Engine & Performance

LSM RACING PRODUCTS

Available from Outlaw Speed Shop

Outlaw Speed Shop says it likes to be associated with manufacturers of high-quality products and states LSM Racing Products is one such company, producing a range of quality tools for racers and engine builders. LSM’s very first product was a valve spring compressor for small block Chevs using a shaft type roller rocker assembly. Other products followed due to listening to fellow racers and developing a line of valve train management tools for various head and rocker systems. Outlaw Speed Shop says that LSM’s valve spring compressors are the standard in the industry for racers who need to change high performance valve springs. In addition to LSM’s spring compressor line, there was a need among racers for a precision tool that would measure valve springs while still on the head. It says the PC-100 is the best value precision spring tester on the market, and states that this is proven by the loyal racers who swear by its performance. It is adjustable to fit most head and rocker systems in use in the high-performance racing market today. Outlaw Speed Shop provides LSM tools to customers who utilise them while working on their race vehicles at the track between races or in their workshops, including the “leading” Spring remover for GM LS1-LS9 motors (LSM-SC-167), Spring tester (on-head) (LSM-PC-100), Valve spring compressor (heads off) (LSM-SC-2000), Valve Lash adjusting tool (LSM-TC-100-3) and Bench Top Springs Tester (LSM-SC-1000) as well as new additions, the Rod Vice double stacker which can hold four rods at a time (LSM-RV-100), On Car spring compressor for late model hemi 2003 –up (LSM-SC-300/350) and the Dial indicator assembly for SM-1000 spring tester (LSM-SC-050-SET). LSM Racing Products’ range is said to be a valued addition to Outlaw Speed Shop’s product range, covering nearly 80,000 different parts and 450 trusted brand names. Outlaw Speed Shop says it keeps a broad range of LSM tools in stock ready for purchase.

SWAN IGNITION COILS

Providing a performance boost

Last year’s pandemic did not stop SWAN Ignition Coils from expanding its ignition coil catalogue, with the company adding some new performance vehicle coils to its range. As part of the new range, part number IC517 runs the 2018 Hyundai i30 N Performance variant. The i30 N has a 2.0L turbocharged i4 engine that puts out 202kW of power and 378Nm of torque (on overboost). Part number IC492 runs the 2015 Toyota 86, which uses a 2.0L Subaru Flat 4 engine (without a turbo), that puts out 147kW of power and 205Nm of torque. This car is popular with Toyota car modification enthusiasts. Part number IC274 runs Toyota’s performance version vehicles that use the 3.0L twin turbo 2JZGTE engine, as found in the fourth generation Supra made popular by the Fast & Furious movies. The engine boasts 206kW of power and 432Nm of torque for the Japanese market, while power in the overseas version was increased to 239kW and 441Nm (VVT engine 451Nm). Part number IC70806A is an upgraded performance coil for Holden vehicles running the LS3 engine, the coil is originally found in the Corvette LS7 engine. The LS3 outputs 317kW of power and 575Nm torque (HSV variants were upgraded to produce 325kW), while the LS7 produces 375kW of power and 640Nm of torque. The advantage the LS7 performance coil has over the stock standard LS3 coil (can also replace the LS2 coil) is a bigger spark that improves power and acceleration. Higher voltage allows for a larger spark plug gap that delivers a larger spark, resulting in a stronger initial combustion, it also bridges the spark plug gap faster. While higher voltage helps improve performance, it is not the only reliance, more so the key is to maintain voltage under load. So importantly performance ignition coils need to function consistently, maintaining voltage throughout the acceleration range. This is achieved by the internal construction of the coil by way of heavy gauge windings and more windings per coil. SWAN Ignition Coils says this new release of performance coils has been made possible by its ever-increasing brand awareness and customer confidence in its quality; as such its customer base ranges from public to trade and reseller. SWAN Ignition Coils says resellers can also benefit from its launch last year onto AutoInfo’s online catalogue Oscar, where resellers can purchase its coils along with brake pads and fuel pumps/modules. Coinciding with the AutoInfo launch, the company has also expanded its coils into the New Zealand market. Trade and public customers can also buy direct via www.acaparts.com.au. Later this year, SWAN Ignition Coils will also be launching a new sales site, so it says you should keep a lookout for www.swancoils.com.au

For more information, visit www.acaparts.com.au

Outlaw Speed Shop is a Capricorn preferred supplier and is located in suburban Adelaide at 50 Grand Junction Road in Rosewater.

