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Engineer to Win: Racing Car Materials Technology |
| By Carroll Smith, 1984, 279 Pages |
| As the state-of-the-art word about racing materials technology and other important automotive subjects, this book strives to help you create a winning, reliable, racing program. Written by a world renowned racing guru, the author draws on his extensive racing and aerospace experience to deliver both an enjoyable and informative reference. Covering everything from nuts and bolts to advanced composite materials, the book's recommendations are down-to-earth, practical, and designed to achieve results. |
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New Directions in Race Car Aerodynamics: Designing for Speed |
| By Joseph Katz, 1995, 270 Pages |
| This detailed guide summarizes the secrets of the rapidly developing field of high-speed vehicle design, providing clear explanations for both engineers who want too improve their design skills and enthusiasts who simply want to understand how their favorite race cars go fast. Featured are chapters on how aerodynamics win races, tools of the trade, designing airfoils and wings, real-world examples, and rich discussions of concepts, equations, and terms. Written by a professor of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics with over 15 years of aerodynamic development in competitive motorsports. |
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Chassis Engineering: Design, Building & Tuning |
| By Herb Adams, 1993, 133 Pages |
| In this book, chassis expert Herb Adams clearly explains the complex principles of suspension geometry and chassis design in terms the novice can easily understand and apply to any project. Hundreds of photos and illustrations offer the information on what it takes to design, build, and tune the ultimate chassis for maximum cornering power, both on and off the track. |
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Paint & Body Handbook: Newly Revised and Updated Edition |
| By Don Taylor & Larry Hofer, 1984, 144 Pages |
| This easy-to-read text features over 450 illustrations that explain how to repair fiberglass and aluminum, repair dents and rust, replace panels, perform sectioning, use lead and plastic filler, weld patches and panels, shape sheet metal, perform spot repairs and color matching, prepare the surface for final paint, choose paint supplies and equipment, and apply top coats, graphics, and pinstrips. This book also features a full-color troubleshooting guide to help you avoid and correct paint problems including blistering, bleeding, orange peel, and more. |
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How to Chop Tops: Rods, Customs, Trucks, Race Cars & More |
| By Tex Smith, 2003, 225 Pages |
| The art of chopping tops to make custom cars or street rods is one that is often shrouded in mystery. In this book, customizer Tex Smith takes you inside this process and presents it as something even the amateur car enthusiast can do. In addition to the step-by-step guide, this book also includes over 50 examples of cars and trucks that have been chopped to produce a stunning new look. |
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How to Build Fiberglass Hot Rods, Customs & Kit Cars |
| By Leroi Tex Smith, 1994, 199 Pages |
| This book is a great guide for anyone considering a full scale project. It includes plenty of pictures and descriptions of mock-ups, plugs, male and female molds, and the parts produced in them. Written with a voice of personal experience, the author also includes a fitting discussion of ready-made car components. |
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Classic Car Restorer's Handbook: Tips & Techniques |
| By Jim Richardson, 1994, 166 Pages |
| This book is designed to help the do-it-yourself restorer avoid common problems such as costly mistakes and wasted materials. Featuring step-by-step techniques, this guide offers advice on all facets of restoring a classic including how to: rebuild an engine, apply paint, replace upholstery, repair fuel tanks, overhaul brakes, rebuild carburetors, and much more. All information is general enough to be used for any project, regardless of car make or model year. |
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