High Perf. Fasteners & Plumbing HP1523: A Guide to Nuts, Bolts, Fuel, Brake, Oil & Coolant Lines, Hoses, Clamps, RacingHardware and Plumbing Techniques [Mass Market Paperback]

Mike Mavrigian (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2, 2008

The essential reference guide for choosing the right fastener and plumbing for any automotive high performance, custom or racing application.

This user-friendly guide explains high-performance fasteners, plumbing, and all the other hardware used by racers, rodders, restorers and all other auto enthusiasts. Subjects include hose sizes, fittings, materials, routing and installation tips, heat shielding, brake, fuel, coolant, and oil lines, as well as fastener technology such as thread sizing, clamping loads, bolt stretch, and fastener styles.

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About the Author

Mike Mavrigian is an automotive journalist with over 500 automotive articles to his credit. He is the owner of the Birchwood Automotive Group, an automotive publishing and advertising company.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: HP Trade; 1St Edition edition (January 2, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557885230
• ISBN-13: 978-1557885234
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #253,347 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly fascinating read..., April 25, 2009

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Broadmeadow (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: High Perf. Fasteners & Plumbing HP1523: A Guide to Nuts, Bolts, Fuel, Brake, Oil & Coolant Lines, Hoses, Clamps, RacingHardware and Plumbing Techniques (Mass Market Paperback)

I picked this book up because I needed to learn about fasteners and fluid plumbing for a Ghia I'm fixing. I'd expected this to be a necessary but boring slog of a read.

Much to my surprise I found it fascinating. The author's explanations are clear and concise without being dumbed down. But the author also doesn't make assumptions that you automatically know the background information either.

If you're looking for a book on this subject, this is the one.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Clear and Concise Review of These Essential Automotive Components, September 27, 2008

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Joseph H. Smith "Steel City Gear Head" (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: High Perf. Fasteners & Plumbing HP1523: A Guide to Nuts, Bolts, Fuel, Brake, Oil & Coolant Lines, Hoses, Clamps, RacingHardware and Plumbing Techniques (Mass Market Paperback)

This is a great book for anyone who does any work on automobiles. It gives an explanation of the components that hold the vehicle together as well as the conduits that carry the fluids that allow the mechanical systems to function. These systems are often forgotten because they are not glamorous like stereo systems or fancy paint jobs but are imperative for the proper functioning of the engine running and the ability to stop the car safely. If you crash into a brick wall, it does not matter how many watts your sound system puts out. A must read.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good up to date information, September 23, 2008

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Sonny F. Libecco - See all my reviews
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This review is from: High Perf. Fasteners & Plumbing HP1523: A Guide to Nuts, Bolts, Fuel, Brake, Oil & Coolant Lines, Hoses, Clamps, RacingHardware and Plumbing Techniques (Mass Market Paperback)

Mike has put together an excellent, up to date discussion of the these critical areas of the modern race car. He discusses the latest equipment, techniques and products available to the modern car builder and presents many time and money saving tips. Newbie or Pro, you need to put down your wrenches and read this book!