Costruisci la tua auto! - manuali per l'autoassemblaggio

Build Your Own Off-Road Buggy - for as little as £100

Una guida illustrata passo passo per costruire un buggy fuoristrada monoposto utilizzando strumenti standard, competenze di base e materiali economici.
Questo libro a colori mostra come costruire il telaio tubolare e fornisce consigli su come modificare e utilizzare componenti meccanici economici ma utilizzabili provenienti da una moto donatrice. Il prodotto finale è un veicolo divertente a basso costo - e un'esperienza di apprendimento in ingegneria e design.

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Car Builder's Manual - Designing and constructing your own car from scratch

Oggigiorno, molte persone si sentono ispirate a costruire la propria macchina, sia completamente da zero, sia assemblando un kit. Questo libro spiega in dettaglio, con l'aiuto di testi e illustrazioni facili da comprendere, come pianificare un progetto e svolgere i compiti richiesti, in modo sicuro ed efficace, entro tempi ragionevoli e con condizioni di qualità soddisfacenti.

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Build Your Own Sports Car - for as little as £ 250 and race it! (2nd Edition)

La prima edizione di questo bestseller ha ispirato così tante persone a costruire la propria auto sportiva che ora esiste un fiorente Locost Car Club e una serie di gare approvate dalla MSA per i Locost organizzata dal 750 Motor Club.

Questa seconda edizione a colori è aggiornata e ampliata, con un nuovo capitolo su tutti gli aspetti della guida di un Locost, informazioni su come superare il test di Approvazione del Veicolo Singolo e storie degli stessi costruttori.

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Build Your Own Kit Car

Renowned kit car expert Steve Hole presents a comprehensive guide to planning, managing and executing a kit car build. The first part of the book covers:
- The history of kit cars: detailing the innovations the kit car industry has made in car building technology, and how companies like Westfield and Caterham have become household names
- Types of kit cars, including the differences between kits, replicas and one-off builds
- Choosing the right car for you
- Budgeting for your build
- Setting up your workspace, tools needed and workshop safety
- Building techniques

The second half of the book takes you through a full build project, from chassis, brakes, suspension and engine through to trimming and interiors. The last chapters of the book set out clearly and simply how to get your kit car tested and registered, and guide you through the associated regulations.

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How to Build Cobra Kit Cars + Buying Used - Step-by-Step Assembly Procedures. Complete Guide to Cobra Kit Manufacturers

La Shelby Cobra originale ha segnato la storia dell'automobile. Questo roadster britannico leggero, equipaggiato con un potente motore Ford V8, ha stabilito nuovi standard in termini di prestazioni, vinto numerose gare ed è diventato un'icona.

Nonostante una produzione limitata a sei anni e circa 1.000 esemplari, la Cobra è rimasta molto apprezzata. Alla fine degli anni '70, alcune aziende hanno iniziato a produrre repliche sotto forma di kit, permettendo agli appassionati di assemblare la propria auto. Più tardi, i produttori hanno proposto telai su ruote e modelli completamente assemblati.

L'autore D. Brian Smith, ex caporedattore della rivista "Kit Car", propone una guida dettagliata sull'assemblaggio di una replica moderna della Cobra, in particolare la popolare Factory Five Cobra Mk 4. Spiega come scegliere il kit giusto in base al budget e alle prestazioni desiderate e offre consigli pratici sulla pianificazione, i costi e gli strumenti necessari. Istruzioni illustrate passo passo aiutano a costruire una replica affidabile e sicura.

Il libro include anche una guida all'acquisto delle repliche di seconda mano, con consigli per ispezionare, valutare e provare questi modelli già assemblati.

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Building a Special - Following the build of Ant's own classic F1 single-seater special

Ant Anstead ha costruito la sua auto "speciale", ispirata all'Alfa 158, la prima vettura di F1 a vincere il campionato del mondo, che ha corso dagli anni '30 agli anni '50. La serie televisiva in 12 parti ha seguito la costruzione dell'auto da parte di Ant, dalle prime idee di progettazione fino alla costruzione, culminando con il debutto dell'auto durante il weekend del Gran Premio degli Stati Uniti 2019 ad Austin, in Texas.

Il libro segue la costruzione personale dell'auto da parte di Ant, come documentato nella serie televisiva, dalla selezione della MG TD donatrice per il telaio e dell'Alfa Romeo Spider per il motore e il cambio, passando per la modifica del telaio, la costruzione delle sospensioni, dello sterzo, dei freni, della carrozzeria e degli interni, e l'assemblaggio di tutti i componenti per produrre una "speciale" unica e finita.

Ampiamente illustrato con foto, disegni tecnici e schizzi, e scritto con le parole stesse di Ant, questo libro sviluppa la serie televisiva in 12 parti su questo progetto, fornendo più dettagli sui componenti (comprese le dimensioni), l'ingegneria e le tecniche utilizzate per costruire l'auto.

Il contenuto comprende:
Introduzione, la storia delle speciali, la pianificazione, l'auto donatrice, il telaio, le sospensioni, lo sterzo, l'asse posteriore, il motore, il sistema di alimentazione, il sistema di raffreddamento, gli ausiliari, lo scarico, il cambio, la carrozzeria, il sistema frenante, il cockpit, il cablaggio, la preparazione e la verniciatura, i test, la regolazione e la messa in conformità stradale.

