I've spent a lot of time looking for a performance related book that reflected both real world ideas and understanding with a hint of engineering in the explanations and the Four-Stroke Performance Tuning has met and exceeded what I thought was available. You can bet I will be extracting some of the concepts for my 2nd year students though. I would use this for a 3rd or 4th year level engine class if we offered one. I highly recommend taking notes as you go through it. ![]() It is all done with a minimal amount of math and is an easy read for anyone with a mechanical aptitude. The information in this book is on a college level and discusses the aspects of engine design. This is not a book for the guy who just wants some suggestions on tinkering on his engine on Sundays (although a lot could be learned). ![]() ![]() I have amassed a fair sized library on engines, graduated with a degree in Internal Combustion Engines, teach gas engines at a 2 year college, and wonder how I ever missed this book! I am only into the beginning of the chapter on cylinder heads and totally amazed at the attention to details and the depth of understanding. I have been involved in racing automobiles and mechanics for over 50 years now.
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