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From automotive novice to expert, we’ve got books, videos, and software to educate and entertain. Our large selection of how-to manuals and videos will guide you through...
From automotive novice to expert, we’ve got books, videos, and software to educate and entertain. Our large selection of how-to manuals and videos will guide you through difficult projects with expert instruction from the biggest names in the industry. You can get software to outfit your virtual garage with a desktop dyno, turn some fast laps on a race simulator, or update your onboard electronic systems. When it’s time to unwind, we’ve got titles that chronicle the history, trends, superstars, and cars that have made the automotive hobby great.
From automotive novice to expert, we’ve got books, videos, and software to educate and entertain. Our large selection of how-to manuals and videos will guide you through difficult projects with expert instruction from the biggest names in the industry. You can get software to outfit your virtual garage with a desktop dyno, turn some fast laps on a race simulator, or update your onboard electronic systems. When it’s time to unwind, we’ve got titles that chronicle the history, trends, superstars, and cars that have made the automotive hobby great.
These Summit Racing™ drag racing log books can help you have a winning season by keeping track of performance, car settings, weather/track conditions, and expenses. Each log page can record 12 runs. The books contain product information and much more.
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Meet your performance goals now more than ever! In his book, David Vizard's "How to Super Tune and Modify Holley Carburetors," the author explains the science, the function, and the tuning expertise required to get your Holley carburetor to perform its best for your performance application. Whether it's used for street, strip, supercharging, or race applications, this book is an essential resource that no Holley carburetor owner should be without! It makes a great addition to any hot rodder's automotive library!
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Have you ever wanted to know how to rebuild a carburetor? Install car audio components? How about nitrous or superchargers? SA Design how-to and reference manuals have you covered with in-depth technical information and plenty of photos and illustrations.
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Now in paperback from SA Design, "Chevy Differentials: How to Rebuild the 10- and 12-Bolt" is a valuable reference tool for your Chevrolet rear-end. This step-by-step guide by author Jefferson Bryant walks you through the entire process of disassembling, evaluating the components, and rebuilding the perfect differential for your GM application. In this 144-page book, he shows all the up-to-date techniques for re-assembling the differential and axle. Maybe you're rejuvenating a salvage yard unit or installing an aftermarket 12-bolt assembly for extreme performance? "Chevy Differentials: How to Rebuild the 10- and 12-Bolt" delivers the essential information for success in gaining long service life and maximum performance.
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COMP Cams DeskTop Dynos offer more speed, more engine components, and improved accuracy. Designed for the serious engine enthusiast, the DeskTop Dyno simulation packages will evaluate custom cylinder heads, any cam timing, a wide range of bores and strokes, valve sizes, and connecting rod length and angularity. Plus, you can use an advanced compression ratio calculator, cam-math QuickCalculator, and even print multi-page dyno-test reports! If you want the most from your next engine buildup, use the DeskTop Dyno engine-dyno simulators. Have fun designing the "ultimate" street or all-out racing engine. What the DeskTop Dynos can do: * Build and test virtually any 4-cycle engine * Instantly switch between US and metric units * Find the best parts for street or racing applications * Easily select components--just point and click * Test alternate fuels and nitrous oxide injection * Auto-scaling power, torque, pressure curves * Display and print components and color graphs * Test carburetors/injection, stock and racing manifolds * View and print engine pressures, efficiencies * Use built-in advanced calculators (Cam, CR, Airflow) * Add pro features with optional advanced and ProTools kits Tune these key engine components: * Bore and stroke (short strokes now supported) * Number of cylinders * Intake and exhaust valve sizes * 1, 2, or 3 valves per port * Modify valve event timing, valve lift * New lobe acceleration analysis and modeling * Change lobe centerlines and durations * Intake/exhaust port design and modifications * Wedge, Canted, Hemi, and 4-valve heads * Improved flow-bench data modeling * Enter flow data to model any cylinder head * Up to 4,000 cfm peak induction flow * Any carburetor (multiple or single) or fuel injection * Intake manifold and exhaust systems * Compression ratio from 6:1 to 18:1 * Various fuels, including gasoline, methanol, more * Nitrous oxide with gasoline
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During the muscle car wars of the 1960s, Holley carburetors emerged as the carbs to have because of their easy-to-tune design, abundance of parts, and wide range of sizes. SA Design's "Holley Carburetors: How to Rebuild" guides you through each important stage of the Holley carb rebuilding process, so you have the best operating carburetor for a particular engine and application. In addition, author Mike Mavrigian explains carb identification—as well as idle; mid-range and high-speed circuit operation; specialty tools; and available parts. And, if desired, you can move to advanced levels of tuning and modifying these carbs. If you're looking for the one complete book that helps you quickly and expertly rebuild your Holley and get back on the road, this book is a vital addition to your performance library.
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This SA Design How to Rebuild the Small-Block Chevrolet is a newly updated and revised step-by-step workbench book that shows you how to build a street or racing small block Chevy in your own garage. It includes hundreds of photos and easy-to-read text that explain every procedure that a professional builder uses to assemble an engine from crankshaft to carburetor. Detailed sections show how to disassemble a used engine, inspect for signs of damage, select replacement parts, buy machine work, check critical component fit, and much more! Performance mods and upgrades are discussed along the way, so the manual meets the needs of all enthusiasts, from restorers to hot rodders. It is a must-have for every small block Chevy fan.
