Auto mechanics fundamentals
by Martin W. Stockel · first published 1963
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How Cars Work by Tom Newton OR Auto Mechanics Fundamentals by Martin T. Stockel Maybe?
on “Ask HN: What are some books where the reader learns by building projects?” ↗I bought a copy of "Auto Mechanics Fundamentals" based on this thread and I think it is definitely the book you're remembering. The exploding can image you describe is on page 9 and the first chapter builds up an engine from first principles like you've…
on “Ask HN: What are some books where the reader learns by building projects?” ↗…title. I was a kid when I read it, and the book was already old, so publication date circa 1970-80. Best I can do. I trawled through book cover images but no love. - - - - edit to add: It's probably "Auto Mechanics Fundamentals" by Stockel. I'm still looking for pictures of the insides of the book, but going by what I can see here, it's very likely: https://archive.org/details/automechanicsfun00stoc/page/n5 The typography…
on “Ask HN: What are some books where the reader learns by building projects?” ↗Is this it? Looks to be around the right time frame, and the reviews mention exploded view diagrams https://www.amazon.com/Auto-Mechanics-Fundamentals-Construct...
on “Ask HN: What are some books where the reader learns by building projects?” ↗Just going by description and the "red book" it seems like its Auto Mechanics Fundamentals: >>> "It is the aim of Auto Mechanics Fundamentals to provide a thorough understanding of the design, construction and operation of automotive units. Each unit is approached by starting with basic theory,…
on “Ask HN: What are some books where the reader learns by building projects?” ↗