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Review:
Your Kit Car Assembly
Manual
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Merely
calling this product an assembly manual is
something of an understatement: Your
Kit Car Assembly
Manual
will prove an invaluable reference point for kit
car builders and enthusiasts of any level of
mechanical knowledge.
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The
work of Texan Gary Brizendine, who has
assembled several Lotus Seven
inspired kits from a range of
manufacturers, this ebook is worth
considering by many enthusiasts.
Beginners will find it a reassuring
introduction to the kit car scene. More
experienced builders will learn from
its thorough examination of the Seven
inspired kit car building
process.
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That's because
the CD takes readers through every single aspect
of a Seven inspired kit car build. It is
written in a simple, clear and knowledgable
language - enabling anyone from a beginner with
no technical knowledge to an experienced kit car
constructor to gain helpful
instruction.
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Review:
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In
essence, this guide is a 438 page book
- contained on a slim CD. You put it in
your computer's CD drive and any of its
pages are instantly accessible at the
touch of a button.
But it is
the content, not the medium, that is
the real selling point.
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Introducing his
kit car building philosophy, Gary said:
"Attention to detail makes all the
difference."
And it is such
attention to detail that makes this CD such a
wealth of information.
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Using
pictures of Lotus, Caterham,
Birkin and WMC Ultralite
vehicles, readers are taken through
each step of a Seven inspired kit car
build - from choosing nuts, bolts and
wiring material to fitment of engines,
brakes and suspension set
up.
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One of its
greatest assets is that, mercifully, the text is
written in plain English. Each component
has its function explained fully before Gary
describes how to use or fit it. The end result
is an easy-to-read guide that at one end of the
scale is accessible to the novice reader - but
one that's methodical and detailed for those
with more specific technical questions.
The product
reflects the mindset of an experienced car
builder who is able to communicate specific
technical information without resorting to
needless jargon. It is a credit to its author in
that respect.
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Review:
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As far
as viewing goes, the pdf. format
enables you to choose which section you
want to visit - at the click of a
button. Pages can be found by text or
thumbnail image links and you are then
able to print out each section.
Alternatively, if you like the feel of
paper in your hands you could always
print the whole thing out and file it
in a folder. That way the guide could
be consulted in the garage during a kit
car build.
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After an
introduction there are nine contents sections -
with as many as 14 sub-sections each. The main
section headings are: chassis; steering and
pedal box; front suspension; rear suspension;
chassis accessories; wiring and lighting;
gearbox and drive shaft; engine installation;
completion.
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The
guide goes through each aspect of a
Seven inspired kit car's
construction and exactly how and why
each component functions - in clear,
layman's, terms. Then it explains build
options before going on to show readers
the steps they need to take. Pictures
are clear, focussed and in
colour.
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While the CD
doesn't focus on a particular model, it does
refer to the different set ups and options used
by various manufacturers. The result is that the
reader gains an insight into the differing set
ups and alternatives offered - something that
can be used to inform individual build
ups.
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Review:
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Detailed
though it is, the CD seems an ideal
choice for anyone considering stepping
on to the kit car building ladder - and
not just for a Seven inspired build.
Rather than supplying a daunting amount
of information its clear, concise and
confident explanations will be
reassuring for would-be
builders.
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And because it
doesn't concentrate on a particular model, it's
something that people thinking about building a
kit of any type for the first time would gain a
great deal of insight and encouragement
from.
Written in
clear, easy to understand English and steering
well clear of needless jargon, the more you read
this CD's pages the more you learn about the
Seven inspired kit car building
experience.
Buying and
reading it will help make the process a much
less daunting experience for beginners - while
more experienced builders and drivers will gain
reassuring, concise and clear advice on how to
construct and maintain their
vehicles.
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Review:
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And
there are more tips for when the build
is over - from keeping heat out of the
cockpit when driving to various
windscreen/shield options.
This is
a serious, well thought out and
presented guide that makes a successful
attempt at taking people through the
kit car building process.
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Reading it will
make many people's projects a more rewarding and
enjoyable experience. Highly
recommended.
You can see more
at www.yourkitcar.com
where the CD can be ordered for delivery
worldwide.
You need a
Windows operated computer using 98SE or above to
view the product.
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