Automobile Technical, Repair & Restoration
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Competition Engine Building
The needs of a true competition engine are quite different than those of the engine under the hood of a typical commuter car. From the basic design needs, to the base component materials, to the sizes of the flow-related hardware, to the precision of the machining, to the capabilities of each pertinent system, very few similarities exist. Many books exist showcasing how to make street-based engines more powerful and/or durable. This book is different, in that it focuses purely on the needs of high rpm, high durability, high-powered racing engines. It begins by looking at the raw design needs, and then shares how these needs are met at the various phases of an engine's development, assembly, testing and tuning.
This book features reviews of many popular modern tools, techniques, products, and testing/data collecting machinery. Showing the proper way to use such tools, how to accurately collect data, and how to use the data effectively when designing an engine, is critical information not readily available elsewhere. The special needs of a competition engine aren't commonly discussed, and the many secrets competition engine builders hold closely are openly shared on the pages here.
Authored by veteran author John Baechtel, Competition Engine Building stands alone as a premier guide for enthusiasts and students of the racing engine. It also serves as a reference guide for experienced professionals anxious to learn the latest techniques or see how the newest tools are used. Baechtel is more than just an author, as he holds (or has held) several World Records at Bonneville. Additionally, his engines have won countless races in many disciplines, including road racing and drag racing.
Complete Wheel & Tire Buyer’s Guide
What do those numbers on the tire's sidewall mean? Which custom wheels will fit my new truck? Can I get historically correct tires for my vintage Mustang?"The Complete Wheel and Tire Buyer's Guide" is the definitive reference for car, truck, and SUV owners seeking new tires and/or wheels. Author Brad Bowling provides an entertaining education on the proper selection of tires and wheels for any vehicle.Chapters devoted to tire history, deciphering sidewall numbers, tire care and maintenance, wheel construction, and wheel types take away the mystery of purchasing new wheels and tires. "The Tire Brand Directory" and "Wheel Brand Directory" contain listings of all major tire and wheel manufacturers in the U.S., describe their products, and include Web site and contact information.This practical reference allows vehicle owners to make the best decision possible on the selection of new wheels and tires. Are you customizing a Mitsubishi Eclipse, looking for a set of Davin spinning wheels for your Cadillac Escalade, restoring a vintage vehicle, or buying a new set of tires for your family sedan? This guide is the place to start.
Conduite et entretien [Driving and maintenance]: Alfa Romeo, Alfa Sud
This French-language Alfa Romeo owner's manual was printed in Italy (May, 1980).
The owner's manual covers conduit de la voiture, entretien, characteristiques, techniques, and includes a fold-out wiring diagram.
DIASS 2784 5/80
Convertible Top Restoration and Installation
There's an old saying we've all heard before that goes "When the top goes down the price goes up." Of all the projects involved with the restoration of your collector car, few seem as challenging or confusing as addressing the convertible top. Due to aging and neglect, the hardware and fabric covering have led to some "not-so-nice conditions," making it difficult to find information addressing your specific model.
Fred Mattson, author of Automotive Upholstery and Interior Restoration, delivers this compilation on restoring and repairing convertible tops. Step-by-step photo sequencing walks you through convertible top applications for Corvettes, Ford retractable tops, scissors tops, manual tops, and power tops. Fred also addresses the weather seals, well liners, hydraulic/electrical systems, adjustments, materials, and pads. No other book ever produced on convertible tops goes into this much depth of coverage.
With this book you will be guided through the convertible top repair/restoration process in an easy-to-read how-to format, so there should be no reason to fear taking your drop top out with the threat of rain. Convertible Top Restoration and Installation will be the one tool that will show you how important a well-sorted top restoration is, not only for practical reasons, such as staying dry, but for cosmetic reasons as well.
Corvette Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1963-84
Chilton's Repair & Tune-Up Guides are written with you, the do-it-yourselfer, in mind. Detailed step-by-step instructions fill the gap between the owner's manual in the glove compartment and the factory service manual used by professional mechanics. Specifications, line drawings, and photographs pertaining specifically to your vehicle, tune-ups, brake jobs, general maintenance and hundreds of other repairs routine. With today's high cost for automotive repair work, this guide is the most important tool you could own.