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How to Build A Fiberglass Car - Based on the Construction of the Victress Sports Car

The original contributors, W. I. Boyce-Smith, Edmond Kelly and Hugh Jorgensen, all played a significant role in the design, development and construction of the fiberglass bodied Victress sports car. While the technology of constructing impact resistant lightweight automobile bodies has advanced considerably since this book was first published, many of the exotic materials and composites in use today are beyond the capabilities available to the average home-based "special" builder.

However, this comprehensive and informative book, written in easy to understand language, puts the capability of designing and building a custom bodied special within reach of the home-based enthusiast. The principles it contains are just as relevant today as they were some 50 years ago when this book was first written.

The design process is clearly explained, the raw materials required are described, and the construction process is presented in an easy-to-follow step by step procedure. Obviously, this book would also be a valuable reference for anyone contemplating repairing, refurbishing or restoring a fiberglass bodied automobile. This edition also includes a 40 page bonus section featuring reproductions of Victress sales literature.

Out-of-print and unavailable for many years, this book is becoming increasingly more difficult to find on the secondary market and we are pleased to be able to offer this print-on-demand reproduction as a service to all those automotive "special" builders and enthusiasts worldwide.

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The Complete Builder's Guide to Hot Rod Chassis & Suspension

There is no shortage of options regarding suspensions for your rodding project. Which ones are the best? How hard are they to install, and how much is it going to cost?

In "How to Build Hot Rod Chassis", highly regarded hot rodding author Jeff Tann covers everything enthusiasts need to know about designing and building their new chassis and suspension system.
It thoroughly explores both factory and aftermarket frames, modified factory solid-axle suspensions, and aftermarket independent front and rear suspension setups.

No matter what design a reader may be considering for his own car, this book delivers a wealth of information on the pros and cons of all systems available.
Whether you end up building a traditional or retro rod and stick with a conventional system, go high-tech and get the latest and greatest, or decide on a hybrid somewhere in between, it will guide you through the process of choosing, installing, and enjoying your hot rod's suspension.

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How to Build A Racing Car

Originally published in 1949 by Floyd Clymer, this comprehensive and informative book, written in easy to understand language, puts the capability of designing and building a 1950's era midget racing car or a three-quarter (dirt track) car within reach of the home-based enthusiast.
The fundamental principles described in this book may also be applied to the construction of a 50's track roadster or even a custom built hot rod.

Highly technical terminology and engineering terms have been avoided, as the aim of this book is to define the construction process in clear and understandable terms, regardless of the reader's technical background or training. The principles it contains are just as relevant today as they were some 50 years ago when this book was first written.

The design process is clearly explained, the raw materials required are described, and the construction process is presented in an easy-to-follow step by step procedure. Obviously, this book would also be a valuable reference for anyone contemplating repairing, refurbishing or restoring a vintage racing car.
This edition also includes a 38 page bonus section featuring a reproduction of an appropriate Offenhauser Speed Equipment catalog.

Out-of-print and unavailable for many years, this book is becoming increasingly more difficult to find on the secondary market and we are pleased to be able to offer this print-on-demand reproduction as a service to all those vintage automotive race car builders and enthusiasts worldwide.

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How to Build Motorcycle-engined Racing Cars (Veloce SpeedPro)

If you are aspiring to build a racing car, this could be the book that you've been waiting for! Tony Pashley revisits the path that he took in the Pashley Project articles in Race Tech magazine during the design and construction of two successful hillclimb cars, but this time in great detail, with a view to enabling the reader to carry out a similar exercise for themselves.

Although hillclimb and sprint cars are the focal topic, a lot of the book is applicable to race cars in general. The cars under discussion in the book are powered by motorcycle engines, which are meeting with great success in the smaller racing car classes.

The total process of building a car is described, beginning with the selection and procurement of the engine. Chassis and suspension design is covered in a simplistic but adequate manner as the author's aim is to minimise the inclusion of involved calculations.

Two recipes for chassis construction are illustrated in detail, along with guidance on the processes of construction and a description of the required equipment. Following on from this, the fabrication of the suspension is explained.
Further chapters are dedicated to the remaining aspects of the vehicle, covering transmission, brakes, fuel and coolant systems, and electrics. The book is heavily illustrated with photographs and extensive explanatory diagrams and tables. A vital addition to any would be kit car builders library.

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How to Build Tiger Avon or GTA Sports Cars for Road or Track (Veloce SpeedPro)

The step-by-step guide to building your dream sports car on a budget. The Tiger Avon is a high-quality, high-performance cycle-wing roadster, while the GTO is a sleek new design.
Both models are based on readily available Ford Sierra mechanical components with a choice of independent or live axle rear suspension. Engine wise, you can use a straight 4 or V8 of your choice, including Ford Pinto, Ford Zetec, Rover K-Series or even motorcycle units.

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Features
- Build a fabulous car on a tight budget!
- Your choice, traditional Tiger Avon or the exciting new GTA!
- Choose whether you want to build the chassis yourself or buy the complete unit
- All body panels are available to buy, or you can create your own body to your design and mould it yourself
- Choose your own power unit: car or motorcycle, 4 cylinder in-line or V8
- Excellent power to rate ratios, even with standard Sierra 'Pinto' engines
- Complete building instructions are provided, including mechanical components, bodywork, instruments and electrical systems
- Includes how to convert an existing Tiger Avon to a GTA.

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