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Parts on your Radar?

Astra K (B16) 2015-2022

Control Arm

C-Class, CLS, E-Class 2014>

Opel/Vauxhall

Astra K (B16) 2015-2022

Ford / Volvo

Astra K (B16) 2015-2022 Astra K (B16) 2015-2022 C-Class, CLS, E-Class 2014>

Galaxy III, Mondeo V, S-Max, S60, V60 2010>

Opel/Vauxhall

Tie Rod End LH

Astra J Mk VI, Cascada (W13) 2011-2018

Opel/Vauxhall

Tie Rod End RH

Astra J Mk VI, Cascada (W13) 2011-2018

Wishbone RH

Inner Tie Rod

Wishbone LH

Tie Rod End RH

Control Arm LH

C-Class, E-Class, SLC, SLK 2007>

Control Arm LH

C-Class, E-Class, SLC, SLK 2007>

Rover Evoque (L538) 2006-19

Wishbone LH

Wishbone RH

Soul (I & II) 2009-2018

Kia

Land Rover

Kia

Land Rover

Link Stabiliser RH

Link Stabiliser LH

G, M, Q50, Q60, Q70 370Z (Z34) 2009>

SS9773

SS9772

Infiniti / Nissan

Timing Chain Kits

5 Series (E39)

Engine: M47 D20 (204D1)

GT, MG 3, MG 350 (AP11), MG 5, MG ZS

Engine: 1554C, 1554G, 15S4U

Engine of the Month

BMW

M57 D30

3.0d 2000-2013

It’s fair to say that the BMW straight six diesels created a bench mark that all manufacturers have tried to emulate, which to a degree they have, albeit always one or two steps behind.

The smooth (for a diesel), powerful units, left customers wanting for nothing, delivering fuel figures you’d associate with a vehicle kicking out a hundred horses less and quite frankly a ridiculous amount of midrange punch, regardless of application. Any badge ending in 35d put it’s 280 bhp through either two or four wheels, producing an intoxicating driving experience and effortless pace.

The M57D30 powered the most popular BMW models for over a decade which sold in droves compared to comparable petrol units that, although loved by enthusiasts, felt like someone was siphoning off fuel whilst you slept.

BMW employ some of the best engineers in the business which has resulted the M57D30 staying on top of Euro emission standards and in 2007, the rise of the term Efficient Dynamics. Tweaks in the fuelling process and various electronic aides which reduced power loss whilst on the move gave birth to a breed of car that is still highly sought after.

Most of the cars have now changed hands several times, with each owner driving as enthusiastically as the last, enjoying the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’. Despite being a cut-above in both technology and the myriad of vehicles it was fitted to it has its faults.

FAI have developed a range of Timing chain kits including our highly popular TCK74 family which includes sprockets, guides, chains and tensioner, for a comprehensive Oil Pump drive replacement. Visit faiauto.com/ecat for full details.

Vibration Damper

Head Gasket Set (No Gasket)

Oil Pump Chain Kit

Head Gasket

Timing Chain Kit

Water Pump (Aluminium Impellor)

Vehicle of the Month

Volkswagen

Golf Mk VII

2012>

The Golf MK7 maybe a bit of a yawn when it comes down to the styling, maybe not as exciting as the quirky Leon or not providing the feeling of luxury you get when in an Audi A3 but with 19 variants on offer, all built to a high standard, the Golf is still the epitome of the phrase “It does everything well”

The Mexican made Golf Mk7, has offered that feeling of dependability not only through reputation but also through the plethora of safety kit on offer. Customers can choose to further the already 5 star NCAP winning model by opting for nifty features like adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, traffic sign recognition and driver fatigue detection, the latter of which we’d recommend if opting for the 85 BHP BlueMotion version.

Like most new models released, it’s a little longer and wider than the car it replaced; keeping it’s foothold as the practical hatch that is a no-brainer for family buyers and when fitted with ACC (Adaptive Chassis Control), this conservative looking vehicle can rival comfort levels found only in executive saloons.

All those shocks and bumps that this seventh incarnation is so famous of soaking up must go somewhere and that somewhere is the neat suspension setup shaped to the well-known MQB chassis, the combination of which overcomes potholed back roads.

This is where most customers have found the biggest maintenance costs and is thankfully an area that FAI have recognised and developed.

FAI have 30+ steering and suspension part numbers ready for next day delivery along with comprehensive engine solutions. Visit faiauto.com/ecat for full details.