Tuning for Speed

P. E. Irving

Published by Newnes Books, London; New York; Toronto; Sydney, 1969

About this Item

A very smart, illustrated, and informative title on the engineering of motor cycle engines. A very smart copy of this work, which was first published in 1947, this copy being the fifth edition.Within, an informative and practical guide to contemporary motor cycle efficiency, frequently punctuated by well-rendered vignette diagrams and illustrations throughout.With the original, clipped pictorial dust wrapper.Penned by Australian engineer and author P. E. Irving, who was most well-known for his designs of the Repco-Brabham, Formula One, and Vincent motorcycle engines. Bound in original blue cloth. In original clipped dust wrapper. Externally, in lovely condition. Mild bumping to head and tail. Very slight rubbing to spine tips. Moderate area of age toning to front free endpaper. Dust wrapper smart. Mild chipping and rubbing to dust wrapper covers and extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages generally bright and clean. Single small spot to p.86. Very Good Indeed.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tuning for Speed
• Publisher: Newnes Books, London; New York; Toronto; Sydney
• Publication Date: 1969
• Binding: Cloth
• Illustrator: Not Stated
• Condition: Very Good Indeed
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Book Type: book
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