Auto Repair For Dummies

Auto Repair For Dummies

Author: Deanna Sclar

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2019-01-07

Total Pages: 857

ISBN-13: 1119543703

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Auto Repair For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543619) was previously published as Auto Repair For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9780764599026). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. The top-selling auto repair guide--400,000 copies sold--now extensively reorganized and updated Forty-eight percent of U.S. households perform at least some automobile maintenance on their own, with women now accounting for one third of this $34 billion automotive do-it-yourself market. For new or would-be do-it-yourself mechanics, this illustrated how-to guide has long been a must and now it's even better. A complete reorganization now puts relevant repair and maintenance information directly after each automotive system overview, making it much easier to find hands-on fix-it instructions. Author Deanna Sclar has updated systems and repair information throughout, eliminating discussions of carburetors and adding coverage of hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. She's also revised schedules for tune-ups and oil changes, included driving tips that can save on maintenance and repair costs, and added new advice on troubleshooting problems and determining when to call in a professional mechanic. For anyone who wants to save money on car repairs and maintenance, this book is the place to start. Deanna Sclar (Long Beach, CA), an acclaimed auto repair expert and consumer advocate, has contributed to the Los Angeles Times and has been interviewed on the Today show, NBC Nightly News, and other television programs.


How to Paint Your Car

How to Paint Your Car

Author: Dennis W. Parks

Publisher: Motorbooks

Published: 2013-06-15

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 161058757X

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How to Paint Your Car reveals the techniques, tricks, and technology behind automotive painting through 400 color photos, clear captions, detailed text, and step-by-step how-to sequences.You’ll learn the latestinformation about paint chemistry, waterborne paints, spray guns, body fillers, surface prep, site prep, as well as respirators and other safety gear that every automotive painter must know.With step-by-step detail, you’ll learn how to properly prepare your car for paint work, including minor bodywork, surface preparation, rust removal, masking, priming and final coating. How to Paint Your Car also includes information about custom touches and effects as well as how to care for your paint after application, including information on buffing compounds, waxes, and other care products.Everything you need to know to feel comfortable and confident in undertaking your own paint project, whether a touch-up job or a complete respray, is covered in How to Paint Your Car.


The Complete Guide to Auto Body Repair, 2nd Edition

The Complete Guide to Auto Body Repair, 2nd Edition

Author: Dennis Parks

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 2015-11-09

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 0760349452

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Step-by-step projects cover the latest information on panel adhesives, improved repair strategies, unibody vehicles, media blasting, panel overhaul and replacement, and tools and techniques for water-based paint products.


Automotive Paints and Coatings

Automotive Paints and Coatings

Author: Hans-Joachim Streitberger

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-09-08

Total Pages: 517

ISBN-13: 3527622381

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Now in its second edition and still the only book of its kind, this is an authoritative treatment of all stages of the coating process -- from body materials, paint shop design, and pre-treatment, through primer surfacers and top coats. New topics of interest covered are color control, specification and testing of coatings, as well as quality and supply concepts, while valuable information on capital and legislation aspects is given. Invaluable for engineers in the automotive and paints and coatings industry as well as for students in the field.


Auto Spray Paint Learning

Auto Spray Paint Learning

Author: Ryson Fernandes

Publisher:

Published: 2020-01-07

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 9781696509503

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I am writing this book especially for people like me who wanted to learn spray painting and for people who want to paint their own vehicles by themselves, as you know that there is very less knowledge about this topic in the Indian market.I have struggled a lot to get information about the painting, but actually, there is nobody who really wants to share anything about their skill.I finally managed to get some people to whom I paid to get useful information about spray painting and so I started with autospraypaintlearning.com to answer all the questions and problems which you are facing.In this book, I will share some of the important information which you will need to start off with the spray painting. If you follow instructions from this book for sure, you will be able to accomplish painting your vehicle flawlessly, and it will even improve your skills.Spray painting is not as easy as you think it is, if you are really interested in it then only you should jump further in this book.It is not just about spraying the paint, the more important part of painting is the preparation on the surface for painting, once you have prepared the surface well then only you can get good results, believe me even a slight flaw in your prep will show once you spray the paint. So the moral is you will need lots of patience while doing this, you will get errors, you will mess up somewhere, but that is the part of learning, if you mess up somewhere that doesn't mean that you will not be able to do it, I have messed up many times and I have learned well from it, believe me, this mess will make you a better painter.This guide will give you all the information that you will need to do basic bodywork like removing the dents, laying the primer, sanding the surface for painting and laying the clear coat.The major topic I want to discuss here is safety, most people neglect this topic and then finally end up in a hospital, and that is the end of their carrier. Make safety your first priority as you will be dealing with harmful chemicals here so make sure you protect your lungs and hands properly, always wear respiratory mask and gloves while handling paints, thinners, reducers, primers, hardeners, and clear coats etc. and of course, use your common sense.Preparing the body for painting is the most important stage in any paint job, if you did not prepare your body well then for sure that you will not get good results.This book can take you to the professional level if you follow each and everything from it carefully.It is a complete step by step guide on how to spray paint your bike, car or just anything else. The process is the same for everything, you just have to know the right process and paint like a professional.This book will cover topics on:*Safety *Tools you will need*Body preparation*Applying putty*Laying primers*Spray painting tips and tricks*Colour sanding and buffingThe simple Spray Painting Multimedia E-Book training EVER


How to Paint Your Car on a Budget

How to Paint Your Car on a Budget

Author: Pat Ganahl

Publisher: CarTech Inc

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1932494227

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If your car needs new paint, or even just a touch-up, the cost involved in hiring a professional can be more than you bargained for. Fortunately, there are less expensive alternatives---you can even paint your car at home! In How to Paint Your Car On A Budget, author and veteran DIY hot rodder Pat Ganahl unveils dozens of secrets that will help anyone paint their own car. From simple scuff-and-squirt jobs to fullon, door-jambs-and-everything paint jobs, Ganahl covers everything you need to know to get a great looking coat of paint on your car and save lots of money in the process. This book covers painting equipment, the ins and outs of prep, masking, painting and sanding products and techniques, and real-world advice on how to budget wisely when painting your own car. It's the most practical automotive painting book ever written!