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For fuel pumps, see Bosch

Bosch offers a full range of OE quality in-line and in-tank fuel pump module assemblies for European vehicles. Compared to conventional fuel pumps, Bosch Pumps deliver 30% higher efficiency and the precise fuel supply required for a partial or full load – saving fuel and reducing CO2 emissions. Bosch fuel pumps are available from alleuroparts.co.nz or visit https://www. boschautoparts.com/g/fuel-systems for more info.

The LED magic finishing touch

Griffiths Equipment has an epic new range of interior lighting: the Type S interior LED lighting kits. Most modern vehicles have decent interior lighting from the factory, but with ’80s, ’90s, and early ’00s Japanese cars, though cool everywhere else, the lighting inside is decidedly drab. Easy to install Type S LED light strips will dramatically change the look and feel of your interior. They’re 12V, and can be cut to length. The best thing is they’re app-controlled, giving you full control over the LEDs from your mobile phone. They can even sync to your music. Choose from two kits in the Type S range, 24-inches and 48-inches. You’ve got the rest of your colour scheme sorted on your build, now you can add the finishing touch. For more information, see typesauto.co.nz.

Bosch high-pressure fuel pumps

Bosch supplied the industry’s first fuel injection system with a highpressure electric fuel pump in 1967. Today Bosch offers a full range of OE quality high-pressure pumps for European vehicles. Bosch high pressure fuel pumps are available from alleuroparts.co.nz or visit https://www. boschautoparts.com/g/fuel-systems for more info.

Wireless 8.5T mobile column lift

Automaster truck column lifts have wireless communication that can link together from two, up to to 12, 8.5-tonne columns to lift trucks, buses, forklifts, utes, and 4x4s. Each heavy-duty mobile column is DC motor powered and equipped with rechargeable batteries. Easily adjustable forks accommodate different tyre diameters. Operation can be controlled from every column's touch screen control panel. Safety is double protected by both hydraulic flow control and mechanical locks. For more information see automaster.co.nz; email info@automaster.co.nz, or call 0800 214 604.

Three ranges of third gen brake pads

All RDA brake pads are copper free and arranged in three tiers to suit different applications. GP MAX Brake Pads are for everyday general driving, providing a responsive pedal from cold to 450°C. The Phantom Brake Pad range uses ceramic fibre technology for low dust and quieter operation, and are rated up 550°C. The Extreme HeavyDuty range is formulated for towing, 4WD, and light commercial applications, tested to 600°C. All ranges come with a bed-in coating and wear sensors where fitted OE. Available at NAPA Auto Parts see www.napa.co.nz for branches.

ACDelco — premium automotive batteries

ACDelco Premium automotive batteries are available in sizes to suit all makes and models of vehicles. Featuring lead-calcium alloy grid and full-frame technology plates, these batteries are built to meet or exceed original equipment specifications from manufacturers around the world. Backed by General Motors, ACDelco has a strong heritage in the automotive after-market. ACDelco batteries are distributed by R&J Batteries. For more information, or to become a stockist, call 0800 546 000 or visit rjbatt.co.nz.

Ignite LED headlights — more power off-road

Ignite’s new anti-glare headlight LED bulbs for off-road offer 50-per-cent more light than standard halogens at 1800 lumens per unit. The IP65-rated bulbs can operate from -45 to +85 degrees Celsius and are shock and vibration resistant. The built-in electronic driver means the lights will operate seamlessly on power supplies from 6–32 volts. They have a colour temperature of 5700K, provide a life of up to 30,000 hours, and a perfect beam. Available from CoolDrive, see cooldrive.co.nz.

Safer working around trucks

Hella’s new low-profile light designed to be fitted to the sides of emergency or municipal vehicles, like rubbish trucks, creates a broad pool of light on the ground in the busy work area around the vehicle’s perimeter. At 243mm long and protruding just 38mm, they will integrate neatly into vehicle beltlines, or into exterior recesses. The 1200 lumen FMS 1200 (1GB 996 098501) draws 14W, while the FMS 2500 (1GB 996 098-511) draws 28W. They are pre-wired with 500mm of cable. They will run on either 12V or 24V systems and are protected to IP6K7 and IP6K9K standard for fit-and-forget reliability. RRP is from $224.00. For more information, see hella.co.nz.

