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»»Contents »» COVID-19.

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»» Vehicle of the Month.

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»» Latest from Yenmak.

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»» Steering & Suspension.

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»» Toyota Prius S&S Coverage.

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»» Tech Tip - Engine Bearings.

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»» Latest BMW TCK.

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»» Latest Engine Must-Haves.

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»» Engine of the Month.

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»»COVID-19 First of all, we hope you’re all staying safe and your workforces have remained fit and well during this challenging time. As the UK Government Minister said this week - what we are facing today, the world has not faced anything comparable since World War Two. We truly believe that if everyone followed the guidelines given to us by our respective Governments, then we will pull through this period faster and become stronger companies for it.

To help maintain road transportation during these efforts, FAI will remain operational to ensure that supply is there for any demand created from vehicle servicing and repair across the world. This decision has been made solely to help keep emergency services, key workers and other essential service vehicles on the road.

We are fully committed to maintaining business as usual whilst continuously monitoring official guidance from the UK Government and Public Health England. We continue to take all necessary precautions to ensure both the safety of our customers and our teams. If the government stance changes and our services no longer fall within the essential category, we will close until advised otherwise.

Here at FAI, we are continuing to follow government guidelines in all aspects of COVID-19: »» Washing hands regularly. »» Social distancing. »» Isolated work areas. »» Staff working from home. »» Anyone with symptoms or family members self-isolating for 14 days.

This is our update as of this week and if further changes do occur, we will update you as soon as possible but, for now, please keep safe.

All the very best, The FAI Team.

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»Vehicle » of the Month Alfa Romeo Mito 2008 - 2018

The battle of the Supermini hotted up somewhat when BMW owned Mini released the first of a new generation back in 2001. Terms like stylish and quirky had been lost from the segment in the 90’s with mainstream manufactures producing the habitual supply of boring ‘run-abouts’.

It took a few more years for competing manufacturers to take the fight to the Mini but when they did, they came thick & fast; the Fiat 500, Audi A1 and DS3 leading the charge.

Beauty is subjective but what seems unanimous amongst critics, is that the Alfa Romeo Mito was one of the best-looking alternatives. Fashionable & distinctive, the practical Mito could hold your shopping and four adults in relative comfort, something the Mini could never do. The Italian supermini served as a slightly left field choice, not to say that’s a bad thing, not by a long chalk.

Unlike some rivals, the Mito was offered with a broad range of engine choices that served almost anyone’s needs. Petrol power came in the form of peppy turbo’d engines that deliver anywhere between 85 and 170 HP. There are diesels too, covered by the 1.3 CDTi that was shared between a raft of car builders and a more substantial 1.6. With all mitos’ being on the firm side it was the 1.4T that made the comfort trade off feel worthwhile. Holding well in corners and experiencing little body lean, the 170 HP version offered a cheaper thrill than the more serious Cooper S. The Mito was never going to outsell the Fiesta or Corsa for that matter, but the Italian flare allowed a brand that was being pushed in to the ‘niche’ bracket to be seen as a real alternative. With a production run spanning a decade there are plenty of them about in need of repair. FAI to the rescue!

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FBC0306 / FBC0307 FBC0318 / FBC0319

OP343

B1107

Brake Cables

Oil Pump

Head Bolt Set

HG1677

HS1677

BM1052-STD/025/050

Head Gasket

Head Gasket Set

Main Bearing Set

SS5711

BB2060-STD/025/050

SS5712

Ball Joint

Big End Bearing Set

Link Rod

SS5716 / SS5717

TBK189

SS5713

Track Control Arm

Timing Belt Kit

Rack End

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»»New to Range

New from Yenmak - Available Q2.

As part of a significant rebranding exercise, Yenmak has introduced new-and-improved product packaging that you may have already noticed appearing in our deliveries. We have been sole UK distributors of the Yenmak Piston and Piston Ring range since 2010 so this year makes it our 10th year in partnership.

The eye-catching and recyclable new packaging also accompanies a change in Yenmak’s product part numbering and labelling which we explain on the opposite page. As of the 25th March, we have adopted Yenmak’s new format which introduces a more complex and futureproof system.

Despite the natural adjustment period, this will make it easier to understand what product is being ordered.

In addition to these changes, we have continued our investments in the brand by expanding our range with 157 new part numbers which will be hitting our shelves in the coming weeks. Some of the highlights are below.

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Celebrating 10 year distribution partnership with Yenmak. »»157 New Part No’s. »»556 Now in Range!

Exclusive UK Distributor.

