Whether you're a do-it-yourselfer or a professional mechanic, precision quality tools are essential. Forbes Aird discusses the importance of measurement and accuracy, and moves through the various instruments used to accomplish specific tasks: micrometers, calipers, ammeters, multimeters, thermometers, dial indicators, compression gauges, vacuum gauges, torque wrenches, timing wheels and more. Detailed photos and diagrams show you the correct techniques to ensure accurate measurements the first time, and every time!
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Forbes Aird is a freelance writer whose previous work for MBI includes How To Restore Automotive Electrics, Circle Track Suspension, and Carburetor Performance: How To Tune & Modify.
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Contrary to popular wisdom, you can, in fact, fit a square peg in a round hole ... provided you have a large enough hammer. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
gauging force, friction thimble, slide calipers, vernier principle, telescoping gauge, precision measuring tools, gauge blocks, spindle travel, fixed gauges, dial test indicators, plunger travel, micrometer head, sine bar, being gauged, outside calipers, grade blocks, automotive work, dial indicator, inside micrometer, sliding head, bore gauges, main scale, extension rods, height gauge, dial calipers Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Starrett Company, Doug Gore, Open Wheel, United States, Longacre Automotive Racing Products, North Kingston, Ryeson Corp, Sturtevant-Richmond Division, Powerhouse Products, Copyright Omega Engineering, Federal Grade, Moroso Performance Products, Seeing Double, Stock Car Racing, World War New!
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