Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs for Mini Paceman

Once again we have more ‘New Eibach Pro-Kit’ news, this time for the 2012 Mini Paceman. Pro-Kits are available in both 2WD and 4WD (ALL4) variants. Priced at £209 including VAT, these lowering kits include four coil springs. Both types offer a ride height drop of -30mm front and -20mm rear. Mini Paceman the 3-door crossover SUV which is based on the Countryman crossover was available from late 2012. Like its Countryman cousin, the Paceman is offered with a choice of either two or four wheel drive (ALL4). Engines sizes include 1.6i petrol or diesel and 2.0 diesels.

Eibach Pro-Kit
For most modern performance cars the Eibach Pro-Kit is the perfect solution for customers who want a high quality lowering spring kit. A lowering spring kit is designed to improve a cars road holding and handling, this is achieved by stiffening or increasing spring rates. An additional benefit of a lowering spring kit is a lowered sporting stance as the car ride height is lowered, in the case of the Mini Paceman -30mm front and -20mm rear. Using Eibach’s legendary spring system your cars appearance and performance is dramatically improved. Eibach Pro-Kit is designed to lower the centre of gravity thus reducing body roll when cornering and squat when accelerating. The effect of nose diving under heavy braking is also reduced. Pro-Kit gives any car a lowered stance and can be the finishing touch to cars fitted with oversize alloy wheels and tyre packages by closing the gap between wheel arch and the top of the tyre. Eibach develop, test and produce performance suspension with some of the world’s best known tuning brands. Success if found by actively exchanging information and experience gained by competition departments. In addition to racing applications they produce specialist fitments and suspension kits for fast road cars and track day specials.

Eibach BMW M3 E30

While we always like to keep you up to date with the latest Eibach suspension kits for the latest vehicles, sometimes it is nice to remind our customers of the suspension products available for the performance classics of bygone days. Eibach develop, test and produce performance suspension with some of the world’s best known tuning brands. Success if found by actively exchanging information and experience gained by competition departments. In addition to racing applications they produce specialist fitments and suspension kits for fast road cars and track day specials.

The BMW E30 M3 is a classic, no question, and we still offer a full chassis package for them from springs to alignment, with everything in-between.
The Pro Kit, E2003-240, offers a drop of around -30mm at the front and -25mm at the rear and is priced at £171.99. Using Eibach’s legendary spring system your cars appearance and performance is dramatically improved. Eibach Pro-Kit is designed to lower the centre of gravity thus reducing body roll when cornering and squat when accelerating.
For the anti-roll bars, kit E2003-320, the front bar is a 3-way adjustable Ø20mm item, and the rear is also 3 way adjustable with a Ø16mm. The Eibach Anti-Roll-Kit is essentially high quality tuned anti roll bars which reduce body roll when cornering hard by using higher rate sprung steel bars that are stiffer than standard. RRP on this full kit, including drop links, bushes, clamps, bolts and nuts, is £318.00.
On the alignment side we have the top mount adjustment kit for the front, 5.72065K priced with an RRP of £374.10. This offers an extra range of adjustment of ±0.50° for Castor, and +3.00° to -1.00° on Camber. And finally wheel spacers ranging from 5mm per side to 30mm, the RRP on these start at £41.00 and offers you the option of getting the look you require. Contact us via Aktiv Performance for more details

Ford Puma performance exhaust systems

We are able to supply a Ford Puma performance exhaust system for most models in the range including the 1.4i, 1.6i and 1.7i coupe built from 1997-2001. Many Puma applications are available from a choice of manufacturer including Milltek, Mongoose, Scorpion, Sportex, Supersprint and Ulter Sport. Sportex systems are available as non-centre silenced Race Tube systems (which are louder) or centre silenced Performance systems (which are quieter).

Most Ford Puma performance exhaust systems follow a similar route under the car as a standard system using where possible the standard mounting points. The materials used producing performance exhausts are typically aluminised steel and or T304 stainless steel. Silencers are built as a straight through design where a honey comb central pipe is surrounded by noise absorbing wadding. This allows gases to escape whist still giving good silencing properties. Although not always required it’s good practice to replace the existing exhaust clamps and retaining rubbers when changing the standard system for you new performance one. Performance exhaust systems usually comprise of a centre section with silencer and a back box, they are bolted or clamped to the front pipe, manifold or cat. Race tube systems are the same as the performance system but with fewer silencers for maximum power and are louder than standard exhausts or the equivalent performance exhaust system. Benefits of performance and race tube exhaust systems include a sharper throttle response; deeper bass sports exhaust sound, power increase and great looks from the choice of tail pipe designs. Performance exhaust systems are designed to allow gases to exit as quickly as possible from engine to rear of car. This is done using combinations of larger bore pipe work, free flow silencers and pipe work with more efficient bends than standard. View our performance exhaust product guide for information on related products.

