005 > News
What’s happening in the industry.
016 > Competitions
Your chance to enter EBC and Electrostatic Magic competions.
112 > Stafford 2010
Rob Hawkins provides a report and round up of the events at the 2010 Stafford Kit Car Show.
114 > IVA Guide
We showcase one of our most popular Guides.
118 > IVA News
It’s not that hard - cars are passing the test.
130 > Commercially Speaking
We spell out why Kit Car magazine is the logical choice for kit car builders.
146 > Classified Ads
The biggest market-place for kit cars. We’ve around 50 for sale.
076 > Steering the Conversation
DJ Sports Cars has been successful in the design and engineering of its model range because there’s always something new or Improved. Ian Hyne revels in their 502 Cu in Tojeiro.
096 > The Cobra Effect
Dreamt of owning your own Cobra recreation? Lack time, skill or inclination? Best go for a specialist-built example. One collaboration offering this personal service is Sovereign Cars of Whitchurch and AK Sportscars. Nigel our Tech’ Ed’ samples the latest offering just delivered to a discerning customer. Here is the story of how a visit to the Hampshire based showrooms turned into the delivery of the highest specification 427 recreation.
102 > GM Parts World
General Motors and it's UK subsidiary, Vauxhall, have been a source of engines for over 50 Years. The 2 Litre 16 Valve red top and the 5.7 Litre V8 small block are popular, but more refined incarnations are available, including the Eco-Tech from Vauxhall and the LS V8 from GM. Nigel visits the official importer.
104 > Gentle Giant
Tornado Sports Cars keeps a very low profile in terms of advertising and promotion but then the longest established Ford GT 40 replica manufacturer in the world and quite possibly the best, doesn’t need to shout about it. People who know what they want will always find them. Ian Hyne has found a rare big-block powered car and having been driven in a genuine car, the thrill is very similar.
108 > New Tricks
For many young Cobra enthusiasts, a lifetime has passed since the Sumo’s 1989 introduction. At the time it proved to be the kit the public wanted to build at the price they wanted to pay and though the car’s specification has changed dramatically in the intervening years, today’s Sumo remains true to its original ideals of offering quality with affordability. Ian Hyne drives a Chevy 350 powered Sumo Mk 3.
086 > Gearbox Problems
The experience of both Den Tanner and Nigel Dean comes together in saving a reader a great deal of expensive gearbox rebuilding.
092 > Cooling Capers
Installation of a kit car cooling system should hold little challenge. However, overheating issues are more common than you’d think. Nigel, our technical brain, explains the pitfalls and runs through Kenlowe’s range of fans.
094 > Lights and the Law
Lighting is subject to the same rigorous IVA requirements as other aspects of a kit car. A build can be enhanced considerably by carefully selecting and installing various technologies/products. In Nigel’s typical style, he runs through the choices.
098 > Tech Products
This month’s crop of products designed to make life easier for kit car owners and builders include ETB Instruments, lead sound deadening, hose finishers and fire extinguishers.
100 > Tech Talk
Questions about rebuilding V8s, flickering speedos, fuel injection, toggle switches and VIN numbers are put to Nigel this month.
110 > Tech Tips
This month’s column is devoted to measuring threads, converting units, number plate date ranges and dealing with oil leaks.
125 > Boot Selection
All you need to know about wheels and tyres.
134 > Strapped In
Nigel Dean goes through the pros and cons
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