The two major GT40 owner's clubs in the UK are:
GT40 Enthusiasts' Club
- for all GT40s and their various replicas.
The GTD40 Club
- as above, but more specifically for the GTD40. This club is for the more competition-minded member.
The gt40s forum
is unrivalled for news, views, arguments and a cornucopia of GT40 information.For an interesting insight into the history of GTD, have a look at GTD Racing (sadly now defunct).Depending on what is accessible for you, here are a number of companies offering services that might be
useful:
Demon Tweeks
- have a lot of specialised, if expensive, stuff.
Robin Sundt's parts sources
Holley
Carburettors - masses of technical data about the GT40's traditional carb.
MDA - Mark Sibley's replicas - eagerly awaited.
MSD
Electronic ignition systems - parts catalogues, specs and tech support.
Optimate III
battery chargers and conditioners, to look after your battery during the winter off the road.
Paul Goff's lamps
- for conversion rings so your headlamps can take the later H4 P43t high performance bulbs; also some awesome LED stop/tail lights!
PowerStop Brakes - for higher performance brake pad sets.
Premier Wiring Systems
- specialise in parts for replica car electrics - note their new phone number is 01483 236976.
RaceMettle
- PowerLite high performance geared starter motors, alternators and engine builds.
RallyNuts - more specialised bits.
Tornado Sportscars
- currently the only UK manufacturer producing replicas.
Wealden Engineering
- Frank Catt's gold mine of racing mods and excellent engineering.
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