Corvette Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1984-86
Chilton's Repair & Tune-Up Guides are written with you, the do-it-yourselfer, in mind. Detailed step-by-step instructions fill the gap between the owner's manual in the glove compartment and the factory service manual used by professional mechanics. Specifications, line drawings, and photographs pertaining specifically to your vehicle, tune-ups, brake jobs, general maintenance and hundreds of other repairs routine. With today's high cost for automotive repair work, this guide is the most important tool you could own.
Custom Auto Electronics and Auto Electrical Reference Manual
With this new reference manual, author Frank "Choco" Mundy makes it easy for home-based auto enthusiasts to understand auto electronics Cross-reference chapter the novice through the basics of auto electronics, the charging system, starting systems, and ignition systems. There's also a special chapter devoted to rewiring vehicles using either a custom or aftermarket harness. Modern computer-controlled electronic systems are also given in-depth, easy-to; understand coverage, as is multiplexing, the emerging practice of using less wiring to perform more functions.
Custom Lettering and Pinstriping Techniques for Vans, Rods, Bikes
Cobra Design ISBN 10 – 9995795159 Softcover Out of Print. New old stock.
Custom Painting Tips & Techniques
R. M. Clarke ISBN 10 – 0948207078 Softcover 164 pages Out of Print. New old stock.
Daimler & Lanchester: A Century of Motoring History
In this, the definitive history of Daimler and Lanchester, the author not only chronicles the many events that shaped these two great marques, but also sheds a new light on the development of the motor industry in Britain.
The many famous characters and manufacturers connected with this fascinating story are all covered in detail, as well as the lesser-known but nonetheless important people and companies.
Daimler, founded in 1896, thanks to its links with Royalty and its reputation for quality, is assured a unique place in the annals of motoring history. Without doubt, the Company held the premier position in the industry, although it was not without its share of problems, and merged with BSA in 1910.
1995 sees the 100th anniversary of Lanchester's first car. The Lanchester marque was always associated with technical excellence, but had a chequered history following the Daimler takeover in 1931, finally being killed off in 1956.
Four years later, Daimler were bought by their Coventry cousins - Jaguar. Fortunately, the prestige attached to the Daimler name enabled it to survive. To this day, Jaguar use the Daimler badge for their top-of-the-range saloons, and included in this book are pictures and details of the cars that will take Daimler into its centenary year.
Datsun 1000 Model B10 Series Service Manual (Part No. 48131)
This manual has been compiled for the purtpose of assisting Datsun 1000 distributors and dealers for effective service and maintenance of the model B10 series. Each assembly of the major components is described in detail. In addition, comprehensive instructions are given for complete dismantling, assembling, and inspection of these components.
Datsun 140J, 160J, 710: 1973-76
Autobooks (Part No. 839) ISBN 10 – 0851476376 Hardcover 180 pages Out of Print. New old stock. DRB Code MA0839
Datsun 4-Wheel Drive Pickups: 1980-1981 Shop Manual
This book is another in the world's largest-selling automobile repair series. Clymer books are noted for delivering more troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance information than any others including:
More photos, drawings and charts
Compact "carry-along" size
Emphasis on tune-up, troubleshooting, frequently-needed information
Quick reference pages for vital specs
More exploded views
Tricks of the trade from factory mechanics
Datsun 510, 610, 710, 1968-1977 Shop Manual
This easy-to-use manual can save you hundres of dollars in maintenance and repair bills. Step-by-step procedures and detailed illustrations guide you through ever job.
This manual covers: Quick Reference Data like need-to-know specifications; General Information like tools and techniques; Lubtrication Maintenance and Tune-ups; Troubleshooting; Engines; Fuel and Exhaust Systems; Cooling and Heating Systems; Electrical Systems; Clutches; Transmission; Brakes; Suspensions, Differentials, Drive Shafts, Wheel Bearings and Steering.
Datsun 610 Owners Workshop Manual: 1973 to 1975
Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.
108 cubic inch (1770 cc) and 119 cubic inch (1952 cc) models.
Datsun 710 Series Repair Guide
A pocket-sized repair guide with automobile data, adjustments, repairs, overhauls and a troubleshooting section.
Models include 140J, 160J, SSS-USA, L20B to 1977.
Datsun 810 Owners Workshop Manual: 1977 thru 1979
Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.
