How to Hook & Launch: Traction Mods for Street & S

How to Hook & Launch: Traction Mods for Street & Strip

How to Hook & Launch: Traction Mods for Street & Strip
Rating:
4.5 out of 5 stars (4.5/5) by 
Book Category: Whole Car (Design and Build)
Ranked: #12 of 16 in Whole Car (Design and Build)
Applies Only to Race Car Types:
  • Custom Street/Import
  • Drag Racer (Junior Dragster)
  • Drag Racer (Production-Based)
  • Drag Racer (Scratch-Built)
  • Street Rod
Topics Covered and Levels:
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Basic)
  • Dynamics/Handling ( Advanced)
  • Chassis ( Basic)
  • Suspension ( Basic)
  • Suspension ( Advanced)
  • Powertrain ( Basic)

Overview

Concepts of drag racing vehicle dynamics. The author explains the incremental process of a drag racing car’s launch, traction and performance.  The book takes a practical approach to maximizing traction through a wide variety of potential chassis/suspension modifications as well as engine/powertrain optimization and tuning.

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