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This Workbench title: Ford Differentials, How to Rebuild the 8.8 and 9 Inch, provides detailed step-by-step photographs and information for rebuilding the 8.8 and 9 in. differentials with the best equipment, installing the gear sets, and converting to Posi-Traction for a variety of applications. It explains how to select the right differential hardware, bearings, seals, and other parts, as well as how to set ring and pinion backlash so that the rear-end operates at peak efficiency. The book has a how-to section for disassembling the rear-end, identifying worn ring and pinion gears, and other damage or wear. It also covers axle identification, inspecting and purchasing axles, differential teardown, ring pinion gear removal, drive axle choices, and more.
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At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt. How to Rebuild and Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions is the first-ever all-color rebuild and modify book on GM Turbo 400 transmissions. It will take readers through the complex rebuild procedure of GM's most popular rear-wheel drive automotive transmission, along with performance upgrade procedures in a series of full-color photos and time-saving tips as part of the buildup. Whether you're an amateur or professional, this book would be an excellent addition to your automotive library.
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SA Design How to Rebuild and Modify GM Turbo 350 Transmissions is a professional how-to guide. Although it's not quite the same heavy-duty performer as the Turbo 400, the Turbo 350 transmission is a fine, durable, and capable stout performer in its own right. Millions of GM cars and trucks have been built utilizing the Turbo 350 automatic transmission. These books will go through your step-by-step rebuild and performance upgrade procedures in a series of full-color photos. There will come a day when your old transmission will show signs of wear. At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt. When that day arrives for you, a SA Design How to Rebuild and Modify GM Turbo 350 Transmissions guide will help provide the crucial information you need to understand how the power gets from your engine to the road.
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Eat Sleep Race and Fast Kids Club presents the Future Race Car Drivers book box starter set. It includes three award-winning board books: * ABC Book For Future Race Car Drivers * 123 Count with Car Parts Book * Colors Book For Future Race Car Drivers Teach your child the ABC's, 123s, and colors—and encourage learning with auto related illustrations! Make learning fun all while getting your little speedster ready to help you wrench under the hood! These board books are rugged, and the simple point-and-say layout will build knowledge and confidence in children with repetition. A perfect set for parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, and anyone with young kids who can't wait to put the pedal to the metal! A bonus 4 in. x 4 in. Future Racer on Board Car decal is also included.
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Muncie 4-speeds need rebuilding after many miles of service and extreme use. Transmission expert and veteran author Paul Cangialosi guides you through each crucial stage of this process in his instructional paperback: "Muncie 4-Speed Transmissions: How to Rebuild and Modify." Comprehensive ID information is provided, so you can positively identify the cases, shafts, and related parts. This informative SA Design reference book also discusses available models, parts options, and gearbox cases—showing you how to completely disassemble the gearbox, identify both wear and damage, select the best parts, and complete the rebuild. Get your copy and use it—no other book goes into as much detail!
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Let's face it--designing the engine to work as a system of related components is no simple task. All of the parts within any engine are designed and engineered using the appropriate mathematics to function efficiently and be durable. This insightful book, Performance Automotive Engine Math, will escort readers through the complete engine, showcasing the methodology required to define each specific parameter. It also shows how to translate the engineering math into the hard measurements reflected in various engine parts. Whether you're a budding engine enthusiast or a professional builder, this book is a must!
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This course will teach you a step-by-step tuning process for Gen III/Gen IV GM vehicles with the following vehicle modifications: bolt-ons, heads/cam and forced induction. You can tune with confidence knowing that we have developed a safe, effective and repeatable process for you to follow. Topics include: * The basics of how to use the HP Tuners software * What tables need to be changed for your tuning needs * What the tables mean, how to understand them and how to adjust them properly for your vehicle modifications * The correct order of tuning, such as when to adjust fuel, spark, etc. * Separate guide for MAF and VE tuning (covers Virtual VE) * 4-speed Automatic Tuning Guide * Learn a safe and effective repeatable process that you can use over and over again for three different vehicle modification types: * Bolt-ons * Heads/Cam * Forced Induction
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SA Design's How to Rebuild and Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors is a complete guide to selecting, rebuilding, and modifying the Q-Jet and is aimed at both musclecar restorers and racers. It includes a history of the Q-Jet, an explanation of how the carb works, tips on selecting and finding the right carb, instructions on how to rebuild the carb, and extensive descriptions of high performance modifications that will help anyone with a Q-Jet car to crush the competition.
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SA Design Chrysler Torqueflite A-904 & A-727 Transmissions: How to Rebuild will give you the know how to make your transmission operate as smoothly as it did when it drove off the showroom floor. Author Tom Hand shares his decades of experience rebuilding TorqueFlite transmissions with chapters dedicated to troubleshooting, disassembly and reassembly, performance modifications, post-installation procedures, and the most thorough source guide offered in print, ever. The A-904 and A-727, debuting in 1960 and 1962, respectively, are 3-speed automatic Chrysler TorqueFlite transmissions. In Mopar circles, they have become synonymous with strength, durability, and performance. In fact, 43 years after its first application, A-904s were still found in the Jeep lineup! While TorqueFlites are known for their dependability, many have endured a tremendous amount of abuse over 50-plus years when hooked up to V-8 Mopar powerplants. This book will keep money in your pocket and add experience to your resume, but more importantly, it will help you get your Mopar back on the road!
