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» Contents » Automechanika 2022 Page 4-5

» Lucas Glow Plugs Page 6-7

» Timing Chain Kits Page 8-9

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» Product Awareness Page 10 - 11

» VOTM VW T-Roc Page 12 - 13

» Big 5

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» Steering & Suspension Page 15

» Get the Download Page 16 - 17

» EOTM - Land Rover DT224 Page 18 - 19 2

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TIMING CHAIN KITS What do you get from an FAI kit?

Development & Design: 9 Months Manufacturing: 3 Months Test, Re-Test & Test Again: 500 Hours Pick, Pack & Deliver: 24 Hours (Okay, the last bit is pretty quick!)

Total: Peace of Mind

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Automechanika 2022 The long-awaited Automechanika show was welcomed back by suppliers & customers alike this September, allowing for face-toface meetings, some not held since 2019. We relished the opportunity to welcome all to our new look stand for a drink & to discuss our latest products.

Our open-sided stand attracted many visitors, allowing for a relaxed atmosphere to entertain our loyal customer base and to secure new customers from around the globe.

The 2020s have been a turbulent time so far, especially within an industry that is rapidly changing. For the first time, FAI staff along with our Motus colleagues, were able to partake in the array of sectors represented throughout the vast Messe halls; showcasing new & emerging technologies.

Attendees were eager to discuss the new FAI brochure since we became part of Motus Aftermarket Parts; seeing our logos displayed together on the stand for the first time. The show provided a perfect opportunity to listen to customer’s needs and to extend our help & support.

Jonathan Alexander – CEO commented: “It was a great week in Frankfurt, meeting customers and colleagues from around the world. The show was understandably reduced in size as some countries still suffering Covid legislation, yet the calibre of attendees was fantastic, receiving a constant flow of people to the stand. For us, Automechanika is the highlight of the Automotive calendar, so much so, we’re already planning for the 2024 show!”

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Lucas Glow Plugs LP051

2.0 Hdi DW10 2000> CITROEN, FIAT, PEUGEOT Length = 105.9mm Probe Length = 27mm

LP101

1.9 CDTi 2000> ALFA, FIAT, OPEL Length = 150.9mm Probe Length = 29.5mm

LP109

2.0 Hdi DW10 / 12 2004> CITROEN, FIAT, FORD, PEUGEOT Length = 117.4mm Probe Length = 27mm

LP088

2.0 Tdi 2003> AUDI, SEAT, SKODA, VW Length = 116.5mm Probe Length = 29.5mm

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LP171

2.5/3.0 TD 2002> ISUZU Length = 152mm Probe Length = 36mm

LP174

3.0D N57 2008> BMW Length = 134mm Probe Length = 28mm

LP185

1.5, 1.6, 1.8, 2.2, 2.4 TDCi 2001> FORD Length = 55.0mm Probe Length = 19mm

LP188

1.5, 2.0 B37/B47 2013> BMW, MINI Length = 133.0mm Probe Length = 29mm

LP190

1.5 DV5 2018> CITROEN, FORD, PEUGEOT, TOYOTA LP190 Length =143.2mm Probe Length = 26.2mm

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Timing Chain Kits Perfect Kits For Total Peace Of Mind!

TCK357 TCK360VVT

2.0 Diesel INGENIUM 2014> JAGUAR: E PACE, F PACE, XE, XF LAND ROVER: DEFENDER, DISCOVERY, DISCOVERY SPORT, RANGE ROVER

INCLUDES VVT HUB

TCK357VVT

2.0 Diesel INGENIUM 2014> JAGUAR: E PACE, F PACE, XE, XF LAND ROVER: DEFENDER, DISCOVERY, DISCOVERY SPORT, RANGE ROVER 8

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TCK442

2.5 TDi D4CB 2001> HYUNDAI: i800, iLOAD KIA: SORENTO

TCK275LVVT

0.9Ltr Petrol 2012> DACIA: LOGAN, SANDERO RENAULT: CAPTUR, CLIO, TWINGO Focus FAIFAI Focus JulyOctober 2018 2022

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Product Awareness

Technical Bulletin FIAT 1.3 Multijet Timing Chain Kit Supersessions We’re consolidating this range of highly popular kits to allow for maximum vehicle parc coverage of every kit you stock and to make it easier to identify which one is needed for a particular application.

How can one kit replace another? This is possible by offering the latest specification of parts that cover the newer models they were intended for but can also be retro-fitted to earlier generation vehicles. Please see below for a simple guide and visit faiauto.com/ecat for full application details

TCK6C

TCK6ST

Superseded By

The kit numbers below will remain unchanged as they can not be covered by existing kits in range.

