Performance Fuel Injection Systems HP1557

Author: Matt Cramer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101189088
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 485

Book Description
A practical guide to modifying and tuning modern electronic fuel injection (EFI) systems, including engine control units (ECUs). The book starts out with plenty of foundational topics on wiring, fuel systems, sensors, different types of ignition systems, and other topics to help ensure the reader understands how EFI Systems work. Next the book builds on that foundation, helping the reader to understand the different options available: Re-tuning factory ECUs, add on piggyback computers, or all out standalone engine management systems. Next Matt and Jerry help the reader to understand how to configure a Standalone EMS, get the engine started, prep for tuning, and tune the engine for maximum power and drivability. Also covered is advice on tuning other functions-- acceleration enrichments, closed loop fuel correction, and more. Finally, the book ends with a number of case studies highlighting different vehicles and the EMS solutions that were chosen for each, helping to bring it all together with a heavy emphasis on how you can practically approach your projects and make them successful!

Ford Windsor Small-Block Performance HP1558

Author: Isaac Martin
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101443766
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 535

Book Description
This completely revised and updated edition of HP's bestselling book on how to build high performance 5.0/5.8L Ford small-block engines-the second most popular engine modified in the aftermarket-contains five new chapters on the latest technology for modifying the cylinder block, heads, camshafts, valvetrain, exhaust systems, and more.

Classic Mustang HP1556

Author: Editors of Mustang Monthly Magazine
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101478691
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 224

Book Description
This is a compilation of more than 50 restoration and maintenance projects for Mustangs built from 1964 through 1973, the most popular collectible Mustangs. Includes how-to projects on engine and drivetrain, electrical, body-work, interior, chassis and suspension.

Plasma Cutting Handbook HP1569

Author: Eddie Paul
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101545704
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 420

Book Description
The famed movie-car builder explains how to use a plasma cutter for custom metal fabrication. Includes basic, advanced, and CNC cutting procedures as well as how to draft and design components for racing and custom-car building. It discusses safety procedures, troubleshooting, and professional tips, and includes examples from Eddie Paul's world- famous custom shop.

How to Build Small-Block Ford Racing Engines HP1536

Author: Tom Monroe
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101188006
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 539

Book Description
This guide for building a race-winning Ford engine includes chapters on parts and engines, cylinder block, cylinder heads, bottom-end modifications, exhaust systems, cooling systems, final engine assembly, dyno-tested performance combinations and more.

Advanced Race Car Chassis Technology HP1562

Author: Bob Bolles
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101444770
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 449

Book Description
This book details how to design, build, and setup the chassis and suspension for road race and stock cars. Includes chassis dynamics, spring and shock theory, front and rear suspension geometry, real world racing aerodynamics, steering systems, racing chassis software and all you need to know to set you chassis up to win races.

Engine Airflow HP1537

Author: Harold Bettes
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101188588
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
This informative, fully illustrated handbook includes basic discussion on the science of engine airflow and relationships, how flowbenches work, testing individual engine components, how to analyze the data, calibration issues, intake and exhaust tuning, engine formulas, and putting it all together for maximum performance.

Baja Bugs & Buggies

Author: Jeff Hibbard
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780895861863
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 62

Book Description
Prepping & Racing Bugs & Buggies The VW Beetle is uniquely suited for off-road use. Its torsion-arm front suspension and lightweight engine and transaxle make it natural. It you didn’t know better, you’d think Dr. Ferdinand Porsche designed the Beetle to race the Baja. Veteran off-road racer, Jeff Hibbard, details the do’s and don’ts of off-road preparation. Whether you build your car for recreation or full-race, this book has a plan for you. Avoid building a cosmetic off-road car. Learn what breaks and how to prevent it from breaking. Learn how to spend your off-road dollars wisely. This book is a must for sedan and buggy off-roaders alike!

The Electric Vehicle Conversion Handbook HP1568

Author: Mark Warner
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101515791
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 409

Book Description
A guide on how to convert any gas- or diesel-powered vehicle to electric power. Includes ownership advantages, basic EV operation, subsystems, components, basic EV operation, project vehicles, and conversion kits.

Pro Paint & Body HP1563

Author: Jim Richardson
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101478578
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 159

Book Description
This is a revised and updated edition of one of the bestselling paint handbooks in the industry. It includes current information on HVLP paint guns and equipment and waterborne paint technology. It also has sections on hammer and dolly, paintless dent removal, patching panels, spray guns and compressors, paint prep, shooting paint, color sanding, plastic bumper repair, and custom paint tips and tricks.