Motor

This new book illuminates the life and career of one of the most prolific engine builders and racers ever to compete in the ultra-competitive Pro Stock category, drag racing's most technologically advanced class.Warren Johnson navigated the world of factory hot rods for more than 45 years, devoting himself to full-time racing in 1975 and relentlessly pursuing horsepower and victory from the driver's seat and the engine room. Johnson's devotion to research and development opened the door to a long-standing relationship with Oldsmobile and GM Performance, beginning with the birth of the Drag Racing Competition Engine (DRCE) that is still used by every competitive team in the class.He excelled when it came to outthinking the competition and was outspoken on matters that he deemed vital. Johnson embraced thinking outside the box and pushed boundaries to affect change in terms of both safety and the advancement of the class, but he also knew when it was appropriate and necessary to put on a good show for the fans.Through his tireless efforts and with the support of a small crew that included his wife, Arlene, and son, Kurt, WJ claimed 2 IHRA championships and 6 NHRA world titles, along with an astounding 97 national event wins that placed him in the position of being the most-winning driver of all time in the category. This book, complete with photos from the family archive and striking professional images of Johnson's many race cars, dives into it all, beginning with WJ's childhood and early days of match racing when he developed the stern frugality and fierce resourcefulness that was the foundation of a tremendously successful though sometimes controversial career.

A collection of Dickens' many writings on railways, from ghost stories to Dombey and Son, travel pieces to letters.

The 100 greatest cars of all time, as chosen by the experts at evo and Octane magazines.

A beautifully illustrated guide to Britain''s 55 most fascinating and attractive canals.This attractive guidebook shows off just how rich our waterways heritage is. This fully updated new edition highlights 55 of Britain''s most beautiful and interesting canals, with new photography, updated text throughout and a new ''places to visit'' feature for each canal (picking out 3 places within walking distance, and another 3 slightly further away). In each of the 55 chapters, Stuart Fisher gives a lively background to the history, wildlife and pubs alongside each waterway, as well as a handy map and useful information for visitors.Through the beautiful cities of London, Bath and Oxford, traversing stunning countryside and national parks, and exploring some of the best Victorian engineering and industry, this book is an inspiring and thoroughly enjoyable read, as well as a perfect resource for anyone thinking about a day out or holiday along Britain''s wonderful canals.

This Workshop Manual is a compilation of various Suzuki Factory Manuals for the 125cc, 150cc, 200cc, 250cc, 305cc, 315cc & 500cc 2-Stroke twins from 1962 onwards. Specific models covered are: T125, S32 (Olympian), T200, T10 (TC250 El Camino), T20, T250 (T21 & X-6R), T305, T350 & T500 (Cobra/Titan).

During the 1950s, metal, grease, oil, leathers and attitude bucked tradition and sprouted a revolution in machine masculinity. Owning and riding a café racer was about elemental emotions, where the relationship between man and machine was visceral, born out of intuition and a unique vision that was thoughtful, intuitive and insightful. It was at the dawn of rock `n¿ roll, when café racers grew to become a symbol of the lifestyle, and launched perhaps the most influential motorcycle movement the world has ever seen. Today, thanks to the retro boom, shed mechanics and professional engineers the world over act as conduits for yet further experimentation and aesthetic innovation. And just like before, the world is sitting up and taking notice. Café Racer International provides a fresh canvas for bikers, builders and bike customisers that make up the rich tapestry that is the epitome of casual coolness.

This is a must-have compact travel guide to the Canal du Midi, a picturesque waterway in Southern France, popular for boating trips and holidays. The Canal du Midi is recognised as one of the most beautiful and popular waterways in Europe. It is an UNESCO world heritage site and attracts many visitors every year. It's widely regarded as the perfect boating region for wine tasting, sightseeing at medieval villages and cities, and visiting cafes and restaurants. This up-to-date, comprehensive travel guide covers all the practical information and sightseeing opportunities boaters need to know about during their holiday on the canal, including: -Highlights and itinerary for Canal du Midi trips for easy planning-Insider travel tips for your boating holiday: where to stop off, sightseeing highlights, recommended restaurants to visit along the way-Essential practical nautical information such as how and where to charter, locks, bridges and berths and so on-Concise English-French dictionary with the most important vocab-Fantastic photography and useful route maps

A compact but comprehensive guide to the iconic fighter planes that fought during World War II, which features full color profile artwork throughout.World War II saw pilots from around the world battling in the skies over Europe, Asia and Africa, with victory resting upon their nerve, skill and the capabilities of some of history's most iconic aircraft. In the chaos of battle, it was vital that they could quickly identify friend from foe. But do you know your Hurricane from your Bf 109, or what the legendary P-51 Mustang looks like? Do you know the wingspan of the A6M Zero-sen, or how fast it could fly?THE WORLD WAR II FIGHTER PLANES SPOTTER'S GUIDE answers all of these questions and more, providing essential information on over 90 legendary aircraft, from the celebrated Spitfire to the jet-powered Me 262. Featuring full-colour artwork to aid recognition, as well as all the details you need to assess their performance, this is the perfect pocket guide to the Allied and Axis fighters of World War II.

