Camaro Performance Handbook (Performance modifications for 1982-1992 Camaros) [Paperback]

David Shelby (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: HP Trade (November 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557880573
• ISBN-13: 978-1557880574
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,114,416 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for 3rd gen FBody beginners., August 8, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Camaro Performance Handbook (Performance modifications for 1982-1992 Camaros) (Paperback)

This book is fairly comprehensive. It covers the history, workings, and modications of all 3rd generation Camaros/ Firebirds. There are even details on V6 and TBI engines, as well as the more popular TPI cars. All aspects of these cars are explained, be it suspension or supercharging. I believe this book should be the FBody bible to all beginners. My only wish is that the book had a more comprehensive list of references and parts manufacturers. Otherwise, it's completely worth the money.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Comprehensive, Best F-body Book Available, September 21, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Camaro Performance Handbook (Performance modifications for 1982-1992 Camaros) (Paperback)

Found out that the author was a former editor of All Chevy and Super Chevy magazines, not just a Camaro enthusiast. The information is VERY detailed, including camshaft recomendations that are NOT generic. The chapter on PROM chips and performance tuning is very helpful in properly tuning TPI equipped F-body Camaros. The car on the cover is well known in the serious '82-92 Camaro community. I also enjoyed the chapter on stereo upgrades. This type of information can only come from someone who has actually done the work.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not the best Book on 82-92 Camaro Performance, June 9, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Camaro Performance Handbook (Performance modifications for 1982-1992 Camaros) (Paperback)

A much better book is the Motorbooks on 82-98 Camaro performance modifications. Although years other than the third gen are covered, the book focuses mainly on 82-92 Camaros. Depending on your need (hard street, autocross, drag racing, or road racing) the book explains what you should modify. Also the book gives good explanations of what the stock part does and why the aftermarket upgrade is needed.