Capricorn New Zealand celebrates 25 years

SINCE ITS NEW ZEALAND LAUNCH IN 1997, CAPRICORN HAS GROWN TO SUPPORT 4,800 MEMBERS AND OVER 420 PREFERRED SUPPLIERS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET INDUSTRY

Capricorn’s success comes from being an extensive and highly effective network created by auto repairers for auto repairers. Reflecting on their 25-year milestone, Capricorn Head of Sales and Supply NZ, Andrew Baird, says, “We’ve seen businesses, families and communities grow over the last couple of decades and it’s the best part of our jobs to be part of those journeys. Capricorn has achieved this success through the hard work, dedication and passion of our employees, our members and preferred suppliers.

The strong relationships we’ve built with all of our networks resonates with our member-centric culture that exists throughout the entire organisation.”

Auckland-based Capricorn Member, Autolab, has been a Capricorn member since 1997. For owners Lee-Anne and Neil Hunnibell the Capricorn member experience has meant efficiencies for their business, as Neil describes: “We had about 150 suppliers when we first started with Capricorn which needed centralising. Capricorn saved us a lot of time by centralising our bills into one account. On top of that was the extra discounts and the rewards points we earned. Capricorn has been super beneficial to our business and a benefit to the automotive industry as a whole.”

Spillman Automotive’s Marcel Preisig praised Capricorn for being a trusted partner throughout their journey and for its support during tough times. He also credited Capricorn for making life easier during COVID by providing timely information and advice on staff retention and customer safety during the pandemic. “After the first lockdown, the business has continued to grow and is still going strong two and a half years later,” Mr Preisig stated.

To mark the occasion throughout this anniversary year, Andrew Baird says, “Capricorn will be looking back to where we started, what we have achieved, and what our plans are for the future. We will be celebrating with all our employees, members, preferred suppliers and their families to commemorate this incredible milestone.”

Matipo Garage Leading Edge Automotive

To find out more about the benefits of joining Capricorn, visit capricorn.coop.

Protecting Kiwi vehicles’ soft underbelly

BIG TOUGH UTES ARE PARTICULARLY VULNERABLE IN NEW ZEALAND

Eighteen years ago, David Kirkham set about developing a rust protection service geared to New Zealand’s uniquely testing conditions.

New Zealand’s climate is ‘temperate’ and we don’t salt our roads. You’d think vehicles here would have it easy, but David says our location provides ideal conditions to set up under-body rusting in only two or three years.

We have warm, moist air which condenses on cold steel parts overnight. If those vehicles aren’t driven during the day, the underneath might not dry out, which means low-mileage vehicles will rust faster than daily drivers. Vehicles around the coast are especially at risk as salt is drawn in, which holds the moisture and catalyses the rusting process. Most of New Zealand’s population lives in that coastal zone.

Some dealers offer a wax/oil rust-proofing service but that is usually only sprayed inside chassis rails — and it is prone to slumping, often within a year, meaning protection fades. What’s more, external painted surfaces under the vehicle are left to fend for themselves.

David has developed a unique service specifically to combat our salty sea air conditions.

Autoblast’s Autolast process applies a variety of different sprays to coat all of the underside. They dry out, harden, and stay in place. They are thixotropic, which means that if they are struck by a stone, for example, they soften, remould, and harden again.

On top of that, Autoblast offers a gold-standard galvanising process — the most effective rust protection in countless industrial applications. It’s favoured by businesses that have bought fleet vehicles before, only to see them fail warrant inspections for chassis rust within a few years.

David says vehicles destined for Stewart Island and the Chatham Islands, and coastal locations around the country, are regularly shipped to Autoblast’s Auckland workshop. The market is nationwide and, with the influx of utes bought for use in rugged conditions, growing fast. So now David is offering a franchise opportunity to business people around the country with the drive to fully capture this opportunity.

For more information on Autoblast’s processes or its franchising opportunity, check out the extensive resources on the website autoblast.co.nz, or call David Kirkham on 09 443 6574.