oung scooter owners of the 1960s had a seemingly insatiable appetite for speed and power. Shops appeared offering performance tuning services for the first time and a new era of scootering dawned. The scene went underground in the 1970s but the release of Quadrophenia inspired a new wave of devotees going into the 1980s. The introduction of the TS1 cylinder kit for the Lambretta and the T5 Vespa by Piaggio took the tuning scene in a new direction. Now the pure Lambretta and Vespa street racer came to the forefront. Owners blew huge budgets and their stunning creations took these machines to a new level. Today the Lambretta and Vespa Street racer scene continues to thrive. Author Stuart Owen traces the development of Lambretta and Vespa tuning down the decades using dozens of rare period images and highlighting every significant technological milestone along the way.

A transit expert calls citizens and city decision-makers to action, inspiring them to fight for a better bus system.

Des Hammill provides expert practical advice on how to build an ignition system that delivers maximum power reliably. This book tells you how to build an excellent system, in a cost effective way, and how to optimise the ignition timing of any high-performance engine. A useful hands-on guide for the home mechanic.

Covers the 113-series Mercedes-Benz SL's ever-changing specification, its competition record, and its presence in many of the world's major markets, along with contemporary photography.

An in-depth look at one of the world's greatest scooter marques, including detailed information on the main Italian-built models, the Lambretta Concessionaires machines and British dealer specials.

What to Expect from Flight Training! When You Want to Become a Commercial Pilot is the second book in The Pilot Career Series by Vesa Turpeinen. It is a guidebook designed to prepare readers for their commercial pilot training. The book offers unfiltered and professional advice on how to successfully complete flight training required in a career path to becoming a commercial airline pilot or a flight instructor. This self-help book, is filled with valuable and need-to-know information, it provides tips on how to effectively prepare for the training, what to expect, and how to get the mindset that leads to success in the training.The book answers questions related to the contents of the training with its core objectives, what is required to get a Pilot License, the exams needed to complete and how to prepare for them, the certificates and ratings that professional pilots are supposed to have, and a lot more.From gaining your student pilot certificate to becoming a flight instructor, you will learn the application requirements and what to expect throughout the training process. As well as learning about each stage of the training process, the author also shares his personal aviation experiences.Each challenge you may face throughout the process is covered, with solutions and different options available to you. Whether you are planning a career as a cargo pilot, flight instructor, or simply want to fly for fun, this book will cover everything you need to know.The purpose of this book is not to teach you any specific skills or knowledge areas. You won't learn how aerodynamics work or how to control an aircraft in flight - that's something you will learn once you start your flight training. Instead, this book will give you an overall picture of what to expect from flight training before you start taking flight lessons or start your ground school studies.The information in this book mostly applies to flight training in the United States, following regulations set by the FAA. However, you can still benefit from reading this book even if you're planning to do your training in another country.Flight training in most countries follow a similar pattern; you get the exact same licenses in the same order. Most of the aeronautical knowledge areas and flight maneuvers will be the same as well. And there will be practical examinations at the end of each training course, regardless of your aviation authority.This book explains the overall training process for the following FAA pilot certificates and ratings:Pilot Certificates: Student Pilot Certificate Private PIlot Certificate (PPL) Commecial Pilot Certificate (CPL) Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATPL)Pilot Ratings: Instrument Rating (IR) Multi-Engine RatingInstructor Certificates: Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certified Flight instructor Instrument (CFII) Certified Flight Instructor Multi-Engine (MEI)Ground Instructor Certificates: Basic Ground Instructor (BGI) Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI)What to Expect from Flight Training! clearly explains the various certificates a person needs to start and advance his pilot training to becoming a pilot. This book is a valuable reference guide for anyone wanting to become a pilot. Reading this book is the next best thing to having a personal mentor by your side and will give you a good foundation of knowledge.

The most comprehensive biography of Formula One legend Niki Lauda ever published, written with the full support of his family

An engaging guide to the innovative tractor models that achieved legendary status. Accompanied by superb colour photography of all the tractors.

The story of one of the most famous British sports saloons of the 1950s - the MG Magnette. Variants such as the Magnette Special, V8 version, convertible, coupe and racers are also described.

A historical and practical guide to one of the great British car manufacturers. Armstrong Siddeley was one of the leading brands of British motor cars from the 1920s to the 1960s.

The manual covers the console with fully labelled detailed schematic diagrams for each function, the ship's famous chameleon circuit, as well as floorplans, specifics of dematerialisation, the use of force fields and tractor beams and much more.

This comprehensive pictorial overview of Rover cars covers 1945-2005 models. It describes and illustrates all the great classic Rovers up to and including the SD1, British Leyland models with Rover badges, the models designed in conjunction with Honda, the later British-designed cars and, finally, the little-known City Rover.