Antique Cars and Motor Vehicles
Antique Cars and Motor Vehicles

Author: James Homans

Publisher:

Published: 2020-09

Total Pages: 664

ISBN-13: 9781592180554

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More than 500 detailed illustrations enhance this contemporary guide to the inner workings and mechanics of turn-of-the-century automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles. Released in 1911 as "Self-Propelled Vehicles: A Practical Treatise," James Homans' spectacular, all-encompassing book about the fascinating world of gas-powered, electric-powered, and steam-powered motor vehicles leaves no stone unturned in its celebration of the classic automobile. Classic car collectors, racers, and enthusiasts will enjoy this thorough look under the hood as Homans dissects every part of the "horseless carriage" from a unique and contemporary viewpoint that offers a keen insight into the bygone age of dramatic motoring. Antique Cars and Motor Vehicles spans more than 640 pages, immersing readers in a world of automotive history, vehicle parts, driving gears, steering, suspension, engines, exhaust, and even old fashioned American road signs. The hundreds of Images of cars, engines, parts, and mechanic operations are crisp and detailed, created by skilled master artists with a sharp eye for detail. It's everything that you ever wanted to know about classic motoring in a single, entertaining, and well-illustrated volume! This enhanced 2020 re-release features enlarged 7" x 10" pages that retain the original classic type font and page layouts, crisp, digitally re-scanned images, and a new retro cover design created to enhance your reading room and garage. Table of Contents: Chapter 1 - History of Self-Powered Vehicles Chapter 2 - The Make-Up of a Motor Carriage Chapter 3 - Compensation and Compensating Devices Chapter 4 - The Driving Car Chapter 5 - The Steering of a Motor Vehicle Chapter 6 - Combined Steering and Driving Chapter 7 - The Supports of a Motor Vehicle Chapter 8 - Motor Carriage Wheels Chapter 9 - Tires Chapter 10 - The Construction of Tires Chapter 11 - Pneumatic Tire Troubles Chapter 12 - Care of Pneumatic Tires Chapter 13 - Types and Merits of Automobiles Chapter 14 - The Theory of Heat Engines Chapter 15 - The Parts of a Gas Engine Chapter 16 - The Four-Cycle Gas Engine Chapter 17 - The Two-Cycle Gas Engine Chapter 18 - Compression and Expansion Chapter 19 - Efficiency in a Gas Engine Chapter 20 - Exhaust Chapter 21 - Water Cooling for the Cylinder Chapter 22 - Air Cooling for the Cylinder Chapter 23 - Power Elements of a Gas Engine Chapter 24 - Carburetors Chapter 25 - Ignition Chapter 26 - Balancing Gasoline Engines Chapter 27 - Governing and Control of a Gasoline Engine Chapter 28 - Clutches Chapter 29 - Transmissions Chapter 30 - Brakes Chapter 31 - Roller Bearings Chapter 32 - Lubricants Chapter 33 - Practical Operation of Gasoline Engines Chapter 34 - Motorcycles Chapter 35 - Steam Engines for Automobiles Chapter 36 - Boilers and Flash Generators

How to Buy, Maintain and Repair Classic Cars
How to Buy, Maintain and Repair Classic Cars

Author: Eike Nils Willner

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 486

ISBN-13: 9781008986480

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This book helps anyone confidently acquire their classic car and maintain, troubleshoot, and repair it. How to buy, maintain and repair classic cars is a comprehensive and illustrated +470 page "How to" guide which describes the process of buying your first classic car, how it functions, how to take care of it and how to do your diagnosis and repairs. Basic mechanical and electrical concepts, as well as tools and skills required, are explained. Over 200 of the most important car components, how they work and what can go wrong with it are thoroughly described. This includes simple illustrations and example pictures with clear and understandable language. This guide provides mechanical knowledge to help the reader talk intelligently with mechanics, understand repair manuals, and diagnose car problems. There are many practical guides and tips to save time and cost with the ownership of classic cars. The book is specifically oriented towards practicality and car-related maintenance, prevention, diagnosis and repair with simple means and no expensive analysers or professional garage equipment.

Classic Car Restoration Guide
Classic Car Restoration Guide

Author: Lindsay Porter

Publisher: Haynes Publications

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9781850108900

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This comprehensive guide will help you through the entire process, from engine repair to bodywork. Don't begin that restoration project without Porter's professional techniques.

The Operation, Care and Repair of Automobiles;
The Operation, Care and Repair of Automobiles;

Author: The Horseless Age

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781019916988

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This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of automobile maintenance and repair, including engine care, electrical systems, and body work. Written by the editors of The Horseless Age, a leading automotive publication, this book is essential for anyone interested in cars or working in the field of automotive repair. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Antique Car Restoration and Upkeep
Antique Car Restoration and Upkeep

Author: Leo Sutram

Publisher:

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781481179799

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An Antique car can be worth quite a bit of money to a collector if it has been carefully restored to its original condition. Therefore, during the entire process of overhaul, every bit and every part must be exact.Antique automobile restoration involves the process of disassembling the entire car, cleaning and either replacing or repairing the original parts and then reassembling the vehicle. In order for the car to maintain its original value, it must be restored with all of the proper parts. In most cases, the engine must be completely rebuilt.This will involve extensive searching to find genuine parts and paint for your car. It also requires extensive knowledge on body work, mechanical work and interior work of true antique car restoration.This book will provide the new antique car collector with a broad overview on some of the following:* Restoring vs. Rebuilding* Preparations for restoration work* Interior restoration * Body restoration* Mechanical restoration * Upkeep for your restored car Collecting antique cars and restoring them to their brand-new glory is a leisurely pursuit because, for one, it can cost a fortune to collect and restore these types of cars, and two, it can take a long time to complete restoration. But, it is a hobby that can give the avid antique car collector a sense of great pride especially when he gets to show off his car at prestigious car shows and it is admired by many who see it.

GM Cars, 1963-2000
GM Cars, 1963-2000

Author: Chilton Book Company

Publisher: Chilton Book Company

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781401851286

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Delmar Learning brings Chilton Automotive Repair Information into the 21st century with their new Chilton Total Car Care Consumer CD-ROMs. These CDs allow users to decide which specific car they will have access to from a selection of over 200 of the most popular vehicles on the road today. When users make their selection, they'll find that the CD provides TOTAL repair, maintenance, and service information for the vehicle that they choose. Each CD is now available in a retail-size box, ideal for storefront display! Based on actual teardowns, the information for each vehicle provides users of all levels with access to the most accurate, complete, and up-to-date mechanical repair instructions and specifications in an easy-to-use format. The search function in each CD makes it simple to find specific procedures - it even searches and lists every procedure that pertains to a specific component. Each disc includes a detailed and illustrated glossary and an easy-to-use table of contents, as well as the ability to make helpful notes for reference. Information is provided in simple step-by-step procedures for engine overhaul, chassis, electrical, drive train, suspension, and more. Hundreds of photos and illustrations support the repair procedures on each disc to simplify even the most complex job. The discs also include wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, and diagnostics, as well as maintenance and specification charts.