New Öhlinisin coilovers for M3 and M4

                                                                                               

Öhlinisin has developed a coilover suspension upgrade for the latest M3 and M4 models that it says offers optimum grip and stability for maximum performance combined with a smooth, comfortable setting for the road. Inside the damper units lies Öhlinisin’ highly acclaimed DFV (Dual Flow Valve) damping system, which provides optimal wheel control and bump absorption in even the most challenging road or track conditions. The DFV philosophy is simple: if your tyres aren’t touching the asphalt, they can’t grip; which reduces your ability to brake, accelerate and turn. Öhlinisin says the DFV system absorbs bumps and attitude changes more effectively, thus improving handling and performance all-round. The Öhlinisin Road and Track damper kits provide both spring preload and damping adjustment front and rear, with a 10mm lowered ride height setting. The external parts have passed a harsh ISO salt spray corrosion test, and the dampers are all fully rebuildable. The shocks use the standard top-mounts, meaning they can be fitted easily without additional modifications. Price: £2065. 

ELECTRONIC TORQUE WRENCH

The Electronic Torque Wrench (ETW), with built in Target Torque Alert (TTA) technology, is the latest addition to GearWrench’s range. GearWrench presents the Electronic Torque Wrench (ETW) with built in Target Torque Alert (TTA) technology that ensures accurate and efficient tensioning of various fasteners, for superior and more consistent fitting. The GearWrench ETW is designed to achieve the proper tension of bolts and the correct loading of parts. The user can select a specific target torque value, using the LCD screen, and the wrench will then notify you, with Target Torque Alert. As the torque approaches the optimal level as set by the operator, the TTA  will activate, in the form of an optional accelerated beeping sound. Then when the operator reaches the optimal torque, the handle will vibrate, a beep tone will sound and a solid red LED light is shown on the screen display, to keep you informed and maximise efficiency. When it comes to accuracy, you can’t do much better than 20-100 per cent of full scale. The ETW’s counter clockwise accuracy is a low ±3 per cent, and an even lower ±2 per cent clockwise, to  dramatically increase precision. Not just smart, this wrench is flexible. The ETW 72 tooth gearing and 5o ratcheting arc provides greater access when working in confined spaces and compromising angles. The GearWrench Electronic Torque Wrench is packaged in a sturdy blowmoulded case to prevent scuffing and breakage. On top of this the ETW can record in five different torque measurements, in imperial and metric.

TWO POIST HOISTS

Two post hoists aren’t typically thought of when lifting heavy vehicles. However, more and more shops are seeing the benefits that a two post hoist brings. Two post hoists take up less workshop space and allow unimpeded access to gearboxes and suspensions. They are also very popular for brake work as the vehicle is at a comfortable height with the wheels already off the ground. Interequip imports a range of automotive equipment for the heavy vehicle mechanic. Their biggest selling range is the 6 ton two post and the 6 ton four post hoists. The REAL 6 ton two post has extra-long lift arms with an almost 4 metre reach. This allows the operator greater freedom to position the vehicle’s centre of gravity close to the middle of the hoist resulting in a safe lift. It features a twin ram, twin cable, twin lock design with automatically deploying park and arm locks. The hydraulics are fed by a Korean made pump and motor and the rams are fitted with “parachute” valves which deploy in the unlikely event of a hose failure. The parachute valve slows the hoists descent and allows it to settle on the first park locks. The REAL 6 ton 2 post hoist has a simple lock release system of a cable and pulley design. One action releases the locks and then actuates the descent control solenoid which brings the hoist down at a controlled rate (the descent rate is adjustable). The hoist is supplied with extra-large two stage lift pads and van adapters. An extra high version is also available to service high roof RV’s. The BulletPro BP6X 6 ton four post hoist is manufactured in Korea and is delivered standard with two 3 ton electric hydraulic jacks. Over the years many customers were tempted by the cheaper prices that a single jack offered, later realising the significant cost to productivity was perhaps a short sighted reaction. The twin jacks are suspended on spring loaded rollers which make positioning them easy. Once the jack is loaded the springs compress and lock the jack in place. Both jacks have built in safety locks and can be operated via remote control or via the jack controls. This means the vehicle can be lifted by the jacks without the operator standing underneath (dependant on shop Work Health Safety practices). There is no need to drag an air hose to each jack as they are permanently plumbed directly to the main pump. All hoses are hidden underneath the drive on platforms. Both jacks, when fully lowered sit at the same height as the drive on platforms meaning exhausts won’t catch on lowered cars as they are driven off. Both the main platforms and jacks are covered by parachute valves in the unlikely event of a hose failure. The hoist features two completely independent locking systems for the main lifting platforms. The primary locks are electrically operated and are automatically deployed as soon as an operator release any button. The secondary locks will automatically deploy if any cable goes slack. They are designed to automatically deploy in the unlikely event of a lift cable failing at the same time a primary lock is disengaged. Interequip has warehouses and full time support staff in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.