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The power-enhancing capability of the turbocharger has been most thoroughly demonstrated by the Grand Prix racing cars of the 1977 to 1988 era of Formula 1. Read the first page
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The book is generally geared (excuse the pun) for the US market, therefore a lot of the examples given are for US cars. This book is probably best for people new to engine tuning/turbos. I found it a little basic after reading Dave Walker's fantastic 'Engine Management' and Graham Bell's 'Four stroke performance engine tuning'. Compared to other publications i feel that the reader is not left to make an unbiased opinion on his or her own. Therefore the same level of understanding can not be reached, because we learn a lot quicker if we figure things out for ourselves rather than being told. There are better books for the money, but if you have everything else why not.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book provides some good basic information for people new to tuning and forced induction. Plus it has lots of nice pictures.
However, the author quotes too much of his own opinions as if they were facts. As opposed to the Bosch automotive books, where no opinions are expressed, only technically backed data.
He often fails to take into account important factors and many things said in the book don't have anything to back them up.
When recommending fuels or boost levels he doesn't take into effect turbocharger size, engine revs and the application. (drag racing or rally/endurance/top speed?)
He also advocates slacky and even dangerous methods of building systems, and suggests engine management should be taken lightly (when the fact is, it is one of the most important things when dealing with fuel injected engines). No performance expert would ever consider turbocharging a petrol engine without retuning the ECU or installing an aftermarket system.
He also expresses his opinion on water injection systems, and states they don't have any application. This is so far from the truth, water spray is an excellent coolant when used in small amounts, where there's limited intercooling capacity or heat soak. It also keeps the combustion chamber clean.
However, the author quotes too much of his own opinions as if they were facts. As opposed to the Bosch automotive books, where no opinions are expressed, only technically backed data.
He often fails to take into account important factors and many things said in the book don't have anything to back them up.
When recommending fuels or boost levels he doesn't take into effect turbocharger size, engine revs and the application. (drag racing or rally/endurance/top speed?)
He also advocates slacky and even dangerous methods of building systems, and suggests engine management should be taken lightly (when the fact is, it is one of the most important things when dealing with fuel injected engines). No performance expert would ever consider turbocharging a petrol engine without retuning the ECU or installing an aftermarket system.
He also expresses his opinion on water injection systems, and states they don't have any application. This is so far from the truth, water spray is an excellent coolant when used in small amounts, where there's limited intercooling capacity or heat soak. It also keeps the combustion chamber clean.
Overall, not a bad book but I'd really not rely on it as the only deciding factor when building a turbocharged engine.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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There are better books, which explain things so much better than this one. Turbochargers by Hugh MacInnes being one of them.
The author seems to be stuck in the mindset of - "if it isn't used in a racing engine, then it must not be any good, and therefore not be used in any other engine". A lot of great technology is banned from racing turbo applications, and so gets a cursory glance here.
Most of the book is great advice and most of the fundamentals are covered. However, the physics/engineering in too many instances is just plain wrong, as can be verified by reading other material, such as engineering textbooks. Therefore I would strongly recommend you read this in conjunction with other material. Anything by David Vizard doesn't go amiss.
The author seems to be stuck in the mindset of - "if it isn't used in a racing engine, then it must not be any good, and therefore not be used in any other engine". A lot of great technology is banned from racing turbo applications, and so gets a cursory glance here.
Most of the book is great advice and most of the fundamentals are covered. However, the physics/engineering in too many instances is just plain wrong, as can be verified by reading other material, such as engineering textbooks. Therefore I would strongly recommend you read this in conjunction with other material. Anything by David Vizard doesn't go amiss.
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Im not sure what the bad reviews about this book are about. No book can claim to cover absolutely everything on turbocharging. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Super_Turbo
Easy on the eye
I found it an easy to read and understand book without becoming too technical. Yes its aimed at the US market but the principles and physics are the same where ever you are in the... Read more
Published 22 months ago by J. Morris
Excellent book
This is an excellent book that goes into as much depth as neccessary without becoming boring. It is the only book recommended by Turbotechnics website, and is probably the best all... Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2004 by Ross Morley
Excellent this book allows u to make an informed choice
This book allows u to make informed choices about the Turbo system u want for your car. It covers all areas and the pros and cons at a level that is right for the casual reader and... Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2001 by platnauer@aol.com
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