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OK85ZX: (2007-05-24 10:20:05)
One of the things that I like to do over the summer in my spare time, is dig through my automotive library and re-read through books that I consider have a ton of very useful information. Below I'm going to list a few favorites from my collection. I'd like for everyone to add books that they feel are great reads as well, so that in case anyone is interested in new reading material ( I know I'm always looking for new auto books ) they can have some idea as to what other car guys can attest to. Maybe if enough people chime in we can get a sticky or a dedicated page for future reference.
In no specific order:
How to Tune and Modify Engine Management System by Jeff Hartman
Maximum Boost by Corky Bell
How to Build, Modify & Power Tune Cylinder Heads by Peter Burgess and David Gollan
High-Performance Handling Handbook by Don Alexander
Forced Induction Performance Tuning A Practical Guide to Supercharging and Turbocharging by A. Bell
Speed Secrets: Professional Race Driving Techniques by Ross Bentley
And a new one I'm currently working on, but not necessarily automotive only related
Performance Welding Handbook by Richard Finch
Also, I just wanted to say that out of all of the books in the "Motorbooks Workshop" series that I've read, I would recommend any book in the entire series. From what I've seen, they are all great quality, have great/indepth explanations including pictures, and always feature projects and commentary by big names in the business.
Firehawk: (2007-05-24 10:30:31)
Thanks for sharing. Good info is always, well, good. :-D
NissanEgg: (2007-05-24 16:31:43)
What about the 2 books, "How to Rebuild Your Datsun OHC Engine" and "How to Modify Your Datsun/Nissan OHC Engine"? Both books are very in depth, and are geared to the L-series and hits on the Naps-Z motors. But the info the books can be used for practically any motor setup.
Domdogg123: (2007-05-25 05:32:56)
I know a good book for you OK85ZX: How to Build an Engine to Last More than 6 Months by Youare Anidiot.
OK85ZX: (2007-05-25 07:03:01)
Oh that's funny Dom, I found a good one for you too!
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OK85ZX: (2007-05-26 22:31:44)
Noone has anything to add?
G-E: (2007-05-27 10:56:30)
there's another couple I think they are "turbocharged!" and "supercharged!" by the a. bell guy (I believe)
I read one of them long ago
RobP3ZXT: (2007-05-28 18:43:51)
I'm a pretty big fan of A tale of Two Cities, it's all about how to build and modify a french guillotine, pretty in depth stuff [archived image: biggrin.png]
I've read maximum boost, and enjoyed it, but I havn't done much searching as far as published works go, I enjoy my forums and manuals.
Jason84NA2T: (2007-06-01 20:33:27)
all of those books are great, having read the first 4 of them myself.
I would also add:
How to Make Your Car Handle by Fred Puhn - GREAT intro book.
How to Modify Your Nissan/Datsun OHC Engine by Frank Honsowetz
Secrets of Solo Racing: Expert Techniques for Autocrossing and Time Trials by Henry A. Watts
Az4u2c: (2007-10-31 19:35:08)
I thought i should mention: Professional Race Driving Techniques, Ross Bentley, was fantastic. It covers a lot of info. I was less impressed High-Performance Handling Handbook. It was a great book, but is very introductory, great for those who have done little or no prior reading on the suspension subject.
I'm ordering two more books tonight. Forced Induction Performance Tuning , and on a [much] broader subject "The Universe In A Nutshell" by Stephen Hawkings.
Amazon is great :-)
Nismofreak: (2008-06-18 01:05:30)
Just finished "How to Tune and Modify Engine Management Systems" myself, very good book, tons of info, simple breakdowns of equations and theories. Not only does Jeff tell you what you're doing, but he tells you why you're doing it and what happens if you don't.
Maximum Boost is also a fairly good read. Has been, is, and always will be the Turbo Bible. It is a little outdated however, a few problems the book has addressed can be solved with today's technologies.
OT: By the way OK85ZX, I'm the guy with the black '87T that just moved in next door to Mark with the '93 Vert. Denno if he's told you about me, but I'd love to poke around your car one of these days.
dirty31: (2008-11-13 18:48:54)
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And no you don't need an engineering degree to comprehend 99% of this book.
ArnZ: (2009-01-03 02:50:33)
Also for L series HOW TO HOTROD & RACE YOUR DATSUN 510, 610, 240Z by Bob Waar
Careless: (2009-02-13 09:42:26)
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Racinjitter: (2009-12-12 01:12:59)
Here is a good website for quick learning about turbochargers and how to figure out how much air your turbo can support. http://www.turbobygarrett.com/turbobyga … enter.html
modemeaglez31: (2009-12-12 02:23:27)
A few great books I have.
"Power Secrets" by Smokey Yunick
Very good information based on his racing experience.
"Supercharging, Turbocharging, & Nitrous Oxide" by Earl Davis and Diane Perkins-Davis
Less info then "Maximum Boost" but still a good read.
"How to build high-performance ignition systems" by Todd Ryden
Good info on the principals of all styles of ignition systems.
"How to build Horsepower Volume 1" by David Vizard.
Similar information as "Power Secrets" but still good.
And for the funniest book in my collection that I read when I need a good laugh…
"Sport Compact Performance" by Haynes Extreme Customizing
Its amazing how just changing the color of your plug wires can make cruising at 65 feel like 90.
Jester: (2011-03-27 22:31:14)
I know this is a old thread, but, to keep from over loading the board with useless crap, I am in search of a VG Performance book similar to the Honsowetz book for the OHC Datsun L. Anyone have a suggestion?
Thanks
Jes
Kingman: (2011-03-28 01:22:23)
Maximum Boost is an awesome read!
1sikz: (2013-10-04 22:25:12)