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UK-based Kart Components Manufacturing Ltd would like to announce the arrival of their new MX-200 Rental Kart Braking System. Made from high quality aluminum billet, this system comes with Hard Anodized Caliper Bodies, Single Pin Quick Release Pads, Castellated Pistons and Goodridge Hose and Fittings. Fully self-adjusting, this system offers great reliability and stunning looks. Contact sale@kartcomponents.com for more info or go to www.kartcomponents.com.

START WITH THIS!

Starting Industrial Co. Ltd introduces their new easy recoil starter. The main products of their company are recoil starters with production presently exceeding 6.5 million units per year in Japan, as well as various types of operating levers, lifters for lighting appliances, nylon cord cutters and construction products. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact them at Starting Industrial Co. Ltd., International Sales Dept, 4-4-4 Momoi,  Suginami-ku, Tokyo, 167-0034 Japan Tel:  +81-3-3399-0141, Fax: +81-3-3396-8902, E-mail: t-tesaki@starting.co.jp.

NEW LOOK FOR THE AMERICAN PRESIDENTS

Karcher, the German cleaning equipment company, is co-operating with the US National Park Service to clean the presidents’ heads on Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. The project, to remove lichen, algae and moss and other stains, began on July 4 and is scheduled for completion in early August. Man… if Karcher’s equipment can clean Jefferson’s head, imagine what it could do for your kart and other racing equipment.  For more info, see www.kaercher.com or call +49-7195-14-0.

SPONSORSHIP KNOW-HOW

Ernie Saxton’s the guru of motorsports sponsorship and marketing, offers his monthly newsletter which contains the latest news of motorsports sponsorship, marketing and event promotion in an easy-to-read format. Ernie also offers his “Ultimate Sponsorship Package” which includes the newsletter, Andrew Waite’s “Winning Sponsorship” book and much more. See www.saxtonsponsormarket.com or call 215-752-7797 for complete details.

SOFT LANDING

KISS (Kart Impact Safety System) is a portable barrier system designed by road racing pro, R. J. Valentine. With over 25 years of racing experience, R.J. wanted more than tire walls protecting the tracks at his new karting complex, F1 Boston. He envisioned a state-of-the-art facility that would set new standards and break new barriers, so to speak. The KISS Barrier is assembled of colorful poly blocks linked with locking PVC pins. The interlocking pieces accommodate a minimum radius of 3’. For more info, call 781-228-2200 or see www.kissbarriers.com.

ARMADILLO RIB VEST

Recently certified to the SFI 20.1 spec, the Kid Kart and Junior Armadillo Rib Vests from  Team Valhalla are the only certified vests to give complete coverage to the torso of karting’s youngest drivers.  Other chest protectors simply cover what they imply – the chest.  The Armadillo is a complete protection package by covering the ribs, shoulders, back, and the chest.  Sizes available for S, M, L, and XL also.  Visit us at www.valhallaracing.com or email sales@valhallaracing.com to get more information on the Armadillo Rib Vest.

“HOT” WHEELS

Douglas Wheel is truly "hands-on" when it comes to kart racing. They race and research every type of kart racing on the planet to make the best, most predictable kart wheels available. Douglas’ new “M-Series” magnesium karting wheels are available in 5" and 6" polished or black anodized for American and European hubs. Bead screws are installed in all M-Series wheels at no charge. Wheels come with American-made Schrader valve stems and

exceeds all CIK (worldwide design standards). See your local Douglas Wheel dealer or call 760-758-5560 or see www.douglaswheel.com.

KOUL TOOL

Performance people have been forever fighting the assembly of S/S braided hose into the NA socket. Installing the frayed hose end into its socket is now a snap with Koul Tool – it takes about 10 seconds. Seeing is believing – go to their website at www.koultools.com or phone 928-854-6706.

TOP THIS!

See SanSun® Headwear in the new 2005 Daystone Catalog. Lines are available in both imported and caps made in the USA. Daystone distributes a number of racing caps including the “Racing Flare” (shown on the catalog), which features embroidered flames on either a black or tan cap. Contact your apparel supplier to see what Daystone has available for your marketing campaign. Daystone has offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, LA and New Jersey. See www.daystone.com for more info.