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SKY HIGH
Toyota V8 motors deserve some high-rise love too, and with
this 1UZ-FE four-barrell high-rise intake manifold your four-
litre V8 is going to have more air and fuel than it knows what to
do with. Suited to speedway Super Stock racing, hot rods, and
burnout comp cars, you can dream big with these manifolds
when aiming to hit the 400–550hp mark.
Priced at $2294.25, you can grab yours from Horsepower
Heads — call 03 377 0974 or search Horsepower Heads on
facebook — facebook.com/horsepowerheads.QUALITy COUNTERS
Classic Instruments is one of the key players
in elite-level car builds throughout the USA,
and you can now get its gauges right here in
New Zealand, thanks to Rods by Reid. Rods by
Reid is an authorized New Zealand vendor for
Classic Instruments, which has just released
an all-new performance bezel with AutoCross
and Velocity series 2-inch gauges. All
instruments are packaged individually, include
wiring harness, installation hardware, and
the necessary sending unit. The full range of
gauges and any additional information can be
found at classicinstruments.com, or you can
call the Rods by Reid team on 07 552 5977.FOR YOUR MINI MECHANIC
Teng Tools appreciate all tinkerers, and in acknowledgment of those on the smaller
side, they have a specially designed Teng Tools Mini Tool Kit. This 35-piece kit includes
¼” drive sockets and accessories, fold-up universal tool kit, screwdrivers, pliers, and
combination spanners — everything needed to get your little one going. And just like
the big-kid toolboxes, it features a drop-front cover with magnetic close, ball bearing
slides, and rubber feet.
Priced at approximately $350. Get in touch via [email protected] or check
out tengtools.co.nz or facebook.com/tengtoolsnz.
TAKE A DIP
So you’ve discovered Plasti Dip — the flexible, insulating,
non-slip, durable, and removable rubber coating — now
explore the Plasti Dip Aerosol Enhancers range. Designed
as a top coat to be sprayed over an existing Plasti Dip
finish, these enhancers will give any Plasti-Dipped item
a unique look. Try the Glossifier for a polished finish,
the Pearlizer for an opalescent sheen, or the range of
Metalizers to add a shimmering metallic finish to the
original colour underneath.
Available from leading automotive and hardware retailers,
priced at around $30 per can. For more information,
check out plastidip.co.nz.