Good Book? please...
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Good Book? please...
Anyone have an opinion on a good general knowledge book for auto mechanics??
I know many of you out there know all this stuff from years of tinkering. But I have not had much experience but need to learn. I have a "Chilton Guide" but am looking for more of a general auto mechanic book for the older engines.
You can see in my sig. that I am interested old iron, but in the past I have not had the time or knowledge to do much of the work myself. So I have always just taken it to someone (the falcon). Now I have a little more time AND more toys! HOPEFULLY, with some help from this board and some suggestions for "study" guides I can start learning.
There are are number of them at book stores and on the web, would be great to get some suggestions from some of you guy's.
Thanks
Guy
I know many of you out there know all this stuff from years of tinkering. But I have not had much experience but need to learn. I have a "Chilton Guide" but am looking for more of a general auto mechanic book for the older engines.
You can see in my sig. that I am interested old iron, but in the past I have not had the time or knowledge to do much of the work myself. So I have always just taken it to someone (the falcon). Now I have a little more time AND more toys! HOPEFULLY, with some help from this board and some suggestions for "study" guides I can start learning.
There are are number of them at book stores and on the web, would be great to get some suggestions from some of you guy's.
Thanks
Guy
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You can call the Ford motor company in Michigan - (call information). They have 2 companies that they sold their shop manuals, and all types of literature. They have the originals and reproduction manuals (parts,shop,etc). I picked up the original shop manual for my 1964 F00 and for my brother in laws F600 1969 if I remember correctly. I have a number I believe is it _- Classwic motor books (1800) 826-6600 and also have another number for historical info - (1800) 392-3673. Hope this helps.
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For general automotive I suggest:
Auto Fundamentals by Martin Stockel
The original book was published in the 60's but is revised about every three to five years. I currently have the 2000 version. It has everything the beginner and intermediate should know without getting into specific engines.
The book is very broad covering things like;
- Diesels
- The Wankel engine
- Emissions
- Fuel Injection
- Steering
- Wheel Alignment
- HVAC
- Charging systems
- Auto Trans
- As well as about 20 other topics
The book uses a wide range of engines such as Fords, Mopar, Toyota, BMW, Jag... Unlike other books I have read that almost exclusively use the Chevy.
Seriously even the more advanced gear heads would get a lot out of this book.
I can give more info I you need it.
JJ
P.S. The book covers everything from old flatheads, to inlines, to V8s and 6s, to the modern V10s and 12s.
Auto Fundamentals by Martin Stockel
The original book was published in the 60's but is revised about every three to five years. I currently have the 2000 version. It has everything the beginner and intermediate should know without getting into specific engines.
The book is very broad covering things like;
- Diesels
- The Wankel engine
- Emissions
- Fuel Injection
- Steering
- Wheel Alignment
- HVAC
- Charging systems
- Auto Trans
- As well as about 20 other topics
The book uses a wide range of engines such as Fords, Mopar, Toyota, BMW, Jag... Unlike other books I have read that almost exclusively use the Chevy.
Seriously even the more advanced gear heads would get a lot out of this book.
I can give more info I you need it.
JJ
P.S. The book covers everything from old flatheads, to inlines, to V8s and 6s, to the modern V10s and 12s.
Last edited by jj292; Mar 13, 2004 at 01:27 PM.
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I just did a quick check on Amazon and found it:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...glance&s=books
Edit: For some reason it does not want to post the link properly so just do a search.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...glance&s=books
Edit: For some reason it does not want to post the link properly so just do a search.
Last edited by jj292; Mar 13, 2004 at 01:35 PM.
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Thanks Nelson and JJ
Nelson:
I do plan to get manuals sometime, but right now I'm looking for something a little broader than just my truck. I also have the Falcon (six) and the IH Cub and are always looking for other old iron. Tractors are great to learn on because they are so simple. They are also easy to find help with working on them.
JJ:
That IS one of them that I had found on my search before I posted this question.
It looks like a pretty good option, have you had good luck with it?
Thanks again, I'll wait a little to see if anyone else has some suggestions.
Guy (mechanic in training
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Nelson:
I do plan to get manuals sometime, but right now I'm looking for something a little broader than just my truck. I also have the Falcon (six) and the IH Cub and are always looking for other old iron. Tractors are great to learn on because they are so simple. They are also easy to find help with working on them.
JJ:
That IS one of them that I had found on my search before I posted this question.
It looks like a pretty good option, have you had good luck with it?
Thanks again, I'll wait a little to see if anyone else has some suggestions.
Guy (mechanic in training
)
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Have Chilton, and owner's manual. Came across a book at the library ' Ford F-series Pickup Owner's Bible' by Moses Ludel. Found it very informative. Since purchased the book thru an online used book site. Paid about $12 and in darn good condition. Anyhow, if interested may want to check used book sites like amazon, alibris, or bookfinders.
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lots and lots of auto books !!
Well im ready to give up this info. in our small town the library has sells were they sell off there old books real cheap ,the first day you find all kinds of manuls like chiltons you know the ones that cover all cars and trucks i even got books there that was FORD only they call it( friends of the library sale)
P.S. The last day you buy them for one dollar a paper bag full !
P.S. The last day you buy them for one dollar a paper bag full !
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