Miller, Dick
How to Hook & Launch: - Traction Mods for Street & - Strip
- ISBN 13:
- 9781613255193
- author:
- Miller, Dick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cartech
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 130
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Automotive,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Understanding the physics behind a car's launch is crucial for maximizing traction on the street or at the track. In "How to Hook and Launch: Traction Mods for the Street & Strip", Dick Miller explains the principles behind what gets a car moving from a standing start and how to harness the various powers at work. This guide focuses on the suspension system, which is being pushed to its limits in a way it was never designed for. The author delves into the world of traction mods, covering a range of upgrades from softer tires and basic bolt-ons to complete or partial chassis replacements. Miller explains what each part and piece does and how to use them to their full potential, providing a comprehensive understanding of the various powers at work. By understanding the physics behind a car's launch and how to harness its power, enthusiasts can take their driving to the next level, whether on the street or at the track.