SpeedPro Series Books

A completely reworked and much enlarged (by over 60 pages) book based on Des Hammill's much respected earlier work on how to get more power from the A-Series engine. The complete practical...

Ten years have passed since the original edition of this book was published, but Alfa Romeo enthusiasts everywhere are more active today than ever in preserving, modifying and racing these excellent cars....

Following in the tracks of the author’s well-known Alfa DOHC tuning manual, Jim Kartalamakis describes all kinds of useful information and techniques to increase power, performance and reliability of V6 Alfas and...

Understanding the car and its driver is the most effective way to go faster. A datalogger can provide the knowledge. A practical handbook on all aspects of data acquisition. Contains nearly a...

Expert practical advice from an experienced race engine builder on how to build a V8 short block engine for high performance use, using mainly stock parts-including crankshaft and rods. ...

How to get the best from sportscars/kit cars with wishbone front suspension, coil springs and telescopic shocks. Includes ‘chassis’ integrity, geometry, ride height, camber, castor, kpi, springs, shockers, testing & adjustment....

Expert practical advice from an experienced race engine builder on how to build an ignition system that delivers maximum power reliably. A lot of rubbish is talked about ignition systems and there...

Expert practical advice from an experienced race engine builder on how to build an ignition system that delivers maximum power reliably....

The most complete DIY reference for owners of the world-renowned side-draft carburetors. Leading automotive how-to author Des Hammill guides readers through the ins and outs of such topics as stripping, rebuilding and...

This book sets out in graphic detail a hundred tips that cost very little but which will transform your car. For example, how a wire coat-hanger transforms an exhaust system so that...

Club motorsport such as speed hillclimbing has become hugely popular. This book advises on the practicalities of budget racing car construction with minimum resort to the mathematics which would deter most beginners....

The step-by-step guide to building YOUR dream sports car on a budget. The Tiger Avon and GTA are high-quality, high-performance roadsters based on readily available Ford Sierra mechanical components with a choice...

The complete practical guide to successfully modifying cylinder heads for maximum power, economy and reliability. Avoids wasting money on modifications that don't work. Applies to almost every car/motorcycle (does not apply to...

How to choose the right camshaft or camshafts for your individual application. Takes the mystery out of camshaft timing and tells you how to find optimum timing for maximum power. ...

Covers all aspects of improving these cars for today’s conditions, and for higher performance generally; in the areas of power, braking, appearance and comfort. This updated and revised edition includes information on...

Your complete guide to improving the grip, handling, braking and overall performance of MGBs, MGCs and MGB V8s. Topics covered in depth include 4-, 6- and 8-cylinder engines, fuel and exhaust systems,...

Applies to all 6-cylinder TR sportscars. Practical and realistic advice on how to improve performance, braking, handling, reliability, appearance & comfort. The author is a production engineer with real hands-on experience of...

There was no book on improving or upgrading Triumph TR7 and 8, until now. This workshop manual covers the whole car front to back and contains advice based on many years of...

Applies to ALL air-cooled-type Volkswagen Beetles, but does not cover MacPherson strut-type front suspension found on 1302 and 1303 models.- The first reference book devoted solely to Beetle chassis, suspension and braking...

Complete guide to modifying Bus suspension. brakes and chassis for max performance. Essential information on using aftermarket and interchangeable parts to achieve maximum performance. Covers all T1 & T2 buses, vans, campers...

This book explains what ‘high performance’ really is, analyzing each part of the classic or retro car – the engine, transmission, brakes, etc – and showing how it can be modified and...

Modifications that work for road cars Introduces and explains the 4 aspects of performance Guides readers through alternatives, to enable good decisions. Applicable to all makes and models of car. Helps prioritise...

A complete practical guide on how to get more power with reliability from Harley's Evolution V-twin engine without wasting money on modifications that don't work and over-specced parts....

All you need to know about getting maximum performance with reliability from the famous Jaguar XK six-cylinder engine. A book packed with easily understood and down to earth advice based on the...

Some of the most popular Land Rover pastimes are detailed here, with explanations of how to take part and what equipment you need. This unique book explains how these versatile machines can...

Covers all aspects of modifying the MG Midget and Austin Healey Sprite for high performance. Includes engine/driveline, suspension, brakes and much more. With 400 mainly color photos and exclusive tuning advice this...

A complete reference and learning tool for people taking to the circuit in their cars, either for the first time or as a seasoned campaigner.  This book is designed to take the...

This book covers the process of building 4-stroke engines to a professional standard, from selecting materials and planning work, right through to methods of final assembly and testing. It is written for...

Millions of cars were equipped with SU carburetors. This book is for those people who wish to tune SU carburetors themselves, irrespective of how many carburetors there are on the engine or...