Customer Reviews

Chilton's Auto Repair Manual 1940-1953

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Does not include specific information. I.E. Book only displays one type of distributer (not mine) in their example. Chilton's usually has better info than this -- this book, however, isn't one of them. Doesn't give enough information to do a proper tune-up other than point and plug gaps. It is a good resource to have on hand in conjunction with another manual. Do not start a restoration job with this manual alone!!

I bought this book for assistance with the flathead ford V-8 and low and behold it was no help at all. the directions were poor and the content was terrible. If you want to buy a book for a car go to a dealership, get a factory manual. And don't buy it if you live in Canada, altogether it cost me $60!!!

After receiving my book from BrightLight Books (who are the Best! Thanks Cynthia;) and Vickie:), I promtly examined the book for any defects! Couldn't find any! I was so pleased with the condition of the book! I haven't been able to put it to use YET, but when I do I'm sure it will come in handy (I own a 1950 Chrysler NewYorker which is why I bought the book). Even if I don't get to use it for what it was intended for, I like collecting books, and can enjoy reading and looking at it anyway, as well as it adds to my collection of auto repair manuals. I have several dating back to the 50's and 60's. My Great Uncle was a mechanic, and before he passed away I was fortunate to obtain most all of his auto repair manuals from his garage. I cherish these, so this is just one of many I plan to add to my collection. Thanks again to Amazon and BrightLight Books!

Larry

Way more than I expected. Anyone with any mechanical knowledge should own this book to make repairs on their classic car.