TUNER ESSENTIALS
New ways to enhance your car that have taken our fancy this month
Power flex bush es for Porsche 996 and 997 rear upper link arm £56.28 for inner and outer kit (£28.14 for each)
Powerflex has been making kits for both the inner and outer bushes for the 996 and 997 for some time. However, some cars came with an arm with a 19.5mm internal diameter, rather than the regular 22mm so Powerflex has made a new kit so all 996/997s are catered for.
Dream science Stratagem iMAP for Ford Performance cars £ 44 5
This tuning handset allows you to choose from a variety of tuning files. The device plugs into the car’s OBD port and allows you to change the tune of your vehicle a limitless number of times. It’s compatible with the Mk3 Focus RS, V8 and fourcylinder Mustangs, and the Focus and Fiesta ST.
Momo Indy Heritage steering wheel £ 242 . 39
This steering wheel draws from Momo’s long history of iconic steering wheels. The Indy Heritage features all the hallmarks the brand has become known for, including three brushed aluminium spokes, a small centre and horn button, and the company’s logo on its face. A glossy mahogany rim reinforces its classic look.
Forge front-mounted inter cooler for BMW 1- series( F 20) and 3- series( F 30) £ 815 . 81
This bar and plate intercooler has been designed to not only reduce intake temperatures more significantly than the standard BMW item, and therefore increase power, but also to fit without any further modification to the car. It includes clamps, retainers and an instruction booklet.
Schnitz er gear shift paddles for BMW £205.39 for M- cars ,£256.99 for 1-,2-,3- and 4- series
The plastic wheel-mounted paddles in modern BMWS don’t feel as premium as they might. AC Schnitzer says these 2mm-thick black anodized aluminium replacement paddles with red graphics are more comfortable to use and the material makes the gear change action more satisfying.
Nov itec N-T ronic module for Maser atiGhibl iS £ 1554
German tuner Novitec, with a reputation for modifying Italian exotica, has created a package for the new Maser atiGhib li SQ 4. Power goes from 424bhp to 487bhp, and the car’s 0-62mph time is down from 5.0sec to 4.4sec. Styling and chassis upgrades, including 22-inch wheels and carbonfibre spoilers, are also available.
Qua ife five-speed sequential gear kit for Honda Civic Type R( EP 3) and In te gr a Type R( DC 5) ££ £ POA POA POA
Quaife’s sequential gearbox is designed to withstand more power than the regular transmission, while allowing faster gear changes. It retains the original bell housing from the donor gearbox and is available through Momentum Motorsport.
Web con individual throttle body kit for V W 2.0 eight-valve engine £ 1258 . 80
Making the most of what you’ve got is often the more satisfying route for older cars and these throttle bodies for the 2-litre, eight-valve Mk3 Golf GTI and Vento will help liberate extra power, especially in conjunction with other upgrades, and will sound incredible – like all ITBS do.
Good ridge braided brake lines for Ford Fo cu sR S £ 128 .95
Sixteen years since its launch, you’d think aftermarket tuners wouldn’t be able to create anything new for the Mk1 Focus RS. But Goodridge has done just that. Its new performance lines have stainless steel fittings (zinc-plated mild steel are also an option) and are available in a huge range of colours.