BMW 4 series coupe

BMW have shown the new 4 series coupe which in effect replaces the 3 series coupe. Although labelled concept you are looking at the essential 4 series coupe that is due to hit showroom’s later in 2013. In a segment busy with the likes of the Audi A5 and C Class coupe the new BMW is likely to go straight to the top of the class with assured dynamics and a range of superb engines carried over from its 3 series cousin.

The “4” represents a new focus for the 3 Series with its own individual character and a stand-alone design with added aesthetic and dynamic appeal. This latest addition of nomenclature sees BMW building on the traditions of the BMW 6 Series and BMW 8 Series Coupes, while the “4” further stands out from the BMW 3 Series range thanks to its greater emphasis on sportiness and exclusivity. The BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe showcases a new athletic and elegant generation of mid-size Coupe. An array of high-quality details showcase the car’s perfectly balanced coupe proportions while the expertise of BMW Individual, skilled handcraftsmanship and carefully selected materials combine to create a luxurious interior.
The new BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe builds on the success of the current BMW E92 3 Series Coupé and E93 3 series Convertible, whilst looking ahead to the fourth generation of BMW’s sporty mid-size coupe now with additional style.

Rear Spoilers and Rear Wings

Rear spoilers for cars are designed to reduce drag at higher speeds. They achieve this by “spoiling” the flow of air over the car bodywork when at speed. Drag reduction enables the car to move more easily through the air increasing high speed stability due to the reduced rear lift. Drag reduction should to some extent improve fuel consumption and top speed.

Rear Spoilers can be found on high performance and race/rally cars. Many modern road cars also feature spoilers as standard or have them fitted by enthusiasts. Rear Spoilers can be fitted just for the high performance style they add to the look of a car. Some high end sports cars have rear spoilers that rise from the bodywork at high speed where they are required and lower back in to a recess at low road speed or when not in use. Rear spoilers are typically attached to the car using special automotive adhesives supplied when you make your purchase. Alternatively they bolt through the bodywork or are clipped to the rear screen. Rear spoilers are sometimes confused with rear wings. The purpose of a rear wing is the opposite of the rear spoiler in that it is designed to offer resistance to the air passing over the car. This resistance creates down force which pushes the car down to the road surface aiding handling and road holding but reducing top speed. Again rear wings are often fitted solely for the high performance style they add to the look of a car. Rear wings are available as universal fitment usually bolting to flat boot lids via their cast aluminium or carbon fibre legs. We do not supply universal rear spoilers as they rarely end with good results due to the more complex curves over the entire boot lid and rear quarter surfaces.

VW GOLF GTI: 8% improvment in fuel consumption when fitted with Eibach Pro-Kit

Customers usually fit the legendary Eibach Pro-Kit lowering spring kit for the obvious performance benefits ie sharper cornering, increased steering precision, reduced brake dive and that lower, leaner look. But Eibach has proven in the latest in a series of scientifically rigorous mileage tests, the 2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI also gained an impressive 8% in motorway mpg, improving its efficiency from 32.5 mpg to an amazing 35.1 mpg.

 

To put this in perspective, the 8% increase would result in a approximate savings of £678.00 over 50,000 miles (assuming £1.33 per litre average). Which means that the Eibach Pro-Kit springs will more than pay for themselves many times over in the first 50,000 miles and then, considering Eibach’s Million-Mile Warranty, will keep on saving for many years to come. With a VW Golf Eibach pro-kit fitted you start to save as soon as you fit the kit.

The lower stance of the Eibach-equipped Golf GTI decreases the frontal area of the already streamlined machine, and reduces turbulence under the chassis which also adds to aerodynamic drag.

This mileage testing was done under strictly controlled conditions, at a constant cruise-controlled speed, starting at 5 A.M. on a consecutive Saturday and Sunday to eliminate traffic, wind and weather factors. The only modification made to the test-subject Golf GTI was the installation of the Eibach Pro-Kit Springs.  The Eibach-equipped Volkswagen was not just more efficient, of course. Its carefully tuned Pro-Kit springs delivered all their performance and appearance advantages every mile of the way, while still retaining a fluid, comfortable ride. So the lucky driver of a Pro-Kit-Equipped Golf GTI will not only save money, he or she will have a great time doing it.

Vauxhall Nova light weight performance car

The light weight Vauxhall Nova was not only a hit as a family car but also with modifiers and race and rally teams.  The Nova name was for the Uk market elsewhere in europe it was called the Opel Corsa A.

