What's New

August/September 2008

	Mackay Consistent with Mackay’s ongoing development strategy, the company has released 106 new hoses in May. This takes the total number of new hoses released in the past 12 months to 272. Mackay’s increasing range covers over 4000 diverse vehicle applications. The recent additions include applications for European, Japanese and Korean vehicles. With monthly releases of new hoses, Mackay’s hose programme is expanding at a rapid rate. info@mackayrubber.com.au or visit www.mackayrubber.com.au
	Optimax Narva’s Optimax revolving beacon fills this need perfectly with a single bolt solid mounting base tailored for easy fitment to the small brackets often found on ute and 4x4 sports bars. With the solid single bolt, the large surface area of the common three point bases beacons is not required. The design makes the new Narva Optimax single bolt version not only suitable for ute’s, but a wide range of commercial vehicles and construction machinery where flat surfaces for mounting a beacon is limited Brown & Watson International Pty Ltd Phone: (03) 9730 6000
	Kincrome Vice Three vices in the program range have jaw widths of 100, 125 and 150mm with maximum jaw opening of 150mm for the two smaller models and 200mm for the larger model.The new Kincrome vices are manufactured from heavy duty steel finished in blue hammertone for corrosion protection and plain good looks. Each vice has a 360 degree swivel base with a swivel locking system and the bases are designed to be securely bolted down to a bench. The new Kincrome vices are available from leading hardware outlets at prices starting from $119.95. Kincrome Australia Pty Ltd Phone: (03) 9730 7100
	Narva Truckstar Truckstar globes feature an innovative filament design with optimised suspension which delivers greatly enhanced resistance to vibration and shock. At the same time the revolutionary technology delivers 100% more light and a life performance never achieved before in 24Volt halogen lighting. The new globes are available in H1, H3, H4 and H7 format. Sydney private suburban fleet operator CDC has dramatically reduced the cost of replacement globes with the installation of the latest high tech 24Volt Truckstar globes from Narva. Brown & Watson International Pty Ltd Phone: (03) 9730 6000 National Toll Free: 1800 113 443
	The New Bosch Wiper Balde Catalogue Bosch, the world’s leading wiper blade manufacturer, has released a new 2008/2009 Wiper Blade and Refill Catalogue.The Bosch wiper blade range covers over 95 per cent of the Australian vehicle population and offers three distinct levels of product. • Eco – better value than refills • Micro Edge – advanced original equipment design • Aerotwin – the ultimate in wiping performance for maximum safety and longest life For a copy of the new catalogue please contact your local distributor or call Bosch Customer Service on 1300 30 70 40. www.bosch.com.au.
	New Stage 1 Intake aFe's new air intake system for the 2004-05 BMW 545i and 645Ci. The stage 2 air intake system utilizes specially designed intake tubes that are designed to maximize air velocity and improve horsepower, torque and throttle response. The durable, one-piece 18-gauge powder coated heat shield blocks out engine heat and installs using factory mounting locations. This system also includes a polished aluminum cover for aggressive styling. www.aFepower.com
	Cold Air Wonder SS Inductions has recently released a high quality budget Cold Air Induction for the Holden VE V8. To ensure maximum performance across the entire rev range, this new unit features their revolutionary Y Pipe, which is also a sought after accessory for their VE V8 Growler® and a key design element of SS Inductions’ market leading VE V8 OTR Growler®. The unit for obvious reasons has been named the “Y Pipe Induction” and is manufactured using only the highest quality industrial ABS. www.ssinductions.com.au
	Automotive Industry Safety Guide 2008 updated and released. The Automotive Industry Guide to Workplace Safety Guide has been released for 2008 to help automotive repairers across Australia reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the industry. The 2008/09 Guide addresses vital issues such as, poor ventilation caused by fumes, gases, vapours and dust, tyre and wheel hazards, asbestos, hoist safety and occupational eye injury prevention.Pro-Visual Publishing once again worked with the Motor Trader’s Association NSW to produce the 11th edition of the annually released chart. Additional copies are available and all charts are produced and distributed without cost. www.provisual.com.au.
	Engine Checkup Pro Quip International is proud to announce the Australian launch of the highly awarded EngineCheckUp㤠oil test kit. The Australian launch comes close after a hugely successful launch in Europe, Canada and the United States.A do-it-yourself engine test, received an Innovation Award in the maintenance category at the 2007 Aftermarket Accessories Trade Show in Las Vegas. Users simply compare test results with an easy-to-understand graphics key to determine the type and degree of contamination and recommendations. No tools or professional assistance are needed. +61 3 9761 1110 www.proquip.com.au
	Performance Driven Spark Plugs Using an Yttrium enhanced centre electrode these original equipment quality plugs offer a service life of up to 40,000km.Bosch Platinum Plus uses a pure platinum centre electrode and yttrium enhanced ground electrode to increase service life to 60,000km. Platinum Plus delivers a more reliable spark at higher RPMs for premium engine performance. Quite simply, the new Bosch spark plug program delivers value for money. www.bosch.com.au
	Wonder tread The design of K110 has advanced the partial use of silica in the K104 to the use of a High TG Polymer and Specific Resin (HPSR) compound which provides superior wet traction and braking. HPSR also results in reduced wear and rolling resistance, which is of particular benefit to both consumers and the environment because of the decrease in fuel consumption. A high-density nylon reinforcement belt integrated into the K110 design ensures an even distribution of ground contact pressure while cornering. www.hankooktyre.com.au
	The Professional Choice SP hand tools have announced their latest toolkit offering. The Field Service kit is a 221 piece kit featuring both metric and imperial tools. The kit is a complete offer of sockets, spanners, toolbox, screwdrivers, pliers and other tools. The kit is housed in SP latest heavy duty toolbox. Features include rollover frame, heavy duty roller bearing slides, thicker steel construction just to name a few. The rollover frame also acts a crane pick up point (this kit is no lightweight) Available now from your nearest SP Tools dealer www.sphandtools.com

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