Application

Part Number

BMW 1.6-3.0P 2015-Onwards (B38/B48) (Use with rings 9350)

31-30047-000

BMW/Mini 1.5-2.0D 2014-Onwards (B47/B48)

31-30046-000

BMW/Mini N18B16A (4104 alternative)

31-04595-000

Ford 2.0TDCI Ecoblue Euro6 (OE GK2Q 6K100)

31-30005-000

Ford 3.2 TDCI 5 Cyl

31-03462-000

Ford/PSA DV6 Euro6

31-30001-000

Ford/PSA/Volvo 1.6 Ecoboost 2010-Onwards (JQDA/JTDA/B4164)

31-30029-000

Landrover/Jaguar 3.0D V6 2011-Onwards (AJV6D/306DT)

31-30021-000

Opel/Vaux B10XFL

31-31018-000

Opel/Vaux B14XFT

31-31013-000

Opel/Vaux B16DTH Euro6

31-31010-000

Opel/Vaux B16DTL Euro6

31-31011-000

Renault R9M 1.6dCi

31-04189-000

VAG 1.2TSI 2013-Onwards (CYVC/CJZB/CYVB/CJZA/CJZD)

31-30013-000

VAG 2.0TDI 2014-Onwards (CNHA/CNHC/CZJA/DETB/DDAA/DFCA)

31-30066-000

VAG 3.0TDI 2008-Current (CCWA/CCLA/CASA/CASB/CCWB/CDYA)

31-30015-000

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New part number system explained.

Old Label

Product Type

New Label

3X = Piston Kit (Incl. rings, gudgeon pin, and locking rings).

9X = Piston Ring Set (1 set of rings for 1 piston).

5X = Cylinder Liner (Liner for 1 cylinder).

Product Reference

New Part Number

5 digit core part number.

Product Size 000 = Standard.

025, 040, etc. = Oversized.

Latest packaging improvements.

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STEERING & SUSPENSION TIE ROD ENDS & RACK ENDS

TOP STRUT MOUNT KITS COIL SPRINGS

CONTROL ARMS / WISHBONES

BALL JOINTS

LINK RODS

ANTI ROLL BAR BUSH KITS WISHBONE BUSHES

FORWARD / REARWARD

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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 SS9698 Wishbone R/H

SS9096 Strut Mount Kit

SS9830 Link Rod Rear

FORD FIESTA VI 2008-

STRUT MOUNT KIT

SS9096

FORD RANGER (ET) 2005-2012

FRONT LINK ROD

SS8385

FORD TRANSIT 2013-

LINK ROD REAR

SS9830

PEUGEOT 308 II 2013-

WISHBONE BUSH FRONT LOWER

SS9816

VW TRANSPORTER VI 2015-

WISHBONE RIGHT

SS9698

»»Top Pareto Risers SS7502K Anti-Roll Bar Bush Kit

SS9279 Wishbone Lower L/H

SS8908 Wishbone R/H

VW TRANSPORTER V 2003-2015

ANTI-ROLL BAR BUSH KIT

SS7502K

FORD TRANSIT 2013-

WISHBONE LOWER LEFT

SS9279

NISSAN QASHQAI I (J10) 2006-2014

AXLE BEAM MOUNTING REAR

SS9924

NISSAN QASHQAI II (J11) 2014-

WISHBONE RIGHT

SS8908

RENAULT MEGANE IV 2016-

FRONT LINK ROD

SS9438

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»»Toyota Prius Steering Range Since the 2003 launch, of what has become the most popular hybrid in the world, the various generations of Prius have all had one uniting factor – brilliant fuel economy!

Resulting in Taxi firms across the land buying thousands and running them to a serious mileage; many of which are still going, having passed the 200k mark. With most of these miles based within towns, going in and out of potholes & speed humps, the Prius’s suspension takes a real beating. FAI stock the most popular parts to keep you and the cabbies smiling!

PRIUS SALOON (_W1_) 05/2000>01/2004 Part No.

Description

SS4407 / SS4408 Tie Rod End SS9119

Top Strut Mounting

SS4404

Link Stabiliser

SS4410

Ball Joint

SS9956 / SS9957 Control / Trailing Arm Bush

Part No.

Description

SS10233

Inner Tie Rod

SS9958 / SS9959 Control / Trailing Arm Bush

SS4404

Link Stabiliser

SS6313

PRIUS HATCHBACK (_W2_) PRIUS (_W3_) 09/2003>12/2009 06/2008 > Part No. Description

SS9954 / SS9955 Track Control Arm

SS7874 / SS7875 Track Control Arm

SS9958 / SS9959 Control / Trailing Arm Bush

SS8663 / SS8664 Tie Rod End

SS7629 / SS7630 Tie Rod End

SS4410

Ball Joint

SS8161

SS2789

Control / Trailing Arm Bush

Ball Joint

PRIUS (_W5_) 09/2015 >

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Link Stabiliser

Part No.

Description

SS10477

Control / Trailing Arm Bush

SS9878

Rod / Strut Stabiliser

SS10461

Track Control Arm

SS10179 / SS10180

Tie Rod End

SS4410

Ball Joint

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Tech Tip

Big End / Connecting Rod Bearing Installation Engine Bearings are carefully specified for individual applications. In a number of cases, the Big End Bearing can use common upper and lower halves, which are the same shells just in reverse to one another. However, in most modern applications the upper half needs to be a higher specification, with technology such as Start/Stop additional strain is placed on the Thrust side of the Connecting Rod.

Upper (Thrust) Rod / Piston Side Piston

The upper half is recognised as the thrust side as during the combustion cycle, it is subject to the highest load. The composition of the upper half big end bearing can vary, most widely used is LC/LCX, a heavy duty specification.

