Detroit Speed's How to Build a Pro Touring Car

by Tommy Lee Byrd, Kyle Tucker

Overview

Not only do you learn about the history of Detroit Speed and how they design their performance parts, but learn to install sections cover front sub-frame assemblies, rear suspension assemblies, wheel tubs, fuel system upgrades, brake upgrades, driveline upgrades including an LS swap, cooling system upgrades, and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781613252109
Publisher:	CarTech Inc.
Publication date:	10/15/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	43 MB
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About the Author

Tommy Lee Byrd: Tommy Lee Byrd is a nationally known contributor to many automotive enthusiast magazines including Street Rod Builder and Hot Rod. He has many years of experience writing automotive articles (from features to technical how-to) and shooting pro-level photographs.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Kyle Busch 4
Introduction 5
Chapter 1: Pro Touring Explained 7
Why Pro Touring? 8
Choose Your Poison 12
Who Is Detroit Speed? 16
Chapter 2: Skills, Techniques and Tools 20
Who Can Build a Pro Touring Car? 20
Where Can a Pro Touring Car Be Built? 23
What Tools Are Needed? 24
Chapter 3: Chassis 29
Body-On-Frame 29
Unibody 31
Subframe Connectors 33
Roll Cage 34
Mini-Tubs 35
Project: Deep Tubs Installation 36
Chapter 4: Front Suspension 40
Geometry 101 42
Ride Height 45
Subframe and Front Suspension Assembly 46
Control Arms 48
Bushings and Ball Joints 50
Spindles 51
Springs and Shocks 52
Anti-Roll Bar 53
Steering 54
Alignment 55
Project: Subframe Assembly and Installation 56

Chapter 5: Rear Suspension 60
Leaf-Spring Suspension 62
Multi-Link Suspension 64
Rear-End Housing 67
Ride Height 71
Control Arms 71
Springs 72
Shocks 73
Track Locator 74
Anti-Roll Bar 75
Project: QUADRALink Rear Suspension Installation 76
Chapter 6: Brakes 81
Rotors 82
Calipers 84
Pads 85
Master Cylinder 86
Lines, Hoses and Fittings 87
Proportioning Valve 87
Fluid 88
Project: Brake System Assembly 88
Chapter 7: Tires and Wheels 92
Tire Sizing and Ratings 93
Wheel Sizing and Construction 95
What Will Fit? 97
Chapter 8: Engine and Drivetrain 101
GM LS-Series Engine 102
Ford Modular Engine 104
Modern Hemi Engine 105
Crate Engines 106
Engine Upgrades 107
Making the Swap 108
Transmission 110
Project: Engine Installation 111
Chapter 9: Wiring and Plumbing 115
Power Source 116
Wiring Harness 117
Plumbing 121
Project: Wiring Harness Installation 124
Chapter 10: Pro Touring Cars 127
1969 Camaro: COPO Conversion 128
1966 Mustang: Fastback Flyer 132
1963 Chevy II: Size Matters 136
1965 Chevelle: Simplicity Wins 140
The Camaros: Eternal Test Cars 143