For more information, visit www.outlawspeed.com.au or contact 08 8240 9500 or sales@outlawspeed.com.au

NEW NULON RACING OIL RELEASED

Nulon says Australian technology has produced an industry-leading performance oil

Using the most advanced technology available to the lubricant sector, Nulon says it has created an industry-leading Racing Oil to protect a wide range of modern and high-horsepower engines right here in Australia. By combining a unique blend of Group 5 base stock with the best anti-wear additive package money can buy, Nulon has produced a full synthetic lubricant that does not break down under extreme loads. Nulon says a primary concern when developing this racing oil was the dilution effects of water often found when running ethanol and methanolbased fuels. “Customers are pushing their engines further and further these days, and with the introduction of ethanol-based fuels in the motorsport and tuning industries, we had to create an oil that would not only protect these engines but improve the longevity and performance of the lubrication,” Nulon Products’ Christopher Dawe said. Nulon says customers were reporting that they were having to change their oils more frequently due to water contamination when running performance fuels and explains that Nulon Racing Oil protects against this contamination while maintaining a stable viscosity which protects engines over an extended drain interval. Nulon Racing Oils are said to have a proven track record in Repco Supercars with KRE Race Engines making the switch in 2018 and reporting a noticeable reduction in engine wear and more stable oil pressure across the race event. Nulon says this has been replicated in top tier motorsport series across Australia and New Zealand. To support its racing oil program, Nulon has introduced to the public an oil testing program, something typically reserved for motorsport teams. Customers can simply purchase a test kit from Nulon’s website and send their oil sample to a testing lab via pre-paid postage, receiving a complete rundown on how their fluids are performing. Nulon says this provides a better understanding of what protection their oil is providing their engine. As part of the service, they will also receive a oneon-one consultation with a Nulon technical expert to give them recommendations on lubrication options and general engine health.

For more information on Nulon’s Racing Oils go to www.nulon.com.au/products/race-oils To order an oil test kit, visit www.engineoiltest.com.au

MVP RANGE LAUNCHES

Premier Auto Trade has launched a new brand

To complement the Raceworks range of Air and Fluid Management Components, Premier Auto Trade (PAT) has launched a second performance products brand, Motorsport Vehicle Preparation (MVP). The MVP range features an exciting collection of new products, concentrating on categories such as Thermal Management, Electrical, Safety, Race Car Preparation and Fabrication. PAT explains that all MVP high performance products have been manufactured from high quality materials to ensure the highest specifications and come with the same “industry leading” two-year warranty as Raceworks. Thermal Management contains various products for managing heat and providing a thermal barrier such as Turbo Beanies, Exhaust Header Wrap and Gold Reflective Sheeting or Tape. Turbo beanies are suitable for extreme duty applications and are available in a range of sizes to suit both standard and reverse rotation Turbochargers. The Electrical category includes Battery Master Switches with Remote Release cables for racing applications. Automotive Firewall Rubber Grommets in both straight and 90-degree, Tinned Crimp Splice Terminals, and Expandable Braided Sleeving with Raychem DR25 Heatshrink are available to complete the job. The Safety range consists of SFI and FIA approved Race Harnesses. Available in four, five and six point, they are available in either Latch and Link or Cam Lock configurations, and bolt-in ends or snap-hook ends. Black metal hardware or silver metal hardware is available, and belts are stocked in either Black or Yellow. PAT says other colours can be specially ordered, resulting in the largest range of Race Harnesses in Australia. Complementing the range of harnesses are Window Nets in various styles with fitting kits, and Tow Hooks available in 12 colours. Race Car Preparation items include Steering Wheels containing genuine black leather or genuine black suede. Available in a Flat or Dished design, with various stitching colours available, a range of 16 wheels is on offer with more stitching options available on special order. Universal Seat Mounts are also available, in Carbon Steel (FIA Approved), Mild Steel or Aluminium, with three different heights. CAMS Approved Decals complement the range with Sticker Sheet Assortments and Numbers in Black or Day Glo. The Fabrication offering consists of Carbon Fibre Sheet available in one, two or three mm, commonly used for dash panels, and door cards. The full range of MVP and Premier Auto Trade Racing and Performance Products are available via a network of Specialised Resellers and Authorised Dealers.

