tax.
Kits for the C7 Corvette models will be available soon.
On most cars the camber at the rear is fixed. However Burton Power now has a simple solution for Ford Fiesta Mk7 models (including the ST180) to increase the rear camber by an extra 1.5° per side.
The simple modification will provide optimal wheel contact with the ground as well as improving the handling, steering response and suspension precision.
The Rear Negative Camber Plates are simply fitted between the wheel hub and rear beam. The camber is altered with minimal change to the wheel track.
Suitable for Ford Fiesta Mk7 2008-2017 and Fiesta Mk7 ST180 1.6 EcoBoost 2013-2017.
Order as part number PC0977 at £101.95 (inc VAT) per pair.
for further details contact Burton Power on 0208 554 2281 www.burtonpower.com
Late November …. It’s cold, it’s grey, it’s dark at 4 o’clock, the world’s in a mess… not really much to be cheerful about… save for one thing. It’s time for the annual pilgrimage to Essen for the Essen Motor Show. All of a sudden the glass is half full, not half empty. It’s still cold and grey, but Christmas is coming and at last there’s something to lift the spirits. It’s time to meet up with Europe’s best tuning-meisters at the Essen Motor Show… and here’s a selection of what we saw this year:
The new BMW M2 – and the colour changes! How do they do that?
Our friends at Prior were back with some tasty treats…
