Download or read book How to Buy Maintain and Repair Classic Cars written by Eike Nils Willner and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-18 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book How to Restore Classic Car Bodywork written by Martin Thaddeus and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable guide for the home restorer. Coverage includes: tools; panel removal/fitting; sectional repairs; sills, floors and outriggers; chassis members; multiple panel assemblies; metal forming techniques; tricks of the trade, and much, much more.

Download or read book Restoring Collector Cars written by Tom Benford and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do-it-yourself car restorer Tom Benford walks readers through everything they need to know about finding classic cars, assessing their value, finding parts, deciding on replacement parts versus originals, and estimating completion time. From setting up the workshop to putting the finishing touches on the final coat of wax, this guide offers tips and step-by-step instructions for repairing everything from brake pads to door dings.

Download or read book Antique Car Restoration and Upkeep written by Leo Sutram and published by . This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Classic Car Restoration Guide written by Lindsay Porter and published by Haynes Publications. This book was released on 1994 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Car Buying Classic Car Restoration and Car Care written by Zack Keever and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-03-13 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★★ Buy the Paperback version of this book and get the eBook version included for FREE ★★ When anyone has the intention of buying a new car, there is certainly a lot of desire to go through with the purchase as soon as possible in order to start having fun with the car. However, it is important to take a step back and to go into the whole process of buying a car with the right knowledge in order to not fall prey to the sleazy salesmen who are more interested in closing the deal as opposed to the best interest of the customer. Even after the car is purchased, there are lots of things that have to be taken into consideration so that the car doesn't end up being more trouble than it's worth due to the car not working appropriately during inopportune times or due to spending way too much on the gas. However, by having the right knowledge from the start, you can see to it that your car remains in its best shape for as long as possible. You can expect to learn about: -How to inspect a car before buying -How not to fall for tricks of the salespeople -How to look after the restored car -How to save on fuel -How to spend less on servicing -How to take care of the car through the seasons Books included: -Car Buying Guide: Save Time and Money By Learning How to Find the Best Car Buying Opportunity and Negotiate the Best Price While Avoiding the Car Dealer's Attempts to Get the Most Money Out of You -Classic Car Restoration: A Beginner's Guide to Restoring Vintage Cars to Their Original Condition -Car Care: Learn How to Take Care of Your Car to Keep It in Tip-Top Condition for as Long as Possible While also Reducing the Bills Considerably vThe earlier you know how to look after your car and how to buy the new car properly, the more money and time and mental energy you will be saving since you won't have to commit mistakes. It's always better to learn from other people's mistakes when that is an option. If you are ready to learn how to be one satisfied car owner, then scrolling over to the BUY button and clicking it is the first step towards that.

Download or read book Classic Car Restoration Tips written by Konstantin Busch and published by epubli. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perhaps you feel an entire car restoration seems too daunting a task to even think about. This book, however, will teach you how to go about this project in easy steps. While restoring a car is not a simple project, it is not difficult if you take it in steps. This is the perfect book for you to learn which steps to take when restoring a classic car as well as practical tips on the restoration process. If you have always loved cars and dreamed of one day bringing an old car back to life by restoration, "Vintage Cars – Restoration Tips From A Classic Car Junkie," can teach you the right way to go about living that dream by getting you started and keeping you motivated in a car renovation project. If you want to learn what you will need to have, know and practical tips on restoring a classic car as well as valuable information as far as websites and clubs that you can join to have a venue for displaying your car as well as meeting others who can help you in your pursuits, you need to read this eBook. 1) Learn The Difference Between Repair and Restoration Repairing a car is quite different from restoring a classic car. Repairs are made all the time on cars, this is not a restoration. There is not only a difference in repairing and restoration, but there is also a vast difference in the types of restoration. Here you can discover the different types of restoration for cars as well as the difference between simply repairing a car and actually restoring it. In "Vintage Cars – Restoration Tips From A Classic Car Junkie," you will have all of the information you need to get started on a successful restoration project. 2) Learn How To Do It Vintage Cars – Restoration Tips From A Classic Car Junkie" will not only give you easy to understand details of what you need to restore your car, but also how to find he products and parts that you will need as well as step by step instructions on the process of class car restoration.

Download or read book How to Restore Your Collector Car written by Tom Brownell and published by MotorBooks International. This book was released on 2009 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book How to Restore Classic Car Interiors written by and published by Veloce Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with restoration know-how on all kinds of interior fittings in your classic car: carpets, headlinings, seats, wood and synthetic material parts, instruments, steering wheels: even how to succeed in making your radio sound just like new! Includes reproduction of parts on a 3D printer.

Download or read book Antique Cars and Motor Vehicles written by James Homans and published by . This book was released on 2020-09 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Download or read book Classic Car Restoration Journal Documentation Log written by Arisa Williams and published by Create Your Own Auto Show Book. This book was released on 2019-02-09 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Document every step of your classic car's journey. Fill this book with notes and pictures of your restoration project. Record the car's important details: make, model, body style, VIN, plates, date of purchase and restoration. Main subject groups covered in this restore log are: Day One, Disassembly, Body Work, Engine, Rebuild, First Test Drive. The book has blank, fill in pages that will cover the disassembly steps from removing interiors to powder coating. Many pages for body work from stripping to painting. There is a section that will cover the engine's modifications and improvements. The rebuild can be recorded with pages covering all parts of the process including the brakes, fuel system, suspension, interior upgrades, refits and more. Add part details, upgrade specifications, and photographs in this beautiful book with color, red and grey interior pages. Perfect as a log or manual of the parts and processes used in the restore. The handsome pages make it perfect for display at home or as a car show display book. Start documenting your restoration project today!