For more information including where to find your local stockist, visit www.patrap.com.au

XS BY XSPURT

From Injectors Online

After two years and over 3,000 hours of product development, coupled with a combined 45 years of performance fuel injector experience, XS Injectors by Xspurt have been launched to the Australian performance car market. Injectors Online says XS Injectors are “simply the world’s most accurate injector sets,” stating that “not only do XS Injectors deliver industry leading consistency with each injector set exactly matched to tolerances of just one percent in flow rate and two percent in deadtime but the level of testing each injector and set undergo has never been seen before.” XS Injector’s dynamic flow matching process reportedly records over 6,500 flow testing points and each injector endures almost 300,000 individual measurements for flow, temperature, pressure, and voltage. Injectors Online has been marketing the Xspurt range of performance injectors for over ten years, stating that the launch of XS by Xspurt has revolutionised the market.

“It’s been a long and intense process, but we could not be more happy with the end result of our XS Injectors,” said Injectors Online Managing Director, Simon Richards, said. “The ‘Exact Match’ process genuinely produces injector set matching that’s not been seen before, either here in Australia or overseas. For performance tuners and car owners that are looking for the best fuel control and tunability, there is now a much better choice for injectors. “We have even gone to the next level with access to the individualised tuning data and test results. These are now stored on the cloud and can be downloaded by tuners in a matter of seconds.” The XS Injectors are backed by a “industry first” lifetime warranty with “no red tape, no questions asked.” XS Injectors are available for all popular performance and regularly modified engines such as Ford Barra, Boss and Coyote, Holden V6 and LS, Mitsubishi Evo 1-X, Nissan, RB25, RB26 and VR38, Subaru WRX and Toyota 1JZ, 2JZ and 86 in sizes from 710cc to 1500cc.

For more information, please visit www.xsinjectors.com

PERFORMANCE PARTS COVERED

American Speed and AERO Australia have a large range of aftermarket performance parts available

When it comes to performance parts, American Speed and AERO Australia say they have got you covered from superchargers to headers, exhaust systems, and ceramic coatings through to modified springs and replacement wheels. Fred Solazzo, the owner of American Speed in Moorabbin (Victoria) has been importing premium quality performance automotive brands into Australia for over 45 years. American Speed is a Factory Authorised Australian Distributor for the following brands: • ARH American Racing Headers • Edelbrock Superchargers • aFe Cold Air Intakes and Exhausts • Borla Exhausts and Mufflers • INJEN Cold Air Intakes • AERO Premium Car Care Products and

Ceramic Coatings • Vogtland Sports Suspension • KOOKs Headers and Exhausts • AIRLIFT Suspension • QA1 Suspension and Driveshafts • VOSSEN Wheels • Project 6GR Wheels American Speed says additional new products are also set to be released throughout 2021. The business supplies products Australia wide and into New Zealand from its two Melbourne based warehouses. Fred told us that for 2021, American Speed is moving towards assisting and supplying the Tuning Shops with brands such Injen Cold Air Intakes, Edelbrock Supercharger kits, aFe and ARH Headers. American Speed says the German Vogtland Sport Spring kits and associated Coilover kits as well as Airlift and QA1 will also reportedly become a key focus for the Performance Suspension Workshops.

High performance for all aspects of your vehicle

The sister business of American Speed, AERO Australia, has also been appointed as the Australian Distributor of a USA made Premium Car Care and Ceramic Coating brand, known as International AERO. The USA-based International AERO has been manufacturing premium quality Car Care products and Ceramic Coatings for many years and AERO Australia says it is the go-to product brand for major companies such as Gulfstream Jets and Bombardier, just to name a few. In the USA, the AERO automotive product range is also used by a “huge” number of top end hot rod and custom car builders as well as premium car detailers who have been AERO Certified. The AERO range covers everything from AERO cutting and polishing compounds, AERO exterior cleaners and polishes, AERO interior cleaners and protectants as well what AERO Australia calls “the world’s highest quality Ceramic Coatings” such as Diamond Shield, which has a true 10H rating; as well as specially formulated Ceramic Coatings for glass, wheels, brake callipers and bright metal. AERO also has its own range of buffing and polishing pads.

For information on American Speed’s performance aftermarket brands, contact American Speed via the online contact form at www.americanspeed.com.au or contact sales@americanspeed.com.au or 03 9553 6915. For information about the AERO Premium Car Care range, visit www.aeroaustralia.com.au or contact sales@aeroaustralia.com.au or 03 9553 6915.