Engine Builder's Handbook (Paperback)

by Tom Monroe (Author) "Because you're reading this chapter, chances are your engine is not lying around in pieces..." (more)
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Product Description
All of the information in this valuable companion guide is presented in terms easy to understand. Packed with general tips, techniques, and procedures that can be applied to all types of engine building, whether for musclecars, classics, hot rods, powerboats or all-out race cars.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: HP Trade; 1st edition (August 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557882452
• ISBN-13: 978-1557882455
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #11,988 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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66 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Engine Builder's Handbook, March 28, 2000

By	Howard W Hilshorst (Britt, Minnesota) - See all my reviews

Having rebuilt three of my own engines over the last year, I was looking for hints and tips to improve my results and to raise my skill level. From the very beginning of the book, Monroe's attention to detail and common sense approach has done just that for me. This book is worth reading by anyone who has an interest in engines and rereading before any engine rebuild. I highly recommend it.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE, June 6, 2003

By	LARRY PEDERSEN (BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA United States) - See all my reviews

THIS IS A BOOK THAT CAN BE REREAD MANY TIMES. THE AUTHOR KNOWS OF WHAT HE SPEAKS. THE MATERIAL IS VERY COMPLETE. I LEARN SOMETHING EVERY TIME I REFER TO THIS BOOK. HAVING ATTENDED NUMEROUS SEMINARS AND SCHOOLS ON ENGINE BUILDING I USE THIS BOOK CONSTANTLY.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The ideal engine rebuilders book at a bargain price., February 14, 2006

By	Chris Sellick (South Australia,Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After I had read both books on Nissan engines by this author I bought this book too.This book is set out so you can diagnose faults first to determine if you need to rebuild or not.Then it goes into engine teardown in detail.It describes the rebuilding process.The cylinder heads are covered in a separate chapter which the author explains.

For anyone who loves working on cars this book is ideal.Its written so most people will understand it.There are plenty of photos throughout with explanations.This book is like your best friend guiding you through the whole process.

This book is a gem and a bargain.Make this the first book you consider on engine rebuilding.The book was written to give guidance on all engines not just V8's.A must have book.