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MUSTANG - Considered by many to be the best fighter aircraft of the
Second World War.\nThis new book by aviation historian Larry Davis
begins with Mustang production in early 1941 with the British Air
Purchasing Committee order fro 320 aircraft in August 1940 with the
first Mustang I, RAF serial AG 345, rolling off the Inglewood,
California assembly line on 16 April 1941. The later P-51D is
considered by many to be the ultimate Mustang and is covered here
in its variety of markings and warfronts. The P-51H lightweight and
the P-82 Twin Mustang are also covered in rare photos including
color.
Hatchback with petrol engines. Does NOT cover 'Dualogic'
transmission, Abarth, Van or 2006/2007 Punto 'Classic'. 1.2 litre
(1242cc) & 1.4 litre (1368cc) petrol. Does NOT cover 'T-Jet',
'TwinAir' or 'Multiair' petrol engines, diesel models or dual-fuel
models.
The classic car market is in better shape than ever, remaining
buoyant throughout the ups and downs of the motoring industry. Life
in the slow lane promises to bring back the joy of driving and can
appeal to the head as well as the heart in becoming a financially
attractive hobby. Despite the popularity of classic cars, no
definitive guide exists for the 'classic car virgin'. Going Classic
seeks to fill this gap by answering all the questions a first timer
may have before taking the plunge. It covers buying, selling,
driving, maintenance, equipment, insurance, safety and competing in
classic motorsport, and comes complete with a 'Hot 100' list of the
top classics to buy and why.
Few decades are as momentous, and memorable, as the 1970s. The
years 1970-79 were rich, exciting and, for today's fifty and
sixty-somethings, a formative period of motorcycling in Britain. It
was an era that saw the passing of the baton from British to
Japanese manufacturers: Norton, BSA and Triumph were overtaken by
Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha and Suzuki. Before long, multi-cylinder
'superbikes', such as the GT750, the XS750 and the GS1000, became
the bikes idolised on many bedroom walls. In bike sport, Barry
Sheene surpassed the old guard of Mike Hailwood and Phil Read,
while heroes such as Evel Knievel secured motorcycling's place in
popular culture. Celebrating fifty of the decade's best bikes,
journalist Phil West remembers all of this and more in this
fascinating book.
Models 2310, 2600, 2610, 3600, 3610, 4100 (After 1974), 4110, 4600,
4610 (Prior to 1984), 4600SU, 4610SU (Prior to 1984)
Jaguar - A Pictorial History includes information covering Jaguar's
early history from 1922 and lists all model ranges and models
thereafter, right up to the 2000s. With model-by-model descriptions
and detailed technical information, this will be a great resource
for all Jaguar and automotive enthusiasts. This book contains
hundreds of photographs, obtained by the author during his years
involved in the Jaguar Drivers Club and Jaguar Enthusiasts Club as
well as those provided by the Jaguar Heritage archives. This
Pictorial History includes: - Detailed model-by-model comparisons,
including changes in model production - Extensively illustrated
with colour and black & white photographs - Body and interior
styling identification and differences, along with colour schemes -
Detailed technical information and specifications - Standard and
optional equipment details - Dashboard instrument layout drawings
and photographs - Production figures as a total or individual model
where available
Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step
with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals
are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.
Based on real-life experience and written by expert authors, the
books in the Maintenance and Upgrades Manual series from Crowood
will help owners develop the workshop skills needed for the
maintenance and repair of their cars, and give guidance on
possibilities for improvements and upgrades to performance. With
step-by-step instructions and safety information throughout, this
book is a valuable technical resource for owners of Series II, IIA
and III Land Rovers.
Volume Two of Laurie Akehurst's account of London Transport's
country buses covers the nineteen fifties, a decade that opened
with the promise of expansion but closed with the services
beginning their decline. It was a decade in which the fleet was
transformed by the continuing arrival of new RTs and the
introduction of the RF, GS and RLH types. As with Volume One, the
story is well illustrated.