All Models - 146 cubic inch (2393 cc)
Datsun B-210 Owners Workshop Manual: 1973 through 1974
Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.
78.6 cubic inch (1288 cc) and 85.2 cubic inch (1397 cc) models.
Datsun Bluebird 160B, 180B Owner’s Workshop Manual 1972-75 (Autobook 823)
Models covered:
Datsun 160B, Series 610, 1595cc 1972-75
Datsun 180B, Series 610, 1770cc 1972-75
Datsun 180B SSS, Series 610, 1770cc 1972-75
Datsun Do-It-Yourself Repair & Tune-Up Guide: All 4-Cylinder Models 1967 thru 1977
From Haynes, the Do-It-Yourself Repair & Tune-Up Guide for all Datsun 4-Cylinder models from 1967 thru 1977
Datsun F10 1976 Owners Manual: Model F-10 Series
This manual contains extensive commentary on the operation, service and care of 1976 Datsun F10 vehicles.
Owner's Manuals explain the operation and care of your vehicle. With step-by-step instructions, clear pictures, fluid capacities and specifications, you will have the information you need to get the most from your vehicle. Your owner's manual is designed by experts to keep you informed. Find out driving essentials such as the location and explanation of controls, safety tips, specifications and capacities, and sometimes scheduled maintenance. Owner's manuals are also called owner's guides, operating manuals, reference books, or glove box manuals.
Datsun Owner’s Manual Model PL 510 Series (1971)
Owner's Manuals explain the operation and care of your vehicle. With step-by-step instructions, clear pictures, fluid capacities and specifications, you will have the information you need to get the most from your vehicle. Your owner's manual is designed by experts to keep you informed. Find out driving essentials such as the location and explanation of controls, safety tips, specifications and capacities, and sometimes scheduled maintenance. Owner's manuals are also called owner's guides, operating manuals, reference books, or glove box manuals.
Datsun Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1961-72
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all 1500-1600-2000 Sports Cars, 410, 411, Nissan Patrol, 510, 1200, Pickups, 240Z.
Datsun Z and ZX Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1970-82
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX, all models including Turbocharged engines.
Datsun/Nissan 1200, 210, Sentra Repair Manual: 1973-88
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all U.S. and Canadian models of Datsun 1200, 210, Nissan Sentra.
Datsun/Nissan 200SX, 240SX, 510, 610, 710, 810, Maxima Repair Manual: 1973-89
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all U.S. and Canadian models of 200SX, 240SX, 510, 610, 710, 810, and Maxima.
Datsun/Nissan F10, 310, Stanza Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1976-82
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers the F10 from 1976-78, the 310 from 1979-82, and the 1982 Stanza.
Datsun/Nissan F10, 310, Stanza, Pulsar Repair Manual: 1976-88
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all U.S. and Canadian models of F10, 310, Stanza, and Pulsar.
Datsun/Nissan Pick-Ups Repair & Tune-Up Guide: 1970-86
Total Car Care is the most complete, step-by-step automotive repair manual you'll ever use. All repair procedures are supported by detailed specifications, exploded views, and photographs. From the simplest repair procedure to the most complex, trust Chilton's Total Car Care to give you everything you need to do the job. Save time and money by doing it yourself, with the confidence only a Chilton Repair Manual can provide.
This manual covers all U.S. and Canadian models of 520, 620, 720 and D21 Pick-upsm 2WD and 4WD, gasoline and diesel engines.
David Vizard’s How to Build Horsepower
Proven methods for increasing horsepower in any engine. High-performance street and race engine builders are always looking for the latest techniques and combination of parts to build a better, stronger, more powerful engines. Building an engine is a complex, demanding process that requires careful planning, bulls-eye parts selection, and exceptional attention to detail. If someone is building an engine for the first time, they need the information contained in this book.
Extracting maximum torque and horsepower from engines is an art as well as a science. David Vizard is an engineer and more aptly an engine building artist who guides the reader through all the aspects of power production and high-performance engine building. His proven high-performance engine building methods and techniques are revealed in this all-new edition of How to Build Horsepower. Vizard goes into extreme depth and detail for drawing maximum performance from any automotive engine. The production of power is covered from the most logical point from the air entering the engine all the way to spent gasses leaving through the exhaust. Explained is how to optimize all the components in between, such as selecting heads for maximum flow or port heads for superior power output, ideal valvetrain components, realizing the ideal rocker arm ratios for a particular application, secrets for selecting the best cam, and giving unique insight into all facets of cam performance. In addition, he covers how to select and setup superchargers, nitrous oxide, ignition and other vital aspects of high-performance engine building.
