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How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance James Hale

How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance By James Hale

How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance by James Hale


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Summary

The complete practical guide to modifying classic to modern VW Bus (Transporter) T1 to T5 suspension, brakes and chassis for maximum performance. Contains essential information on using aftermarket parts and interchangeable parts from other production vehicles to achieve great handling (and a lower stance if required). This edition includes many ne

How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance Summary

How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance by James Hale

The original and only book devoted to modifying VW Bus suspension, brakes and chassis for high performance now in completely updated form. Now covers all T1 to T5 buses, vans, campers & pick-ups 1950-2010. Ideal for owners wanting to uprate handling. Suitable for practical enthusiasts and professional mechanics. Original photography by the author, and technical diagrams by specialist component manufacturers. Based on successful 'How-To' technical features developed by the author for a leading VW magazine. All information is based on the practical experience of specialist VW mechanics and tuning shops. Includes a guide to VW Bus chassis numbers and gearbox references. Over 280 photographs and illustrations.

How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance Reviews

Aimed at practical enthusiasts, this freshly-updated book is devoted to modifying the suspension, brakes and chassis of the venerable VW Bus (Type 2 to modern incarnations). It contains essential information on using aftermarket parts, based on the practical experience of specialist VW mechanics and tuning shops. There's also a guide to VW Bus chassis numbers, and gearbox references. - Practical Classics The first edition of James' book was way ahead of its time and, given the dramatic increase in the popularity of performance buses and in technology, this completely re-vamped edition is a mist have guide to what's possible and why, how to do it, and what sorts of kits/parts are available. This book will appeal to both hardcore, hands on enthusiasts and to anyone wanting to know more about the kinds of modifications possible. - Volkswagen Camper

About James Hale

James Hale is the world's leading authority on dune buggies, and has written five books covering the buggy scene worldwide. His first book was the Dune Buggy Handbook, published by Veloce, and remains the definitive guide to these unorthodox fun cars. He has also regularly produced freelance features for motoring magazines, and has written technical books on modifying the VW Beetle and VW Bus suspension, brakes and chassis for high performance. The Bus suspension book, first published in 2003, has now been completely revised and updated and published in a new edition in 2011.

Table of Contents

Introduction & Acknowledgements Workshop procedures Chassis, suspension & brake design (all models) T1/T2 front suspension T1/T2 rear suspension T1/T2 chassis & air suspension systems T3 suspension & brakes T4/T5 suspension & brakes Suppliers & Clubs Chassis numbers & model designations

Additional information

GOR013713266
9781845842628
1845842626
How to Modify Volkswagon Bus Suspension, Brakes & Chassis for High Performance by James Hale
Used - Like New
Paperback
Veloce Publishing Ltd
20110210
144
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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