Collecting Drag Racing Model Kits
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Collecting Drag Racing Model Kits
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Author : Tom Boyd
language : en
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Release Date : 2020-08-15
Collecting Drag Racing Model Kits written by Tom Boyd and has been published by CarTech Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-08-15 with Transportation categories.
Relive the golden age of drag racing through this exhaustive volume covering the best drag racing model kits of the era. Model expert Tim Boyd, author of Collecting Muscle Car Model Kits, turned his attention to the fantastic drag racing model kits available from the late 1950s through today. Some racing model kits were actually 3-in-1 kits, where the builder assembled the drag-race version of the car in lieu of the street or custom version. Boyd starts by covering the options, collectability, variety, availability, and value of these wonderful kits, and then concentrates on the highly detailed drag racing-only kits that became available starting in the mid-1960s through today. He also shows the differences between original kits, older reproduction kits, and new reproduction kits that many enthusiasts find at swap meets and online sources today. Many of these great kits were from the 1960s, an era when building model kits was a widely popular, serious hobby, similar to video games today. Not only was it fun to build the kits but it was also a great way to learn about all the different race classes and categories because there wasn’t regular TV or online coverage during that era. The artwork on those kits was fantastic, and many collectors today seek original kits largely because of it. The classes of racing covered are Gassers, Rail Dragsters, Stocks and Super Stocks, Funny Cars, Pro Stocks, Exhibition Racers, and more. Drag racing cars designed by model companies that never actually existed are also covered. Nostalgia drags are some of the most popular events around the country today. People can’t get enough of these old race cars that were built in an era when variety, innovation and home building ruled the day. This book is great for modelers in general, model-kit collectors, and drag-racing fans young and old alike.
Collecting Model Car And Truck Kits
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Author : Tim Boyd
language : en
Publisher:
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Collecting Model Car And Truck Kits written by Tim Boyd and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Automobiles categories.
New from the Nostalgic Treasures series: a comprehensive guide for modelers or would-be modelers. Discover histories and descriptions of some of the more significant collectible groups of kits including AMT's Trophy Series double kits, 1953-62 Corvette kits, Mopar B-body kits, Classic kits, and more. Find out how to get started collecting model cars, what to look for, and the pros and cons of collecting versus building vintage kits. A superb addition to your modeling library.
Collecting Muscle Car Model Kits
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Author : Tim Boyd
language : en
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Release Date : 2018-05-15
Collecting Muscle Car Model Kits written by Tim Boyd and has been published by CarTech Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-15 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
In the 1960s, model kit building was a huge hobby. Kids built plastic kits of planes, tanks, race cars, space ships, creatures from scary movies, you name it. Before baseball card collecting, Pokémon, and video games, model kit building was one of the most popular hobby activities. Car and airplane kits were the most popular, and among the car kits, muscle cars, as we know them today, were one of the most popular categories. Many owners of real muscle cars today were not old enough to buy them when the cars were new, of course. Yet kids of the 1960s and 1970s worshiped these cars to an extent completely foreign to kids today. If you couldn’t afford or were too young to buy a muscle car back then, what could you do? For many, the next best thing was to buy, collect, and build muscle car kits from a variety of kit companies. Hundreds were made. Many of these kits have become collectible today, especially in original, unassembled form. Although people still build kits today, there is a broad market for collectors of nostalgic model kits. People love the kits for the great box art, to rekindle fond memories of building them 40 years ago, or even as a companion to the full-scale cars they own today. Here, world-leading authority Tim Boyd takes you through the entire era of muscle car kits, covering the options, collectability, variety availability, and value of these wonderful kits today. Boyd also takes you through the differences between the original kits, the older reproduction kits, and the new reproduction kits that many people find at swap meets today. If you are looking to build a collection of muscle car kits, interested in getting the kits of your favorite manufacturer or even just of the cars you have owned, this book will be a valuable resource in your model kit search.
The History Of Nhra Pro Stock 1970 2019
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Author : Nhra Publications
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-01-30
The History Of Nhra Pro Stock 1970 2019 written by Nhra Publications and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-30 with categories.
No collection of a true student of the sport will be complete without The History of NHRA Pro Stock. From the achievements of pioneers such as Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins and the famed Sox & Martin through season after season of utter domination by Bob Glidden to today's six-second, 210-mph factory hot rods, The History of NHRA Pro Stock guides readers through the years of milestones, groundbreaking technology, and career turning points in this fascinating segment of NHRA competition. This newly revised and expanded edition covers the greatest moments in the 50 years of Pro Stock competition.
How To Build Altered Wheelbase Cars
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Author : Steve Magnante
language : en
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Release Date : 2010
How To Build Altered Wheelbase Cars written by Steve Magnante and has been published by CarTech Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Transportation categories.
In How to Build Altered Wheelbase Cars, renowned writer Steve Magnante first walks readers through the colorful history of the altered wheelbase period and then shows them how to perform these radical modifications themselves. Magnante's fun and colorful style makes for entertaining reading, and the coverage of floorpan mods, chassis alterations, and both front and rear suspension upgrades are covered in great detail on three different chassis types. After reading this book, the basic technical tenets of altering vehicle wheelbase will be understood and the almost mythical legend surrounding such cars will be fully realized. What were once considered "race only" modifications can now be civilized for street use, and Magnante carefully reviews all of the relevant points for optimal appearance, performance, and safety.