Building a custom motorcycle has never been more popular, with even
the major manufacturers keen to capitalize on the growing trend. A
custom motorbike is the product of an owner using their own skills
to produce an individual machine, and with the right tools and
approach it is well within most people's means to take a standard
machine, new or second-hand, and make it their personal statement.
Providing clear and practical advice, this new book, Customizing
Your Motorcycle - Shed-Built to Show Bike introduces the reader to
the techniques and processes needed to customize any motorcycle.
Eschewing the practice of using expensive off-the-shelf parts, it
shows how the shrewd use of salvaged and alternative sources is not
only economic but also results in a satisfyingly unique custom
machine. The book also covers an introduction to the main styles on
which today's custom scene was founded. Choosing a suitable bike
and how to make decisions when buying second-hand are covered.
Workshop setup and tools and components of a bike and custom parts
are also covered. Basic improvements and the essential maintenance
to make a safe and usable bike are discussed. Projects demonstrate
how to make custom parts, while examples of how different custom
bikes were built by the author show how they are designed and put
together.
Although the interiors of aristocratic homes have received much
attention, there has been little written about how the interiors of
middle-class homes evolved through the ages. In this study, James
Ayres traces the development - in words and pictures - of
vernacular British interiors from the 16th to the mid-19th century.
Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and
motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to
follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs
and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting
section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable
short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for
special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic;
color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.
This Volvo 240 series owner's manual, illustrated with drawings and
photographs, provides comprehensive advice on routine maintenance,
fault diagnosis and wiring, using common tools.
With its arrival in the United States in 1990, the Mazda Miata
inspired the return of the open roadster. Though other makes and
models followed, the Miata remains the convertible sports car of
choice for budget-conscious enthusiasts, as popular in autocross
and amateur racing circles as it is among pleasure drivers.This
book shows readers how to make the most of any Miata: what to look
for in a used model and how to perform common maintenance and
repairs, as well as over 15 projects to improve performance and
appearance. Focusing on the engine, wheels and tires, suspension,
body kits, interior, and more, the projects include full details on
required parts, cost, time, tools, and skill necessary for
completion. With easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations,
this handy guide is a virtual road map for taking the Miata the
full distance.
The 1970s and 1980s were critical years for the British motor
industry. A downward spiral in industrial relations led to
crippling strikes; two major oil crises made thirsty older designs
virtually unsaleable; and foreign manufacturers moved in with
products that were affordable, reliable and available on demand.
Yet, by and large, British family motorists carried on buying
British as long as they could. The average Briton was broadly
content with what the domestic motor industry produced (though he
might have grumbled a bit), and it certainly produced an array of
cars which entered the public consciousness as symbols of their
times. Names like Marina, Maestro, Montego, Cortina, Escort,
Granada, Cavalier and, above all, Mini live on in popular memory.
Looking back, we remember these humble workhorses with more
fondness than we might expect.
James Taylor has been a motoring writer and historian for more than
30 years, and in this book he remembers this period with a mixture
of affection and amusement, tempered with an honest appraisal of
how good or bad these cars really were.
"Ford at Dagenham" is a fascinating record of car production
techniques and processes at Ford as they have evolved over the
years. This illustrated history gives a fascinating
behind-the-scenes insight into the past and present of Ford's
Dagenham factory, famous for producing some of Britain's favourite
family cars - the Anglia, Cortina, Consul and Zephyr. A revealing
record of the evolution of Ford in Britain, it offers an intimate
portrait of the people who have worked at Dagenham and depended on
it for their livelihood over the past 70 years. Burgess-Wise tells
the story of the fluctuating fortunes of the company and provides a
revealing account of the relationship between Dagenham and the
American headquarters of Ford at Dearborn. His book is a
fascinating record of car production techniques and processes at
Ford as they have evolved over the years, and it offers an intimate
portrait of the people who have worked at Dagenham, and depended on
it for their livelihood, for generations.
Haynes Audi A4 repair manual contains step-by-step instructions
accompanied by hundreds of photographs to help you with any task
from basic repair to simple maintenance for your Audi A4. Repair
manuals from Haynes are written by expert personnel using only a
basic set of tools in an easy to follow style.
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