The Sportscar & Kitcar Suspension & Brakes High-Performance Manual

The Sportscar & Kitcar Suspension & Brakes High-Performance Manual
Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2013-10-08
Genre:
ISBN: 1845846494

How to get the best handling and braking from sportscars/kitcars with wishbone front suspension, coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers. Includes ride height, camber, castor, kpi and much more.

How to build Tiger Avon or GTA sports cars for road or track - Updated & Revised New Edition

How to build Tiger Avon or GTA sports cars for road or track - Updated & Revised New Edition
Author: Jim Dudley
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 491
Release: 2013-12-05
Genre:
ISBN: 184584579X

The step-by-step guide to building YOUR dream sports car on a budget. The Tiger Avon is a high-quality, high-performance cycle-wing roadster, while the GTO is a sleek new design. Both models are based on readily available Ford mechanical components with a choice of independent or live axle rear suspension. Engine wise, you can use a straight 4 or V8 of your choice, including Ford Pinto, Ford Zetec, Rover K-Series or even motorcycle units. If you already have a Tiger Avon, the book will show you how to convert it to a GTA if you fancy a new look.

The Competition Car Data Logging Manual

The Competition Car Data Logging Manual
Author: Graham Templeman
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 351
Release: 2024-08-15
Genre:
ISBN: 1845846656

Aimed at amateur racers, this book will no doubt find its way onto the bookshelves of many professionals because of its no-nonsense direct approach to the use of data logging to improve the performance of both car and driver. It includes a buying guide to ensure that you buy a system that suits your present and future needs, and deals with installing and calibrating the system to give useful results. Contains practical advice that will minimize problems with the system, and It deals with strategies to extract the maximum amount of useful information to help mechanics, engineers and drivers. Reveals the secrets of the professionals: what is possible and what is worthwhile.

How to Power Tune Minis on a Small Budget - New Updated & Revised Edition

How to Power Tune Minis on a Small Budget - New Updated & Revised Edition
Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2013-12-10
Genre:
ISBN: 1845845870

Practical and clear information aimed at Mini owners who want to improve their cars performance without spending a huge amount of money. The modifications described relate to simply bolting-on the appropriate mix of (mainly standard) parts, then tuning the engine to the specifications given. Includes advice on gear ratios and uprating brakes.

Lotus Seven replicas & Caterham 7: 1973-2013

Lotus Seven replicas & Caterham 7: 1973-2013
Author: Rob Hawkins
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2020-01-22
Genre:
ISBN: 1787116956

Having this book in your pocket is like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Lotus/Caterham Seven experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

How to Power Tune Rover V8 Engines for Road & Track

How to Power Tune Rover V8 Engines for Road & Track
Author: Des hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 621
Release: 2015-03-10
Genre:
ISBN: 1845845501

A brand new title in the best-selling SpeedPro!" series.Covers 3.5, 3.9, 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines from 1967 to date.Maximum road or track performance & reliability for minimum money.The author is an engineer with much professional experience of building race engines.Suitable for the enthusiast as well as the more experienced mechanic.All the information is based on practical experience.

How To Power Tune Ford V8 - 221, 255, 260, 289, 302 & 351 cu in Smallblock engines for road and track

How To Power Tune Ford V8 - 221, 255, 260, 289, 302 & 351 cu in Smallblock engines for road and track
Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2014-01-07
Genre:
ISBN: 1845845994

The complete illustrated guide to building a powerful and reliable high performance Ford V8 smallblock engine for street or track use. Covers limitations of standard components, component modifications, component interchanges, blueprinting and professional build tips. All Des Hammills advice is based on many years of practical experience with these engines.

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines
Author: Tony E. Huntimer
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2005
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1932494030

How to Build Ford Restomod Street Machines shows you how to modify your vintage Ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as - if not better than - Detroit's best new high-performance cars. Don't subject your classic Ford to a life of garage time, trailer rides, outdated factory-original performance, and the occasional Sunday cruise - build it to run hard. Author Tony Huntimer uses over 300 photos to show you how to upgrade your engine, drivetrain, chassis, suspension, body, and interior to make your ride a stand-out performer using factory and aftermarket parts. He even covers many Ford-specific upgrades, including the Granada brake swap and the popular Shelby Mod.