Aftermarket action
Serious models
The Amalgam Collection is a company that sells scale replicas of some of the most exciting street and racing cars ever built. New to the inventory is a large 1:8 scale Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 that won the 1932 Monaco GP race. At 1:8 scale, it’s about two feet long and costs $13,830. Another new 1:8 scale model is the McLaren Speedtail with more than 1,000 parts ($15,025), which is available for preorder. The smaller models appeal to more modest budgets. For example, a 1:18 scale Ferrari 488 Spider costs $740. Amalgam also sells scale replica Formula One racing steering wheels that start at $150. Visit www.amalgamcollection.com to view the inventory and to order.
That’s right, Jack
If you tow a medium to large trailer, you know what a hassle it can be when you have to use cinder blocks or wood under the tongue jack to get the right height. Attaching the sturdy Flip Jack Foot from Fastway solves that problem. When secured to the trailer’s tongue jack, it adds up to six extra inches in length. It also automatically tucks up out of the way when the trailer jack is retracted. The Flip Jack Foot is available for 2.0- and 2.25inch tongue jacks, starting at $40 including shipping. Head to www. fastwaytrailer.com for more info and for a list of dealers online or in your area.
Keep the pressure on
Tire-pressure-monitoring systems let you know when your tires are underinflated, but some don’t all tell you which one, or ones, are problematic. The Papago TPMS 100 wireless monitoring lets you know how your tires are doing at all times. The system includes four tire sensors plus a LED monitor that plugs into your vehicle’s 12-volt socket. It and displays each tire’s status and issues an alert if any of them become under or overinflated, or if any of the tires’ temperatures become too high. At the same time, the monitor’s built-in USB port lets you charge your cell phone. Purchase the Papago 100 for $120 from a number of online retailers including www.amazon.com. You can also view Papago’s complete lineup at us.papagoinc.com.
How to gauge a night out
Even gearheads will doff their jeans and T-shirts and get dressed up once in a while. When they do, they can add a pair of silver speedometer and gauge cuff-links supplied by Cuff-Daddy. These racing-inspired replicas feature an authentic-looking 5/8-inch-diameter speedometer that attaches to one cuff, while the other contains an equal-sized fuel gauge. Each one features an acrylic coating for lasting protection and is covered by Cuff-Daddy’s lifetime warranty. The $20 (including same-day shipping within the United States) price includes a hard-sided presentation box. Check them out at www.cuff-daddy.com.