Cartech Books, Automotive Wiring And Electrical Systems, Volume 2: Projects (PART #BOK-CT-SA345)
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Countless collector car owners are skilled at performing mechanical work, but for many of them, electrical work seems like a mystery, too complicated and too confusing. However, electrical upgrades are absolutely essential for a high-performance classic car or a modified car to perform at its best. With a firm understanding of the fundamentals, you can take this comprehensive guide and complete a wide range of electrical projects that enhance the performance and functionality of a vehicle.
In this revised edition (formerly titled
Automotive Electrical Performance Projects
) brilliant color photos and explanatory step-by-step captions detail the installation of the most popular, functional, and beneficial upgrades for enthusiasts of varying skill levels. Just a few of the projects included are: maximizing performance of electric fans; installing electronic gauges; upgrading charging systems; and installing a complete aftermarket wiring harness, which is no small task. Each facet is covered in amazing detail.
Veteran author Tony Candela, who wrote CarTech's previous best-selling title
Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems
, moves beyond the theoretical and into real-world applications with this exciting and detailed follow-up. This Volume 2 is essential for any enthusiast looking to upgrade his or her classic vehicle to modern standards, and for putting all the knowledge learned in
Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems
into practice.
This book is a 2015 International Automotive Media Competition (IAMC) Silver Award Winner.
TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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About the Author Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Adding a Basic Circuit to Any Hot Rod Safety First Project 1: Installing Interior Lighting Additional Functionality Project 2: Adding Turn Signal and High-Beam Indicators Chapter 2: Performance Lighting Project 3: Servicing the Existing Headlight System Part 1: Low Beams Part 2: High Beams Make the Appropriate Repairs Project 4: Upgrading the Stock Headlights to Higher-Powered Units Summary Chapter 3: Performance Gauges Gauge Types Project 5: Installing a Complete Set of Fully Electronic Gauges Chapter 4: Electric Fans Project 6: Evaluating the Performance of Electric Cooling Fans Project 7: Optimizing the Performance of Electric Cooling Fans Summary Chapter 5: High-Performance Charging Systems Project 8: Determining Alternator Output Project 9: Upgrading the Alternator Project 10: Relocating the Battery to the Trunk Summary Chapter 6: Aftermarket Wiring Harness Project 11: Installing a Traditional Aftermarket Wiring Harness Part 1: Begin the Project Part 2: Time to Adapt Part 3: Wire the Turn Signal Switch Part 4: Wire the Ignition Switch Part 5: Wire the Engine Compartment Part 6: Wire the Interior Lights Part 7: Wire the Windows Part 8: Complete Wiring to Center Console Part 9: Last-Minute Details Part 10: Test Everything Source Guide |
SPECIFICATIONS |
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Pages | 144 |
Size | 8.5 X 11 (inches) |
Format | Paperback / softback |
Illustrations | 394 color |
Publisher | CarTech |
ISBN | 9781613252291 |
Product Code | SA345 |
ISBN | 9781613252291 |
Product Code | SA345 |