TCK6-15

TCK6NG

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Technical Bulletin FAI Red Clip Link Rods: Stronger – Safer – Last Longer Have you ever wondered why some of FAI’s link rods have a red securing clip? The red clip signifies a stronger construction of ball joint providing a reassuring repair solution throughout the supply chain. The FAI design is perfect for potholed UK roads as the ball pin pull-out force has been improved by 25 kgf over the original design, making for a long-lasting replacement.

Why doesn’t FAI use this technology on all our parts? Really and truly, the process isn’t required across the range. As one of the best-established suppliers of Steering & Suspension parts, we work closely with fitters, our partnered factories analyse which applications would benefit from the technology; applied now to over 60 FAI parts.

Ball Pin

Strengthened Plastic Casing Machine Pressed Securing Clips faiauto.com TB0072

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Vehicle of the Month Volkswagen T-Roc 2017> Link Rod Rear The T-roc is evidence of a long-standing idea seen in the Golf Plus, re-introduced at the right time and most importantly in the right form.

Yep, the golf plus did what the T-Roc does but in a very ‘beige’ kind of way. The T-Roc was first launched in 2017 and has already had a little nip-tuck to keep it looking the part despite catching the admiring glance of many from the off.

The popularity of the T-Roc when looking at it on paper is a little confusing as it doesn’t offer a huge amount of additional practicality over the Golf on which it’s based. As you’d expect the interior has many borrowed components from the VW line up with the classic soft touch on the bits you handle and scratchy stuff further down. So what’s the appeal?

We think it’s in a large part down to style- Not compared to other manufacturers but within the VW group. You want a Golf but it’s a bit dull, especially the entry level version so why not stand out with just the right amount of quirky!?

The only problem is (not for us in the parts trade) that the thought seems to have popped into the minds of many and as a result, VW has churned out over 700k T-Rocs in Europe alone.

Control Arm Rear Lower Left and Right

SS9466 & SS9467

Ball Joint Lower Left and Right

SS2465 & SS2466

Strut Mount Kit

SS10297

Great news all around then!

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Head Gasket

Head Gasket Set

HG1718

HS1718NH

Timing Belt Kit

Vibration Damper

TBK547

FVD1028

Water Pump

WP6652

Hub Bearing Kit

FHBK1077

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The Big Five!

Must Stock Items - Numbers to look out for!

LINK ROD FRONT MERCEDES A-CLASS (176) 2012>

SS10867

STEERING TIE ROD JAGUAR F-TYPE (X152) 2012>

SS10864

TIE ROD END JAGUAR I-PACE 2018>

SS10139

STRUT MOUNT KIT RENAULT CAPTUR (J5) 2013>

SS10893

RACK END FORD FOCUS IV 2018>

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Steering & Suspension

Your monthly update

FAI’s Steering & Suspension range is constantly being improved with the introduction of new part numbers; fitting a wide range of applications. Dozens of new parts will be added in the coming months which we’ll keep you up to date with. Please see below for some of our latest new to range.

» New to Range Highlights DUSTER SS10915 LINK ROD FRONT

BERLINGO SS10854 RACK END

FOCUS SS10858 TIE ROD END LEFT

DACIA DUSTER 2018>

LINK ROD FRONT

SS10915

CITROEN BERLINGO (ER) 2018>

RACK END

SS10854

FORD FOCUS IV 2018>

TIE ROD END LEFT

SS10858

VAUXHALL CORSA V (F) 2019>

LINK ROD FRONT

SS10887

FIAT 500X 2015>

FRONT LINK ROD

SS10917

» Top Pareto Risers BERLINGO SS10853 BALL JOINT

KONA SS10714 LINK ROD

MAZDA 2 SS10865 WISHBONE

CITROEN BERLINGO (ER) 2018>

BALL JOINT FRONT LOWER

SS10853

HYUNDAI KONA (OS) 2017>

FRONT LINK ROD

SS10714

MAZDA 2 (DL) 2014>

WISHBONE FRONT LOWER LEFT

SS10865

VW POLO (6R) 2009-2017

TIE ROD END LEFT

SS10829

PEUGEOT 4007 2007>

ANTI-ROLL BAR BUSH KIT REAR

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SS10724K

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WN3722

WN3822

WN3922

WN4022

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WN4122

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Engine of the Month Land Rover Defender 2.2 D (DT224) The 2.2 D DT224 was the answer to Land Rovers needs for a cleaner, Euro 5 conforming powerplant. With a large focus on off-road capability, the new unit suited the Defender well as its modest power was engineered to kick in lower down the rev range.

Vibration Damper

FVD1096

Head Bolt Set

B1446

Also Fitted To*: FORD: Ranger, Transit MAZDA: BT-50 *check fitment criteria

Head Gasket

HG1653 / A / B

Timing Chain Kit

TCK130RWD

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Oil Pump Oil Pump Chain Kit

OP315

OPCK2

Head Gasket Set

HS1468NH

Camshaft Inlet

C336

Camshaft Exhaust

C341

Water Pump

WP6349P

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