A Paractical Guide to Supercharging and Turbocharging
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First published more than 30 years ago and in continuous print ever since, this remains one of the most comprehensive references available to the enthusiast engine tuner and race engine builder. Drawing on the authors many years of practical exper...
The two-stroke engine has been developed to a degree that was not thought possible a few years ago. One of its virtues is that it is mechanically very simple, which is a contributing factor to its widespread use and varied application. Here, engin...
A. Graham Bell is a highly respected authority on tuning engines, and he has written a number of best-selling books on the subject, including Two-Stroke Performance Tuning, Four-Stroke Performance Tuning and Modern Engine Tuning. He lives in New South Wales, Australia.
How supercharges and turbochargers work, and the pros and cons of using them. Supercharger and turbocharger size matching, efficiency, turbocharger life, lubrication, cooling and maintenance. Turbo boost control and anti-lag strategy. Commonly used designs of supercharger. An examination of the various types of intercooling and their effect on power. Fuel types, fuel delivery systems, air inlet systems, exhaust systems, ignition systems and engine management systems. Water injection and alternatives, and nitrous oxide injection. Modifying factory supercharged and turbocharged engines.