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The C4 and C6 transmissions remain incredibly popular with enthusiasts, racers, and restorers alike due to their simplicity, strength, and low cost. Rebuilding either of these transmissions isn't overly difficult, but does require great care, specialized tools, and proper procedures in order to get it done right. In this book, "How to Rebuild and Modify Ford C4 and C6 Automatic Transmissions," author George Reid walks readers through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission from the vehicle—to complete disassembly and cleaning, careful reassembly, proper re-installation, and road testing. Each chapter contains special notes, sidebars, and technical tips to assist the reader at every step in the process.
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"Grounding and Bonding for the Radio Amateur, 2nd Edition" shows you how to make sure your station follows current standards for lightning protection and communication systems. You'll learn effective grounding and bonding techniques for home stations (including condos and apartments), portable and mobile stations, towers, and outdoor antennas. Proper station grounding is important! Build your ham radio station with these effective grounding and bonding techniques: * AC safety: Protect against shock hazards from AC-powered equipment by providing a safe path for current when a fault in wiring or insulation occurs * Lightning protection: Keep all equipment at the same voltage during transients from lightning, and dissipate the lightning's charge in the earth, away from equipment * RF management: Prevent unwanted RF currents and voltages (also known as RF interference or RFI) from disrupting the normal functions of equipment Learn how to install an effective and safe grounding system for your station from QST Contributing Editor, H. Ward Silver, N0AX. Order "Grounding and Bonding for the Radio Amateur, 2nd Edition" from DX Engineering.
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In the book: High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains: Theory, Technology, and Selection, Billy Godbold, farm kid-turned-physicist, combines his quarter-century of experience with valvetrains at Comp Cams, Lunati, Crane Cams, and Edelbrock. He also provides insight on the techniques he uses with professional teams in NASCAR, NHRA, road racing, dirt track racing, offshore racing, and land speed racing, guiding you to think about any valvetrain system with his perspective. Often lighthearted and filled with analogies, this book endeavors to make complex concepts easy to understand without ever watering down important details. Specific configurations and applications are also covered, providing techniques and examples for optimizing camshafts and the valvetrain around intakes, headers, superchargers, turbochargers, carburetors, fuels, and modern EFI applications. If you are planning or building a classic hot rod, modern performance LS, Hemi, Coyote, or Godzilla, or competition engine for road racing, circle track, or drag racing, practical details show you how any valvetrain system should be modified to extract the most from every component and help you achieve your unique goals.
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Make learning numbers and counting fun for your future racer with this 1-2-3 Count with Car Parts book! This 28 page book with hardbound cover is designed with a simple point-and-say layout that encourages teaching your youngster to count by using animated pictures of car parts and other auto related illustrations, building their knowledge and confidence with repetition.
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SA Design's How to Build Max-Performance Chevy Small Blocks on a Budget is a realistic "low-buck" approach to building serious horsepower. Author David Vizard, a highly regarded engine builder and technical writer, turns his attention to the ins and outs of building serious-horsepower small block Chevy engines on a budget (would you believe 600 hp for about $3,000?). Included are details of factory part numbers, easy do-it-yourself cylinder head modifications, inexpensive but effective aftermarket parts, 10 best engine combos for the buck, and more.
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Holley carbs have been around forever; however, some enthusiasts are not yet up to speed with tuning and rebuilding these old-style fuel mixers. Whether you're a carb rookie or an experienced enthusiast, you can tune, repair, and select the proper carb for your vehicle with HP Books' Holley Model 4150 & 4160 Carburetor handbook.
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The SA Design How to Rebuild and Modify Carter/Edelbrock Carburetors manual reflects upon the emergence of Edelbrock carburetors as the predominant Carter-style carburetors in the market today. A revision of the best-selling Super Tuning and Modifying Carter Carburetors, this book contains more than 300 photos, illustrations, and diagrams covering rebuilding, tuning, and modifying Carter and Edelbrock carburetors. This book also features the history of Carter as well as the history of the AFB and the AVS since their purchase by Edelbrock. Author David Emanuel outlines carburetor types, gives a thorough look at carb selection and function, and offers detailed information on modifying, tuning, and rebuilding Carter/Edelbrock carburetors.
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Whether you're a first-time engine builder or a seasoned professional, SA Design's How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford is the essential guide to rebuilding your small-block Ford engine. The Workbench© format walks you step by step through a rebuild, including: Planning your Rebuild; Disassembly and Inspection; Choosing the Right Parts; Machine Work; Assembling your Engine; and First Firing and Break-In. Also provides helpful hints and tips on performance upgrades, including cams, heads, ignition, induction, and more. It also points out problem areas to watch for, professional builder tips, jobs that need special care or special tools, and more.
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