The colour of the upper shell is usually a matte white/grey, usually darker than the lower shell.

Gudgeon Pin Small End Connecting Rod Big End

Lower Cap Side

The lower half big end bearing, is most commonly composed of an aluminium design, with standard overlays.

Rod Cap

The colour of the lower shell is usually a plain silver/aluminium, with a slightly reflective finish.

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TIMING CHAIN KITS

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»»Timing Chain Kits Latest BMW addition

3 3 3 K »»TC

In Stock Now!

»» Latest edition to BMW TCK range. »» Fits popular 2.0d B47 engines - B47 C20 A, B47 D20 A, B47 D20 B »» B47 is the successor to the infamous N47 (TCK133C) »» Highly recommended for stock holding. »» Fits over 200 models.

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Model

Date

Model

Date

1 (F20) 1 (F21) 1 VAN (F20) 2 ACTIVE TOURER (F45) 2 CONVERTIBLE (F23) 2 COUPE (F22, F87) 2 GRAN TOURER (F46) 2 GRAN TOURER VAN (F46) 3 (F30, F80) 3 (G20) 3 GRAN TOURISMO (F34) 3 TOURING (F31) 3 TOURING (G21) 4 CONVERTIBLE (F33, F83) 4 COUPE (F32, F82) 4 GRAN COUPE (F36) 5 (F10)

03/12 > 06/19 03/15 > 03/15 > 06/19 11/13 > 03/14 > 03/14 > 07/14 > 07/14 > 11/11 > 10/18 11/18 > 03/13 > 11/12 > 06/19 11/19 > 11/13 > 11/13 > 03/14 > 06/10 > 10/16

5 (G30, F90) 5 TOURING (F11) 5 TOURING (G31) 5 TOURING VAN (G31) 6 GRAN TOURISMO (G32) 7 (G11, G12) X1 (F48) X1 (F48) X1 VAN (F48) X2 (F39) X3 (F25) X3 (G01, F97) X3 VAN (G01) X4 (F26) X4 (G02, F98) X5 (F15, F85) X5 (G05, F95)

09/16 > 06/10 > 02/17 03/17 > 03/17 > 07/18 > 07/16 > 02/19 11/14 > 11/15 > 07/15 > 11/17 > 04/14 > 08/17 08/17 > 08/17 > 04/14 > 03/18 04/18 > 08/15 > 07/18 08/19 >

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»»New to Range

Recently added recommended parts

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Alfa / Fiat / Ford / Peugeot / Vauxhall 1.3 D Euro V 2007>

Camshaft (Inlet & Exhaust) C405 & C406

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Nissan / Renault / Vauxhall 2.0 DCi M9R 2005>

Camshaft (Inlet) C409

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Hyundai 1.2i G4LA 2011>

Head Gasket Set HS2198

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Citroen / Mini / Peugeot 1.4 / 1.6 EP3 & EP6 2008>

Conversion Set (bottom end) CS1460 14

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Mazda 2.2 D SHY 2013>

Head Gasket HG2264

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Ford 3.2 TDCi 2007 - 2014

Vibration Damper FVD1059

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BMW 3.0 N47 2007>

Vibration Damper FVD1091

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Vauxhall 2.0 CDTi A20DTH 2008 - 2015

Vibration Damper FVD1073 FAI Focus April 2020

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»»Engine of the Month

Vauxhall / Opel 1.2i A12XER / A12XEL The third generation of ‘Family O’ engines from the GM owned Opel-Vauxhall, was designed to produce better fuel economy and emissions than the outgoing Twin-Port; used throughout the 2000s.

The new A Series engines, dubbed EcoFlex, powered all popular models from 2009; with the 1.2 almost solely utilised in the Corsa D (MkIII). With the arrival of the Adam in 2013, the A12XEL powered the new city car from launch but with the introduction of the 1.0T in early 2015, it made for a confusing engine line-up.

The 1.2i applied to the Corsa made sense, offering a bit more confidence over the 1.0i naturally aspirated that was painfully slow.

However, in the Adam, for anyone over the age of 21 – where insurance is less of an issue, the aforementioned 1.0T offered buyers more power, better fuel consumption and cheaper road tax. Mmmm, maybe it’s the old school mentality that bigger is better… Despite this, the 1.2 sold in its thousands, making it one of the most common small engines around.

Bonus Corsa Parts SS5714 (L/H) SS5715 (R/H) Tie Rod End

SS6068 (L/H) SS6069 (R/H) Track Control Arm

FAI stocks a whole raft of parts to keep one of Europe’s favourite runabouts, well… running about.

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SS5713 Inner Tie Rod End

TCK98NGVVT

OCV001

B1630

Timing Chain Kit

Oil Control Valve

Cylinder Head Bolts

BB2054-STD/025

HG1630

VC003

Big End Bearing Set

Head Gasket

Valve Cover

WP6555

IV29455 / EV29456

Water Pump

Valves (inlet & exhaust)

HS1693

BFS127 (qty 8)

Head Gasket Set

Hydraulic Lifter

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