004 > News

What’s happening in the industry.

014 > Fresh Ayre

Our man in America brings his unique slant on kit car life.

068 > More News

From within the industry.

100 > Stafford

Rob Hawkins last year’s Stafford show.

216 > Classified Ads

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

152 > Crazy Horses

The 2CV may seem old hat, but it still retains a massive following. Ian Hyne meets the man who makes Deauvilles out of them.

158 > You Wear It Well

If ever you needed proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks, here it is. The DGT has mutated from a Fiat / Lancia based kit to an MR2 Mk2 based panel transformation and it’s none the worse for it. Ian Hyne welcomes it back.

166 > Animal Magic

DNA’s new 430 Scuderia uses the Ford Cougar as donor. Ian Hyne salutes DNA’s design and manufacturing.

174 > Surf's Up

The Dutton Surf looks remarkably similar to the Commander it replaces. No real surprise as a unique, multi-role vehicle, its styling is dictated by the talent that separates it from everything else on four wheels. Ian Hyne follows the 20 year evolution of Dutton’s kit-form amphibian.

184 > Survivor

The NG is almost the sole survivor of a once crowded market that
rivalled today’s Cobra and Seven-inspired sector. So why has the NG survived? Ian Hyne assesses its timeless attractions.

018 > Tech Talk

How to attach body to chassis and a look at an amazing Rover V8 installation are in Nigel’s letter-box this month.

022 > Leading Light

Stafford Vehicle Components (SVC to most) has become an integral part of our industry. They offer quality lighting products with unparalleled technical
expertise. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) has been to see how they work.

114 > Stafford Tech

Nigel Dean Takes you around last year’s Stafford show from a techies perspective.

196 > Injection Race

Three years ago, Nigel our Tech’ Ed’ wrote a feature on the basic principles of fuel injecting first generation American V8s. Since then more sophisticated and less expensive hardware has become available. In addition, IVA regulations have settled into their groove, so a revisit is worthy of additional editorial. To demonstrate the latest kits, Nigel takes us through the process of injecting your Yank small block.

204 > Lubrication

Opie Oils – the UK’s largest supplier of automotive oils and additives took Nigel through the ins and outs of choosing the correct lubricant.

210 > Maxxis Tyres

Maxxis is a name synonymous with quality tyres and the company is one of the largest suppliers in the world. Having teamed up with our Tech’ Ed’, here’s his step-by-step guide on what a kit car builder should consider when choosing a set of boots. From aspect ratio to selecting the correct compound for your road rocket.

214 > Tech Tips

This month’s column is devoted to choosing your exhaust system. Here are Nigel’s top tips when it comes to deciding between underslung or side pipes.

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