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A Guide to Turbos and Superchargers: A Comprehensive Guide to Forced Induction [Hardcover]

Julian Edgars (Author)

1.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews) |

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Publication Date: July 6, 2001

This clear, concise and amply illustrated guide to forced induction steers enthusiasts through the technology that allows drivers to experience the thrill blower and turbo power. Case studies describe the turbo- and supercharging of several cars and their improved performance.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 160 pages
Publisher: Clockwork Media Pty Ltd; 1st edition (July 6, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0947216693
ISBN-13: 978-0947216696
Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds

Average Customer Review: 1.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,547,500 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Comlpete let down !!!, September 9, 2001

Steven J Stawasz (Dearborn, MI United States) - See all my reviews

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I ordered the book for the purpose of obtaining infomation concerning the build-up and operation of supercharged engines. I was very disappointed to find pictures of cars cover to cover. There was two pages of supercharging theory and the rest all pictures.The title of the book is very misleading. There is not one thing comprehensive about this book peroid.I gave the book one star and do not recommend anyone to purchase unless it,s for your first grade son that likes picture books. To some it up I felt like I was ripped off!

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1.0 out of 5 stars Don't Get Robbed, August 19, 2003

Donna Gallegos (cantonment, fl United States) - See all my reviews
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This book appears to be an exercise in the photography of cars and some engine shots...no educational or technical sudstance. I wouldn't waste money on this book unless ya just really like lookin at 4 door sedans from Australia.

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1.0 out of 5 stars This book is not for instructional purposes, May 26, 2004

Derek Mclaughlin (Alpharetta,GA United States) - See all my reviews

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This book has lots of pictures of cars that have mega horsepower motors, and that is all it has. Basicly it each page has a different car with its stats and what has been done to it. There are a few pages about turbos and supercharges, but nothing worth buying it for.

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2.0 out of 5 stars SO SO
NOTHING TECH ABOUT IT, BUT DOES HAVE COOL ILLUSTRATIONS.
LOOKS LIKE A DOWN UNDER MAGAZINE IN A HARDBACK. Read more

Published on June 7, 2002

1.0 out of 5 stars not exactly technical
I have to agree that the title is misleading.
It's neither a guide, nor comprehensive.
Just descriptions of Ausie enthusiasts' cars.

Published on February 22, 2002 by J. Alan

1.0 out of 5 stars not what it seems
The title to this book is very misleading. All it is is a collection of magazine articles from some Australian performance magazine about various cars that have been built up and... Read more

Published on August 28, 2001 by Ceolwulf Windshadow

1.0 out of 5 stars Turbos & Superchargers, A comprehensive guide to forced indu
While filled with lots of pictures of flashy cars, it contains very little useful information. It's basicaly a monthly car magazine wrapped in a hard cover. Read more

Published on July 27, 2001 by aiki1

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Another way of saying it is that, with a boost of about 7psi, the air pressure has gone up by half again. Read the first page

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adiabatic efficiency, shift kit, centrifugal supercharger, forced induction, roller rockers, boost pressure, throttle body, centrifugal blower, forged pistons, engine bay, turbo engine, street machine, volumetric efficiency

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Tri Automotive, Clockwork Media, Mike Vine, Yella Terra, Borg Warner, Center Line, Bill Lee, Card Number, Erina Fair, Expiry Date, Money Order, Peter Axford, Amex Cardholder's Name, Australia Phone, Goodyear Eagles, John Keen, Monroe Sensatrac, Peter Miletic, Speed Pro, Terry Wilson, Troy Dunstan

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An Introduction to High-Tech Engines: Your Complete Guide to High-Tech Engines by Julian Edgars on page 73

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