REGULARS
HYNESIGHT
Having been
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eatly impressed by the apparent complexity of the Blackjack Zero design and the comparative simplicity of the Toniq-R, the editor calls for more ambitious kit car design.
NEWS
A full round-up of all the latest news, developments and updates from the industry’s manufacturers and specialist suppliers.
YOUR SAY
Your chance to air your views on anything that moves you to comment on matters of general or topical interest.
FRESH AYRE
The wonderful world of the internet, getting nostalgic over Lucas wiring, in praise of the Devaux, a top Speedster and a Candy Apple Finale occupy our man’s thoughts.
KIT CARS GALORE
Summer weather is bringing kit cars out of the garage and into the
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et-place to make way for new build projects. This month sees another brilliant selection of complete used kit cars offered for sale.
LET US GUIDE YOU
Classic replicas represent a large proportion of the kit cars available today. We’ve been detailing all of them in alphabetical order. This month we cover the last 48 pages worth, from Ki to Ro.
FEATURES
FIERY
PHOENIX
Raw’s 1600 4AGE twin-cam 16-valve is a hugely versatile kit car engine as this supercharged
Phoenix
indelibly proves.
THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT
The Toniq-R offers nothing new under the skin but it has performance, handling and
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ip as well as a brilliantly designed body style that’s a shot in the arm for the kit car world.
THE MARK OF ZERO
The Blackjack Zero is a blast of fresh air for the three-wheeler
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et as well as a masterclass in kit car design and styling. Naturally,
Richard
Oakes is responsible.
GREEN ULTIMA
By ignoring Euro IV emission engines, manufacturers are closing the door on European exports. Nigel finds an Ultima with a Euro IV spec engine and 500 bhp!
WINNING WOMEN
Jackie Skelton
recounts the tale of the last two rounds of the Formula Woman Championship and blazes a trail for other women to follow.
BY THE BOOK
Ron Champion’s book and the resulting Locost have swept through the kit car world.
Ian Hyne
catches up with developments and encourages us to buy the book.
TIME MACHINE
We take a look at the Nostalgia range of replicas.
WORKSHOP
TECH PRODUCTS
Another couple of useful products for kit car builders; a flexible exhaust joint and affordable stainless steel overbraid for engine hoses.
TECH TALK
Nigel gives his tips for successful body alignment of any kit and advises a reader on the significance of a category D write off as a basis for a kit project.
IS THE CARB STILL KING?
Last time Nigel looked at the subject, carbs were still more popular than injection. Two years down the line he revisits the subject to see what’s changed.
HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE EXPLAINED
There’s a lot of twaddle talked about power and torque such that many people have the wrong idea. Tech ed, Nigel explains it in black and white.
TECH TIPS
Ever had a sticking throttle? It’s not pleasant so this month’s tips all relate to the correct installation of throttle cables and linkages.
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