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Auto Repair For DummiesŪ
by Deanna Sclar, Deanne Sclar
IDG Books Worldwide, Paperback, 600 pages,
Rev update edition, September 1999
The ultimate handbook for the machine nearly everyone relies upon but few understand, this guide demystifies the maze of mechanics under the hood of any car with simple maintenance tips and clear, comprehensive, and non-technical discussions of how cars work. 300+ illustrations.
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How to Paint Your Car
by David H. Jacobs
Motorbooks International, Paperback, 159 pages, September 1991
From a reviewer, July 1, 2000: An
excellent book.
I'm not sure why some have called it disorganized. I found it well laid out with NOT too many photos and plenty of text. I found the content a bit more dated than John Pfanstiehl's Automotive Paint Handbook or Boyd's Coddingtons's How to Paint Your Hot Rod, but still an excellent choice.
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Auto Fundamentals : How and Why of the Design, Construction, and Operation of Automobiles. Applicable to All Makes and Models
by Martin W. Stockel, et al
Goodheart-Willcox Co,
Hardcover, 607 pages, May 1996
One of the most popular automotive theory texts available, Auto Fundamentals provides a study of the design, construction, and operation of all major automotive systems. Content centers around the theory of automotive operation--how and why systems interact.
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Maximum Boost : Designing, Testing, and Installing Turbocharger Systems
by Corky Bell
Robert Bentley, Paperback, 256 pages, April 1997
From a reviewer July 18, 2000:
Everything a beginner needs to know about turbos and more.
Very well presented, with good balance between theory and practice, a lot of photos and an easy to read style.
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Automotive Handbook
by Robert Bosch
Robert Bentley, Paperback, 852 pages,
4th edition June 1997
In every field there's a single, indispensable reference work that sets the standard by which other books are measured. The new 4th Edition of the "Automotive Handbook" is the standard for practical, concise and illuminating explanations of the design and operation of automotive
systems.
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Automotive Upholstery Handbook
by Don Taylor
Fisher Books, Paperback, 232 pages, March 15, 2000
A professional upholsterer explains how to make and install complete interiors in cars, trucks, and vans, while avoiding costly mistakes. Specific topics covered include: recovering and building both bench and bucket seats; using tools; working with leather, vinyl, or any fabric;
upholstering and more.
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How to Make Your Car Handle
by Fred Puhn
H.P. Books, Paperback, 200 pages, September 1983
From a reviewer July 25, 1998:
This is the best car book I've read.
Puhn's book is the classic treatment of suspensions and car handling issues for the automotive enthusiast.
The author neither over- nor under-estimates the reader's intelligence. Fred Puhn provides enough information
including some basic physics that even the most science-challenged reader
will understand.
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Turbochargers
by Hugh MacInnes
H.P. Books,
Paperback, July 1984
The most comprehensive turbocharger book available, Turbochargers tells readers how to select and install the correct turbo for big and small HP gains. Covers turbo design, sizing and matching; controls, carburetion, exhaust, ignition,
intercooling, marine and high altitude applications.
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A Haircut in Horse Town : And Other Great Car Talk Puzzlers
by Tom Magliozzi, et al
Perigee, Paperback, 160 pages,
Vol 1 September 1999
PUZZLER #1: What's the hottest show on National Public Radio, and why should you care?
ANSWER: Car Talk, because they've finally put their world-famous Puzzlers into a brain-teasing book!
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Bosch Fuel Injection and Engine Management
by Charles O. Probst
Robert Bentley, Paperback, 224 pages
Finally! The authoritative manual on Bosch Fuel injection. This is the only book that fully explains all aspects of these Bosch systems:
Motronic, L-Jetronic, LH-Jetronic, LH-Motronic, D-Jetronic, K-Jetronic,
KE-Jetronic, and KE-Motronic. You will find specific information on the newest
KE-Motronic and more.
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The Step-By-Step Guide to Engine Blueprinting : Practical Methods for Racing and Rebuilding
by Rick Voegelin
Voyageur Press, Paperback, 220 pages, September 1997
This completely revised and updated version--containing an additional 32 pages--is simply the best book you can buy on engine preparation for street or racing! "The Step-By-Step Guide to Engine Blueprinting" clearly illustrates and explains all important preparation techniques in an
easy-to-read format.
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Modern Engine Tuning
by A. Graham Bell
Haynes Pubns,
Hardcover, 256 pages,
2 Ed edition December 1997
From a reviewer January 6, 1999:
Perhaps the greatest engine tunning book ever written.
I have read a few books on fundamentals of cars and todays engines, but none covered so much about performance/economy engines. Everything is explained in plain language, and the content are extremely
iformative. It became my favorite book from the very first day.
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Fuel Injection : Installation, Performance Tuning, Modification
by Jeff Hartman
Motorbooks International, Paperback, 160 pages, August 1993
Fuel Injection untangles the mystery and answers readers' fuel injection questions. From its coverage of carburetion and fuel induction theories to tips on installing and tuning modern injection systems, this book covers everything a performance-minded tuner needs to know.
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Tune to Win
by Carroll Smith
Motorbooks Intl Short Dis,
Paperback, July 1979
From a reviewer, August 3, 1998: Unique, technical writing that is accurate and enjoyable!
Carroll Smith not only has a great deal of hard-won technical information to share, but his style is light and entertaining, a rarity in this segment. Smith is unashamedly opinionated, but with the breadth and depth of his experience, he has every right to be.
Other books by
Carrol Smith:
- Prepare
to Win
- Engineer
to Win : The Essential Guide to Racing Car Materials Technology or How to
Build Winners Which Don't Break
- Drive
to Win : The Essential Guide to Race Driving
- Carroll
Smith's Nuts, Bolts and Fasteners and Plumbing Handbook
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