Maintenance

Don't get me wrong - there is some stuff even the most unexperienced mechanic can take care of in this book. It covers the steps of all recommended maintenance schedules and a lot of these steps anybody can do. But it goes into much more detail also.

Given that the BMW Shop Manual is over $100, I figured that I'd try this one first. Now that I've received and read it, I see no need to spend the extra $$$ - this manual covers all the stuff I'm likely to attempt on my bike (and a lot more).

Also, it's really too bad the book wasn't printed on some higher-quality paper. The telephone-book-type paper it was printed on resulted in very poor quality photos, graphs and drawings.

I also could have done without the detailed description of various brands of carburetors. But, all things considered, a nice job and I don't regret my purchase.

This book is a must have for motorcycle enthusiasts who are budding mechanics and need to refer to anything related to the fuel systems, which invariably cause the most frustrating and hard to diagnose faults!!

If like me you need to know a little more about motorcycle fuel systems (tuning, repair or maintenance) then this is the book for you, it explains so many intricate details about the entire fuel combustion process, specifically for motorcycle carbs/fuel injection. It's very recent (Y2K), unlike some other Motorcycle Carb Manuals.

Technical data and details are presented clearly, there's lots of diagrams and tips for anything from the oldest, most basic carbs to complex electronic fuel injected systems.

The authors have really distilled auto resto and modification down to were even a nimrod can understand it and envision doing the projects. I can't really speak to the "Model T-this," "Deuce-coupe-that" sort of stuff in the book, but man, the technical stuff about metal-bumping, welding, body work, paint application, suspension modifciation, and other how-to stuff is great. They have put the facts in simple, step-by-step sequences with loads of photos to clarify the procedure. This is the kind of stuff you find in good car magazines, but here, the authors have wrapped into one slick package.

Okay, so it looks a little funny on my shelf with all my euro-car books, but I am not ashamed to own (AND actually to have READ) a copy of Hot Rodder's Bible. My hat is off to the authors. I am sure hot rodders will love this book as much as I found that I did. Believe me, I was determined to not like, or even admit that I owned, this book. Now, I take it to my club meetings and show if off to my buds. I wonder if the authors would ever consider a "Pocket Rocket Bible?"

Each chapter includes a section on general information and theory, followed by step-by-step how-to sequences. The "Rogue's Gallery" includes color features on a variety of hot rods.

Ernst denBroeder

This book is ideal for anyone who is restoring the electrical systems of an older car (approx. 1974 or earlier). All of the systems are covered. Discussions about new vs. old are also addressed. For instance, some the pros and cons of breaker point vs. electronic ignition systems, generators vs. alternators, 6-volt vs. 12-volt, etc.

If you are looking for a quick fix book, with detailed instructions for specific problems, look elsewhere. If, on the other hand, you are looking to learn a little more about the theory and function of auto electrics, which will ultimately enable you to solve problems yourself, give Aird's book a try.

By the way, I loved the pictures of the old instruments.

1. Fiat Official Factory Repair manual for Spider 124.
2. Haynes
3. Autopress Ltd
4. Clymer

I consider the official factory repair manual as the bible for these cars. It offers detailed diagrams, and step by step instruction for practically every nut and bolt on the car. Some companies offer a reprint of this. The negative is the high-cost. Typically, a reprint of this manual (if available) [is very expensive]

Haynes is the manual that I used to take my Fiat apart. It was certainly a good manual with explicit instructions, and good digrams. I did notice on a few occaisions, that some of the information was incorrect. Also, Haynes does not offer a Pinninfarina version for those looking specifically for 1983-1985 specific repairs.

Your local library will likely have a copy of the Haynes manual should you care to review the book in person prior to purchase.

Good luck!

And about the brake. My motorcycle front brake is not originaly CB100 have. My friend said that its Yamaha's have. But he didn't know what type is it. Its look like old type brake. Its use a cable not a hydrolic which using fluid on it.

So if you have any information or opinion please send to me. Thanks for your attention.