Download or read book Antique Cars and Motor Vehicles Illustrated Guide to Operation Maintenance and Repair Platinum Edition written by James Homans and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Antique and Classic Cars Their Maintenance and Operation written by Richard C. Wheatley and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two English experts write a companion volume to their book, "The restoration of antique and classic cars."

Download or read book How to Make Your Car Last Forever written by Thomas Torbjornsen and published by Motorbooks. This book was released on 2010-10-03 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many people, a well-maintained automobile is a source of pride and peace of mind. But for others, the idea of routine maintenance is daunting. How to Make Your Car Last Forever will guide you through the minefield of preventative maintenance, repair, extended warranties, and magic elixirs that claim to cure everything from oil consumption to male-pattern baldness! Author, car repair expert, and host of satellite radio show America's Car Show with Tom Torbjornsen, Tom Torbjornsen has seen it all in his 40 years in the automobile industry. Let him show you how to extend the life of your car indefinitely. In How to Make Your Car Last Forever, he explains the what, when, and why's of automotive maintenance and repairs in easy-to-understand terms. Simple how-to projects supplement the learning with step-by-step instructions that will save you time and money. While you may not want your car to last forever, Torbjornsen's advice will help you preserve it indefinitely while maximizing resale value down the road. Preventative maintenance is the key to the automotive fountain of youth. Let Tom Torbjornsen show you the way!

Download or read book Classic Car Electrics written by Martin Thaddeus and published by Veloce Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic car electrical systems are notoriously idiosyncratic, temperamental, and difficult to work with, but a key to keeping an older vehicle on the road is correct and regular maintenance of the electrics. Classic Car Electrics contains extensive and fully illustrated information for the classic enthusiast who wishes to service, repair or upgrade their car. The combination of the basics of how and why things work, all in plain language, along with extensive color photos and diagrams means that, with some basic tools, a little common sense, and this guide, you'll be able to tackle pretty much any electrical problem in your classic car.

Download or read book Classic Car Maintenance Log Book written by Robyn Hawkins and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-15 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a Classic Car Maintenance Log Book for anyone that wants to keep track of all the maintenance work and repairs that's done on their vehicle amongst many other things. This book is perfect for anyone that owns a Classic Car so you can keep track of any work that has been done and any maintenance that needs to be completed. Whether you own a Porsche, Lancia, MG, Mercedes-Benz, Bentley, Volkswagen, Westfield or any other make and model of Classic Car, it will also help if you decide to sell your vehicle as you will have a record of all the work that has been carried out with dates and costs. This vehicle service record book would make the perfect gift for the classic and vintage car enthusiast who owns their very own piece of history that wants to keep their pride and joy in tip-top condition. This Classic Car Maintenance Log Book has been designed to be as helpful as possible by providing guidance and space to include the following information: Inside the front cover is space for owner and vehicle details There is a page dedicated to items that have a serial number and their service intervals Space to record all the Spare Parts, part numbers, places to buy and costs that are needed on your individual van. The main part of the book has been designed to list the Maintenance and Repair work that's needed (with space to record 500 jobs over 25 double pages). This allows you to note down a job that needs doing or an issue that needs fixing as soon as you spot it and then go back to when you have the time to complete it. Keep track of the date the job was spotted and recorded, a description of the issue, if it was a repair or maintenance item, when it was completed, who did it and space to record any relevant comments ie Temporary repair done, book in yard to fix / replace item or price of parts etc - whatever will be helpful to you! Keep a record of all the jobs that need doing when she is next scheduled for a visit to the garage so you can start getting and recording quotes for the work that needs doing. Space for comments and when the work was completed also Fuel log pages to keep track of fuel usage, cost and engine hours An Upgrades wish list (so you know what to put on your Christmas List!) Useful Contacts Drawing Space to draw diagrams Notes Pages The book is 8 inches by 10 inches, paperback with a glossy cover and good quality paper. See what other books we have available on Amazon by searching for 'Red Panda Publishing'.

Download or read book Guide to Restoring and Maintaining Your Car PART ONE AUTORX MECHANIC AUS written by AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS and published by AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: wear and tear, requiring regular maintenance and occasional repairs. Introducing AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS, the ultimate guide to restoring and maintaining your car. Whether you're a seasoned car enthusiast or a beginner looking to delve into the world of automotive care, this comprehensive guide has got you covered. Featuring step-by-step instructions and expert tips, AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS provides you with the knowledge and skills to keep your car in top shape. From routine tasks such as oil changes and tire rotations to more advanced repairs like engine diagnostics and electrical troubleshooting, this guide empowers you to take control of your vehicle's maintenance. With its user-friendly format and detailed illustrations, AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS makes it easy to understand even the most complex automotive concepts. You'll learn about different car components, their functions, and how to identify and fix common issues. Not only does AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS equip you with the know-how to save money on costly repairs, but it also helps you gain a deeper appreciation for the inner workings of your car. Discover the joy of being a hands-on car owner as you confidently tackle maintenance tasks and witness the transformation of your vehicle. Don't let car maintenance intimidate you anymore. Get your hands on AUTORX_MECHANIC_AUS and become the master of your automotive destiny. Your car deserves the best care, and with this guide by your side, you'll be able to provide it with just that. Follow us on Facebook and youtube