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ACS LAUNCHES NEW RANGE ACL OFFERS COATED BEARING For Hyundai i30 and Veloster RANGE Calico-coated ACL RACE Series Performance Engine Bearings are now available Long term bearing industry partners, ACL Bearing Company (Australia) and Calico Coatings – USA, have announced they are now collaborating to offer customers and engine rebuilders an additional option in performance engine rebuilding. The alliance has culminated in the release of an ACL offering of Calico-coated ACL RACE Series Performance Engine Bearings.
Australian Clutch Services has recently released several new standard replacement and performance upgrade kits for 2016-on 1.6L petrol Hyundai i30 and Veloster models.
The new kits are available with a replacement dual-mass flywheel or a single-mass flywheel conversion and they have also included a replacement dual clutch transmission clutch assembly for DCT equipped vehicles. The standard replacement kits to suit conventional manual vehicles are available in two variations, including a standard dual-mass flywheel kit with a rigid organic friction disc, or a single-mass flywheel conversion kit with a sprung organic friction disc. Both of these kits are available with a replacement concentric slave cylinder and the single-mass flywheel conversion also includes replacement flywheel and pressure plate bolts. Also included in the range is a replacement dual clutch transmission clutch assembly. This comes as a complete replacement kit including the assembly itself and replacement forks and bearing.
The extensive range covers popular Australian, US, European and Japanese applications – full application details are contained within ACL’s Coated Performance Engine Bearing Application Guide 2021. Calico has been coating ACL bearings for individual customers for over 15 years and the partnership enhances this arrangement. ACL General Manager, Chris Brooks, said following the successful release of a coated RACE Series Performance Engine Bearing range in the USA in June 2020, it was the logical next step to offer an extended range tailored for the Australian market. “The obvious synergy between the two companies led to the formation of this partnership and the fully integrated product offering,” Chris said. “Both companies have exemplary reputations for quality, performance and detailed knowledge in their areas of specialisation. “We are holding goods stocks in both our Australian and USA warehouses and product will be available from all ACL Distributors.” For further information or to download your copy of the Coated Performance Engine Bearing Application Guide 2021, visit www.aclperformance.com.au 26
Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine November 2020
ACS explains that it is also offering a hire program for the specialised installation tool when purchasing a complete clutch kit through its distributor network. Xtreme Clutch, Australian Clutch Services’ performance street and Motorsport division, has also been working on performance upgrades for these kits and is now offering a range of organic and ceramic upgrades with performance pressure plates, reportedly offering a significant increase in torque capacity. These upgrades are designed for vehicles that have been tuned for increased torque or for vehicles used in Motorsport applications. For more information on the Australian Clutch Services range of products, please visit www.australianclutch.com.au or call 1800 CLUTCH.
LIFTECH WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT Strong and reliable workshop equipment Karmot is a family owned Australian company which focuses on the importation, manufacture and wholesale distribution of Workshop Service Equipment. Amongst its brands is the Liftech range of workshop equipment.
The Liftech Garage Jack The Liftech Garage Jack has been fully tested and complies with Australian Standards AS2615-2016. Features of the jack include turbo lift to load, extended low entry with a high lift, universal joint release, rubber bumper bar protector and a handle that stands over centre. It has a working load limit of 2000kg and is also built longer and wider for extra safety and stability. The Liftech Garage Jack (part # LT200TLPN) is covered by a 12-month warranty and Karmot’s Australia-wide service and parts back-up.
The Liftech Vehicle Support Stand The Liftech Vehicle Support Stand is manufactured to comply with Australian Standards AS 2538:2016 and features weldedstyle construction for safety and strength.
Other features include a heavy-duty rachet bar for safe, easy location and wide base with feet for stability. Three models are available: • The LVS3R has a working load limit of 3000kg, a closed height of 300mm and maximum height of 452mm. • The LVS5R has a working load limit of 5000kg, a closed height of 408mm and maximum height of 636mm. • The LVS8R has a working load limit of 8000kg, a closed height of 460mm and a maximum height of 712mm. Liftech Vehicle Support Stands are rated as a single stand but sold only in pairs. For more information, visit www.karmot.com or contact Karmot by calling 02 9622 7388 or 1300 KARMOT (1300 527 668) or emailing sales@karmot.com