Vizard's top-selling How to Build Horsepowerexplains the latest and most effective engine building techniques and strategies. The reader is treated to the secrets and methods for building virtually any automotive engine. Vizard's unique and entertaining style of writing clearly explains the key principles and provides extreme detail and uncommon insight, so at-home engine builder can realize their performance goals.
David Vizard’s How to Port & Flow Test Cylinder Heads
Porting heads is an art and science. It takes a craftsman's touch to shape the surfaces of the head for the optimal flow characteristics and the best performance. Porting demands the right tools, skills, and application of knowledge. Few other engine builders have the same level of knowledge and skill porting engine heads as David Vizard. All the aspects of porting stock as well as aftermarket heads in aluminum and cast-iron constructions are covered. Vizard goes into great depth and detail on porting aftermarket heads. Starting with the basic techniques up to more advanced techniques, you are shown how to port iron and aluminum heads as well as benefits of hand and CNC porting. You are also shown how to build a high-quality flow bench at home so you can test your work and obtain professional results. Vizard shows how to optimize flow paths through the heads, past the valves, and into the combustion chamber. The book covers blending the bowls, a basic porting procedure, and also covers pocket porting, porting the intake runners, and many advanced procedures. These advanced procedures include unshrouding valves, porting a shortside turn from the floor of the port down toward the valve seat, and developing the ideal port area and angle. All of these changes combine to produce optimal flow velocity through the engine for maximum power.
David Vizard’s How to Super Tune and Modify Holley Carburetors
The Holley carburetor is an icon in the performance industry. Thirty, forty, even fifty years ago, if you looked under the hood of any modified or performance car, you more than likely would discover a Holley carburetor lurking there. Often, many enthusiast's first modification is swapping out the factory induction system for a new Holley 4-barrel carb and intake manifold.
While many of today's modern cars have moved past carburetors and into high-tech fuel-injection systems, most cars from the highly collectible eras are still running carburetors. Carbs are comparatively inexpensive, highly tunable, and do not require laptops, expensive tuning equipment, or computers to function. And by far, the most popular carb still in use is the Holley carb.
In David Vizard's How to Super Tune and Modify Holley Carburetors, best selling author Vizard explains the science, the function, and most important, the tuning expertise required to get your Holley carburetor to perform its best for your performance application, whether it's street, strip, supercharging, or race applications. Holley has been a best-selling subject for years, and this much-needed update guides you through the traditional 4150 Double Pumper, Dominator, and 4160 vacuum secondary models, as well as all the recent releases from Holley, including the Ultra Street Avenger and Ultra HP Series Carbs.
With its high degree of tuning ease, and with all the new models coming into the market, the knowledge of an expert like Vizard is a requirement to meet your performance goals, now more than ever. This book is an essential addition to any hot rodder's library.
Detroit Speed’s How to Build a Pro Touring Car
Trends in automotive modification come and go; some are outlandish, some are practical. Currently, the trend is Pro Touring. While it's expensive, it definitely leans toward the practical. It was originally a name used for GM cars, but "Pro Touring" has come to mean a style for all cars from many years. It is essentially the art of adding modern technology to aged designs to create cars that start, stop, drive, handle, and behave like modern performance cars. You can do this in many ways and choose from many suppliers.
Detroit Speed is at the forefront of the Pro Touring movement. The company is in a unique position to design and manufacture parts; they also build cars and test the parts for their effectiveness on the street and track. Kyle and Stacy Tucker have used their considerable engineering skill and marketing savvy to create a unique company that leads the Pro Touring movement.
You will discover the history of Detroit Speed and how they design performance parts. Learn-to-install sections cover front subframe and rear suspension assemblies as well as upgrades to wheel tubs, brakes, fuel system, driveline, cooling system, and more; also included is an LS swap. The featured cars are customer builds as well as Detroit Speed test cars including a number of different Chevrolet products, a 1966 Mustang, and a 1969 Charger. "Detroit Speed's How to Build a Pro Touring Car" is an important edition to every performance