STOP-START
Your weekender may be too old for the technology, but, as the daily gets upgraded, you’re bound to find yourself
behind the wheel of a Stop-Start-equipped vehicle — you know, the ones that switch off when stationary and
restart at the press of the accelerator. And when it comes time to chuck a new battery in it, Century has you
covered. The ISS Active Stop-Start systems are specially designed to satisfy the fuel-saving and emission-
reducing benefits of vehicles fitted with Idle Stop-Start (ISS) systems, incorporating innovative design features
and advanced raw materials to deliver superior cycling performance, high charge acceptance for rapid recharge
in between engine-off modes, and the extra power to run on-board electrics whilst the engine is switched off.
For more information on Century’s range of products and services, contact your local Century retailer on
0800 93 93 93 or visit centurybatteries.co.nz.
WAX ON, WAX OFF
Protect that precious paintwork the
easy way: Meguiar’s spray-on Hybrid
Ceramic Wax. The formula provides more
protection and durability than conventional
wax by simply spraying on, rinsing off,
and then drying. With all-new, advanced
SiO 2 hybrid technology, you get hybrid
ceramic protection without all the hassle.
After washing your paint and rinsing off
the soap, simply spray on Meguiar’s
Hybrid Ceramic Wax and then follow with
a second rinse using a strong stream of
water — that final rinse helps to spread
and lay down the wax. Dry with a premium
microfibre drying towel and you’re set.
For more details, contact the Smits
Group team on 0800 227 422 or head to
smitsgroup.co.nz.LOCK ’EM UP
Never let those turbo flange nuts or sump bolts come loose again; hit ’em with
the JB Weld Threadlocker range. Designed to lock and seal nuts and bolts on
all mechanical parts, body assemblies, and in hundreds of other applications
where things may come loose due to shock or vibration. The red Perma-
Lock High Strength Threadlocker is for heavy-duty applications and requires
heating and the use of hand tools to separate parts. The blue version is medium
strength, suitable for loosening with hand tools alone. The low-viscosity green
Perma-Lock can be applied to pre-assembled parts, as it penetrates between
part surfaces for a secure seal with no disassembly necessary.
Available from leading automotive and hardware stores. Contact your local
stockists for pricing.ULTIMATE SCAN
You’ll have seen the Foxwell NT414 Four Systems Scan Tool in previous
issues — you know, it’s the answer to all your diagnostic problems when
a simple eyeball won’t do the trick — and now Foxwell has gone and
released the new NT614. An all-makes scan tool, the NT614 is designed
for pros and enthusiasts alike to use to pinpoint error codes in the main
systems of the engine, transmission, anti-lock braking system (ABS),
supplemental restraint system (SRS), and electric park brake (EPB). It
can even reset oil-change service lights! With the OBDI adapter set, the
coverage — more than 60 manufacturers — combined with the sharp
price, leaves you with no excuse not to own one.
You can get your hands on a Foxwell NT614 Four Systems OBDI/OBDII
Scan Tool for just $395 — visit stahlcar.nz for further details.ACCURATE REVS
When you’re bouncing off the limiter or simply want to rev match your gear changes perfectly,
it pays to have accurate tools. The AutoGage 8000 RPM Tacho offers great performance
and value for money in one package. Engineered by AutoMeter, it’s ideal for a fast street car
or a weekend racer, and provides levels of accuracy and durability unheard of in the price
category. Reading from 0 to 8000rpm, it’s available in black or white face options and will suit
most four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines with 12volt and 16volt compatibility.
Priced at $114.98, you can get your hands on the AutoGage 8000 RPM Tacho by calling the
team at 1st Auto Parts on 09 638 6439. Further available found at autometer.com.ALL ABOUT THE FLOW
Restrictive factory air-filter and air-intake housings are not the goods; even
worse is a poorly designed and cheap aftermarket option, so, when you
get your hands on a Subaru WRX STi Turbo, your first port of call should be
K&M. The K&N 69-8009TWR Typhoon air-intake system is a free-flowing,
mandrel-bent aluminium tube air-induction system designed to dramatically
reduce airflow restriction as it smoothes and straightens the airflow, allowing
your engine to inhale a larger amount of air, and more air means more usable
power and acceleration throughout the rpm range. Best of all is the added
benefit of more aggressive and deeper acoustics during acceleration. With it
guaranteed to increase power with an easy install time and coming with K&N’s
Million Mile Limited Warranty, you can’t go wrong.
For more info and to find your local stockist, visit knfilters.com.