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Know a motorhead? Get them this book!
Wow.

I own hundreds of automotive books, but "Class Racing Engines" is the one that I read over and over. It combines deep technical information, fantastic photos, rare blueprints, and most important of all, Ludvigsen's unique ability to place things within a historical context.

What I like most about this book is how it puts you right in the shoes of the engine designer. What should the valve angle be? Hemispherical combustion chamber? Materials? Number of bearings? You get the picture... this book gets you deep into motor design and then wallows around in it. It's almost a sinful delight to read.

Classic Racing Engines reviewed by a Kansas Rancher
I'm a Kansas Rancher who works with technology based at best in the 1970's. Bailing wire and duct tape can fix most of my problems. Ludvigsen writes for my understanding level; no high math or esoteric physics, just how the engine was designed; what new, different, or improved insights were polished to make a winner out of the raw product. From the individual product of the designer of the Kuchen 2-liter of 1952 to products of cubic money and scores of engineering departments of major manufactures like the Honda V-12 of 1992, Ludvigsen explains the reasons the design worked, why problems happened, and how the engine contributed to the evolution of mechanical knowledge. I enjoyed reading and using it as a frame of reference. ... Read more

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This book provides a comprehensive reference for anyone wanting to study the way in which modern vehicle engines work, and why they are designed as they are. The book covers virtually all configurations of commercially-produced engines, and features the latest engine technology - - including up-to-date coverage of electronic engine management and exhaust emission control.

Chapters cover: Valves and camshafts; Camshaft chain belt and gear train drives; Engine balance and vibration; Combustion chamber design and engine performance; Induction and exhaust systems; Supercharging systems; Carburetted fuel systems; Petrol injection systems; Ignition systems; Engine testing equipment; Diesel in-line fuel injection pump systems; Diesel rotary and unit injector fuel injection pump systems; Emission control; Cooling and lubrication systems; and Alternative power sources.

Well-illustrated with over 1,200 diagrams ... Read more

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The introduction of Engine technology
For the beginner of Engine Design & Testing, it will be very helpful guide. ... Read more

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This comprehensive, revised text continues its tradition of providing the student an up-to-date guide to automatice transmission/transaxle powertrain systems, in an easy-to-understand format. Fundamentals or operation, ddiagnosis procedures, and service practics develop from the basic/introductory level to an in-depth and comprehensive level. The essentials for achieving ASE and NATEF certification, as well as SAE J 1930 terminology and OBD II procedures are presented throughout to aid the student in relating to real-world application of the material. Current 5-speed, electronically controlled automatic transmissions, CVT powertrains, and the "parallel shift" automatic transmisisons used by Honda and Saturn are covered thoroughly.ALSO AVAILABLEINSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide, ISBN: 0-8273-8039-9 ... Read more

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'Automotive Computer Controlled Systems' explains the fundamental principles of engineering that lie behind the operation of vehicle electronic systems. Having obtained this knowledge, the reader will be able to make full use of the diagnostic equipment which is currently available. The book builds on the concepts contained in Vehicle Electronic Systems and Fault Diagnosis and gives clear steps to fault diagnosis and subsequent repair of the vehicle's electronic systems. The author discusses electronics only within the context of the vehicle systems under consideration, and thus keeps theory to a minimum.


Allan Bonnick has written articles for several transport/vehicle journals and carries out consultancy work for the Institute of Road Transport Engineers. In addition, he has had many years teaching experience and is ideally placed to write this informative guide.

* Principles discussed in context avoiding unnecessary theory and maths
* Practical step-by-step instructions on fault diagnosis and repair
* Liberally illustrated with clear diagrams ... Read more

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Designed for the "nuts and bolts"-level Chrysler enthusiast and written by a highly-trained ASE certified master technician and Chrysler aficionado, this book covers most aspects of performance improvement, including engine swaps, suspension upgrades, transmission mods, brake improvements, rear-end interchanges, and more. Covers Chrysler muscle and performance cars of the '60s and '70s.

Also recommended: DeskTop Dynos. ... Read more

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Good technical information with helpful diagrams.
The book covers all the basic systems with many options for performance upgrades at minimal cost. This is easier than thumbing through all your old magazines or investing in several other books. ... Read more

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In many ways, drag racing spawned the muscle car era of the '60s.Super Stock drag racing was huge in the early '60s, and the factories encouraged their teams' success by building high-power, lightweight cars that'd be sure hits at the drags.Then in '64, Pontiac introduced the GTO, with the classic "small car, big engine" formula that hot rodders had been using for years. Other manufacturers responded with their own pony cars and muscle cars, and for nearly 10 years, muscle cars ruled the drags.

Quarter Mile Muscle covers the development and success of the muscle cars at the drags in all classes, from Super Stock to the early muscle car-based funny cars.Special attention is paid to low-production factory cars that were intended specifically for the drags - cars like the COPO Camaros, Ford Thunderbolts, and the dealer-built specials from Yenko, Motion, and others. ... Read more

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The number one engine modification that sport compact enthusiasts want is the addition of some form of forced induction.

Sport Compact Turbos & Blowers is an enthusiast's guide to understanding, installing, and using turbochargers and superchargers on sport compact cars.Included is information on blower basics, how blowers work, roots blowers, screw-type superchargers, centrifugal superchargers, an analysis of turbocharging vs. supercharging, turbo systems for sport compacts, building a blown/turbo'd sport compact engine, and blower/turbo accessories.

All the information you need to make your sport compact car the hottest on the street is found right here. ... Read more

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Details of Bosch K-Jetronic gasoline fuel-injection system.
This is a 37 page manual showing details of theBosch K-Jetronic GasolineFI system. It includesoperation, components, and wiring diagrams and photos. It is specific to the title system, but this is the most widelyused gasoline FI system inthe world. A little pricey at $11.95 US, whichis 80 of mydollars. ... Read more

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This manual provides valve timing procedures for domestic and imported vehicles from 1992-2003. This title is a concise source of information when checking, replacing or tensioning timing chains or gear drives. Includes clear illustrations of timing chains, sprockets, and gears with all relevant valve timing marks. Each model specific section identifies any special tool requirements. Removal and installation instructions are included as necessary, along with the relevant tensioner release and reset methods. ... Read more

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if u like to do written practice, take it!
full of multiple choice and filling blanks, it's more like a practical book, no real picture, just few fig. I was reallllllllly disppointed when I open it!
God!
there is even a CD of practical at the back of this book! ... Read more

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Breezy style
I can't imagine a better survey of modern car technology. It's as readable as a magazine article but more substantial. The author easily explains the engineering principles involved in suspension, brakes, steering, and so on, then describes the current state of the art, and finally offers a glimpse into the future (individual electric motors for steering, brakes, AC, even valves). One or two questionable statements occur (e.g. better to lock up the front than the rear brakes in a skid), but this is a very interesting book. ... Read more