Production of the Vauxhall Nova began on the 30th August 1982.  The new small Vauxhall was designed with front wheel drive unlike earlier rear wheel drive small Vauxhalls such as the Chevette in Zaragoza Spain. The program contained first a 3 door hatchback and a 2 door notchback saloon. With its compact dimensions, overall length hatch 3622mm, saloon 3955mm the Vauxhall Nova compared well among the class of the small cars such as the Ford Fiesta. The Vauxhall Nova was shown officially for the first time at the Paris motor show.  It was sold to begin with only in Spain and France.  Modernised carburettor engines were offered in three guises 1.0, 1.2 and 1.3.  The 1.0 and 1.2 models were equipped with 4 speed gear boxes and in the 1.3 model 5 speed gearboxes were standard. The differential was integrated with the transmission. The chassis had as with the Opel cadet and Opel Ascona, independent front suspension with McPherson shock struts and coil springs. At the rear a torsion beam trailing arm axle with twin conical coil springs was specified along with separate dampers.  Nova suspension kits are a popular upgrade from the standard set up. To begin with all models had front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Over the production life of the Vauxhall Nova many special editions were produced most with minor trim differences.  The exceptions being the Nova 1.3SR, 1.4 Sri and rare 1.3 Sport with twin weber carbs fitted as standard. February 1988 saw a new variant the 1.6i GSi with 74kW advanced fuel injection engine, low-pollution meeting euro standards using Bosch LE-Jetronic and electronic ignition. A major achievement was the well co-ordinated chassis. Exclusive equipment for the GSi included sport seats, tachometers and additional auxiliary instruments, alloy wheels and wide tyres completed the package. The Nova had a long production run of almost ten year being eventually replaced by the Vaxhall Corsa B which was in turn based upon the Vauxhall Nova.

Calibre Friction with NEW blue ball polished spokes

Calibre Friction with NEW blue ball polished spokes.  The Calbre Friction is one of the flagship wheels for the Calibre range.  For this season  a new colour option is available “electric blue”  for the 17″ alloys with ball polished spokes.

The Calibre range of styles has proven extremely popular with several market sectors bringing to them styles and fitments that had been craved and were unavailable elsewhere.  For this years season the dilemma was that Calibre offered so many great looking designs that is was time to offer the complete range of styles and fitment rather then concentrate on the niche designs.  Calibre alloy wheels have been aligned into three distinctive categories, Contemporary, Retro and Utility.  This ensures you will find a design to suit most modern vehicles in the Calibre range.

Inter Alloy Vauxhall Meriva B lowering springs

New to the market Inter alloy Vauxhall Meriva B lowering springs.  If you are looking to improve your cars suspension we offer a range of Vauxhall Meriva B lowering springs for most models including the 1.4i, 1.3CDTi, 1.7 CDTi.   Vauxhall Meriva B lowering springs are designed to improve suspension performance and have spring rates (stiffness) that are uprated by up to 25% to reduce body roll during cornering.  This also adds a “sports feel” to the ride quality.  The cars ride height is reduced approx -35 mm.  This drop in ride height lowers the cars centre of gravity this improves handling and road holding All Inter Alloy lowering spring kits under go the following processes.  Each spring is phosphated and epoxy coated red to protect it from corrosion from road salt etc and promote long life of the product.  The total Inter Alloy production process, from product development and research onto sales and distribution are certified as conforming to the ISO 9001 industry standard.  Each Inter Alloy sports spring kit has progressive spring rates which enable the car to maintain the same maximum load limit as the standard spring.  This Inter Alloy lowering spring kits include 4 sports springs.  Once fitted to the car the spring kits provide a “Sporting Feel” and enhance the road holding while maintaining an acceptable ride quality.

BMW PRESENTS: A UNIQUE SERIES OF FILMS FOR LONDON 2012.

As part of BMW’s commitment to supporting the momentous occasion of the 2012 Olympic games they have created BMW Presents, a series of films featuring some of our greatest athletes, past and present.  BMW is proud to be a sustainability partner of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The films follow Steve Cram in ‘Power, Speed and Endurance’; Louis Smith in ‘Form and Function’; Paralympian David Weir in ‘Man and Machine’ and swimmer Rebecca Adlington in ‘Beneath the Surface’. A number of inspiring directors have created these films, including Asif Kapadia, winner at the Sundance Film Festival for his documentary, ‘Senna’.

Each film explores the parallels between the athletes and BMW and the defining moments that motivate them to deliver the impossible. You will see how technology, training, determination and continuous improvement have all come together to achieve the ultimate performance.