006 > News

What’s happening in the industry.

012 > Fresh Ayre

Our man in America has gone ‘hands-on’ this month and also does a little ranting.

038 > Display Cabinet

Iain Ayre attends a Canadian Sevenfest and reports on what he saw.

095 > Classified Ads

The biggest market-place for kit cars. We’ve the largest selection for sale.

018 > Cool Hand Nuke

The RTR Atomic is the ultimate minimal driving machine that does away with everything you don’t need and provides everything you do, its sole purpose being to provide the very best handling, roadholding and performance possible. Ian Hyne gives it a whirl round Curborough’s tight, twisting sprint circuit.

032 > Little and Large

Does a Sylva Riot just 80 mm wider in the cockpit than the original qualify as a new car worthy of the J16 designation? Ian Hyne gives it a once over and drives the car to find out.

044 > Marlin Magic

It is easy to get carried away with big budget builds, large capacity V8s and luxurious leather upholstery. Turn the clock back just ten years, however, and the vast majority of builds did not rely so heavily on these trappings. A greater reliance on fabricated components resulted in some truly unique vehicles. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) has come across an absolutely stunning Marlin Roadster. Here is why he thinks this machine is so special.

026 > Venom Headlights

Mainstream car manufacturers invest millions developing new styles of headlamp but kit car makers utilise stock items to grace their wares. Automotive parts resellers and developers MaxParts have developed a brand new headlamp design ideal for the kit car builder. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) has been champing at the bit to review the new light units - named Venom - to see what all the fuss is about.

056 > GD 427 Build

Car magazine is always pleased to hear from readers who are building or just completing their projects. This article covers one such build: a stunning Gardner Douglas GD427. Nigel, our Tech’ Ed’, brings you a blow-by-blow account of the entire build.

066 > Exhaust Systems

Kit car builders invest considerable time and budget producing the optimum engine. This is seldom the case when it comes to exhaust installations which can compromise their investment. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) delves into the theory behind exhaust system design - and dispels a few misconceptions along the way!

072 > AK 427 Build

At any time, our Tech’ Ed’ Nigel offers guidance to numerous Kit Car magazine readers. Some send a single question, others tap our techy for advice throughout an entire build. One such reader is Craig Ballard, who has built an absolutely stunning AK Cobra. The project demonstrates how determination and passion can produce amazing results.

076 > Tech Products

Chassis numbering punches, V8 EFi kit, Cobra-GT40 wheels, bumpers, LED lights and silicone hoses are featured this month.

086 > Alarm Systems

We’ve received numerous e-mails about immobilisers and alarm systems. There’s confusion regarding IVA and insurance company expectations. In response, we gave Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) the task of translating the current requirements into plain English and explaining exactly what a kit car builder needs in order to achieve that elusive IVA pass certificate and mandatory kit car insurance.

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