Author : Forbes Aird
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 35,86 MB
Release : 2008-09-02
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1440637938
This invaluable handbook on the structural design and science behind the race car chassis includes sections on materials and structures, structural loads, a brief overview of suspension and chassis design, multi-tube and space frame chassis, joining ferrous metals, stressed skin construction, and joining light alloys.
Author : Tom Monroe
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 643 pages
File Size : 27,21 MB
Release : 2006-09-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101503033
This is a complete guide to building racing engines, focusing on tips and techniques that will help an engine builder build a motor for any application: drag racing, circle track, road racing, or boats.
Author : Editor of Stock Car Racing Magazine
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 17,95 MB
Release : 2007-06-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101157119
Build smarter, race faster, win more.Covers topics such as airflow basics, cylinder head and fuel systems tech, blueprinting tips and techniques, camshaft theory, and selection.
Author : Mark Warner
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 24,60 MB
Release : 2009-05-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101052562
The ultimate performance guide to the rotary engines built by Mazda from 1978 to the present. Includes: Engine history and identification ? Rotary engine fundamentals ? Component selection and modifications ? Housings and porting ? Rotors, seals, and internals ? Intake and fuel systems ? Exhaust Systems ? Engine management and ignition ? Oil and lubrication systems ? Forced induction ? Nitrous, water and alcohol injection
Author : Larry Shepard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 44,30 MB
Release : 2008-06-03
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1440637687
A step-by-step guide to rebuilding, restoring, and modifying the famous Mopar 'Six-Pack' engines that appeared in all of Chrysler's muscle cars from 1969 through 1971, as well as the late- model small-blocks and crate performance motors currently offered by Chrysler.
Author : John Gunnell
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 27,28 MB
Release : 2010-03-02
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101185902
Today's restorer has a wealth of resources available that didn't exist just a few years ago. It is no longer necessary or feasible to perform every step of a ground-up restoration yourself (unless you truly want to). Knowing how to properly plan, organize and execute a restoration can save both time and money, and help ensure that you'll end up with exactly the car or truck you envisioned.
Author : Evan J. Smith
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 36,98 MB
Release : 2008-08-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101051280
A guide of more than 35 complete engine buildups offering a wide variety of performance levels for several generations of Ford V8 engine families.
Author : Mike Mavrigian
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 40,93 MB
Release : 2008-01-02
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101158034
The essential reference guide for choosing the right fastener and plumbing for any automotive high performance, custom or racing application. This user-friendly guide explains high-performance fasteners, plumbing, and all the other hardware used by racers, rodders, restorers and all other auto enthusiasts. Subjects include hose sizes, fittings, materials, routing and installation tips, heat shielding, brake, fuel, coolant, and oil lines, as well as fastener technology such as thread sizing, clamping loads, bolt stretch, and fastener styles.
Author : Terrell Heick
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 29,94 MB
Release : 2009-11-03
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 110115571X
A complete owner?s guide for owners and enthusiasts of Toyota?s MR2, one of the most successful mid-engined sports cars ever built. Includes: History, sales and model year details; OEM Maintenance and Repairs; Chassis, Brake & Suspension Upgrades; Engine Bolt-On Modifications; Racing Your MR2; Safety; and ?staged? combinations to build MR2s for any high-performance use, from mild street to autocrossing and road racing.
Author : Larry Shepard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 16,13 MB
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1101171383
A step-by-step guide to rebuilding, modifying and tuning the Carter/Edelbrock carburetors. Carter history and model overview; an overview of carb parts and how they work;' car selection; rebuilding carbs; installation and hardware; performance and adjustments; general tuning and troubleshooting; emission, fuel economy and fuel supply; racing and special applications.