Muncie 4 Speed Transmissions
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Author : Paul Cangialosi
language : en
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Release Date : 2014-10-15
Muncie 4 Speed Transmissions written by Paul Cangialosi and has been published by CarTech Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-15 with Transportation categories.
The Muncie 4-speeds, M20, M21, and M22 are some of the most popular manual transmissions ever made and continue to be incredibly popular. The Muncie was the top high-performance manual transmission GM offered in its muscle cars of the 60s and early 70s. It was installed in the Camaro, Chevelle, Buick GS, Pontiac GTO, Olds Cutlass, and many other classic cars. Many owners want to retain the original transmission in their classic cars to maintain its value. Transmission expert and veteran author Paul Cangialosi has created an indispensible reference to Muncie 4-speeds that guides you through each crucial stage of the rebuild process. Comprehensive ID information is provided, so you can positively identify the cases, shafts, and related parts. It discusses available models, parts options, and gearbox cases. Most important, it shows how to completely disassemble the gearbox, identify wear and damage, select the best parts, and complete the rebuild. It also explains how to choose the ideal gear ratio for a particular application. Various high-performance and racing setups are also shown, including essential modifications, gun drilling the shafts, cutting down the gears to remove weight, and achieving race-specific clearances. Muncie 4-speeds need rebuilding after many miles of service and extreme use. In addition, when a muscle car owner builds a high-performance engine that far exceeds stock horsepower, a stronger high-performance transmission must be built to accommodate this torque and horsepower increase. No other book goes into this much detail on the identification of the Muncie 4-speed, available parts, selection of gear ratios, and the rebuild process.
Hot Rod Model Kits
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Author : Terry Jessee
language : en
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Release Date : 2000
Hot Rod Model Kits written by Terry Jessee and has been published by Motorbooks International this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Crafts & Hobbies categories.
Do you love Ferraris? Do you want to know all that you can about Triumph Motorcycles? Or perhaps it is Learjets that pique your interest? Whatever transportation subject fascinates you, the Enthusiast series by Motorbooks International likely has a book for you! There are over 100 titles in this series which covers all aspects of the transportation industry- Automotives, Bicycles, Motorcycles, Trains, Military and Aviation, Auto Racing, and Tractors.
The Harley Davidson Source Book
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Author : Mitch Bergeron
language : en
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Release Date : 2021-12-14
The Harley Davidson Source Book written by Mitch Bergeron and has been published by Motorbooks International this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-14 with Transportation categories.
The Harley-Davidson Source Book is the ultimate curated survey of the ultimate motorcycle. It details the most significant designs and models throughout the Motor Company's history.
Drag Racing In The 1960s
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Author : Doug Boyce
language : en
Publisher: CarTech Inc
Release Date : 2021-03-15
Drag Racing In The 1960s written by Doug Boyce and has been published by CarTech Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-15 with Transportation categories.
The 1960s were a fascinating decade on the race scene. Relive the memories today through this wonderful new book. Drag racing has a long and storied history. Many have said that the first drag race happened shortly after the second car was made. While that may or may not be true, racing prior to World War II was mostly centered around dry-lake activities and top-speed runs. After the war, drag racing became organized with the formation of the NHRA, and during the 1950s, many tracks were built across America to accommodate the racers. Technology in the 1950s centered on the manufacturers updating old flathead designs into newer overhead-valve designs, and the horsepower race really started to heat up. In many forms of racing, the 1960s brought technological evolution. The decade began with big engines in even bigger stock chassis and ended with purpose-built race-only chassis, fiberglass bodies, fuel injection, nitro methane, and blowers. Quarter-mile times that were in the 13-second range in the beginning of the decade were in the 7-second range by the end. New classes were formed, dedicated cars were built for them, and many racers themselves became recognized names in the sports landscape. In Drag Racing in the 60s: The Evolution in Race Car Technology, veteran author Doug Boyce takes you on a ride through the entire decade from a technological point of view rather than a results-based one. Covered are all the classes, including Super Stocks, Altered Wheelbase cars (which led to Funny Cars), Top Fuelers, Gassers, and more.
Fuel Altereds Forever
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Author : Steve Reyes
language : en
Publisher: Cartech
Release Date : 2008
Fuel Altereds Forever written by Steve Reyes and has been published by Cartech this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Drag racers categories.
What type of drag car makes strong men shudder, women shriek, and kids cheer? A 200 mph, 7-second, 96-inch wheelbased AA/Fuel Altered, that's what! These supercharged, 2,000-horsepower cars from the bygone days of drag racing demanded the utmost respect , as did the racers who piloted them. Most contemporary Top Fuel and Funny Car drivers would quake at the thought of driving one of these short, ill-handling beasts. It took a rare (or slightly crazy) breed of drag racer to slide behind the wheel of one of these exciting nitro-burning drag cars. Author Steve Reyes has included more than 350 of his favorite pictures of his favorite class: Fuel Altereds. Never-before-heard stories bring the action right to you. Relive drag racing's glory days through photos of rarely seen cars, first-hand accounts and stories of racers and their cars.