Title: HOW TO BUILD TIGER AVON OR GTA SPORTS CARS FOR ROAD OR TRACK
Author Jim Dudley
Binding Soft Cover
Book Condition New
Number of pages 168 pages
Number of Photos; Illustrated with 250+ colour pictures
Dimensions ,25.00cm x 20.70cm x 1.50cm
Publisher Published by Veloce Publishing Ltd 26 January 2012 Revised edition
ISBN 9781845844332 ISBN 10: 1845844335
Availability In Stock
Features
- Build a fabulous car on a tight budget!
- Your choice, traditional Tiger Avon or the exciting new GTA!
- Choose whether you want to build the chassis yourself or buy the complete unit
- All body panels are available to buy, or you can create your own body to your design and mould it yourself
- Choose your own power unit: car or motorcycle, 4 cylinder in-line or V8
- Excellent power to rate ratios, even with standard Sierra 'Pinto' engines
- Complete building instructions are provided, including mechanical components, bodywork, instruments and electrical systems
- Includes how to convert your existing Tiger Avon to a GTA
Description
The step-by-step guide to building YOUR dream Sportscar on a budget. The Tiger Avon is a high-quality, high-performance roadster based on readily available Ford Sierra mechanical components with a choice of independent or live axle rear suspension. Engine wise, you can use a straight 4 or V8 of your choice, including Ford Pinto, Ford Zetec, Rover K-Series and motorcycle units.
Synopsis
The step-by-step guide to building YOUR dream sports car on a budget. The Tiger Avon is a high-quality, high-performance cycle-wing roadster, while the GTO is a sleek new design. Both models are based on readily available Ford Sierra mechanical components with a choice of independent or live axle rear suspension. Engine wise, you can use a straight 4 or V8 of your choice, including Ford Pinto, Ford Zetec, Rover K-Series or even motorcycle units.
Contents
- Introduction & thanks 7
- Using this book & essential information 9
- Safety, tools & FAQs 11
- Chapter 1: Component sources 17
- Chapter 2: Raw materials 24
- Chapter 3: GRP bodywork 27
- Chapter 4: Interior 53
- Chapter 5: Motorcycle engines 59
- Chapter 6: Chassis & wishbones 64
- Chapter 7: IVA (Individual Vehicle Approval) 81
- Chapter 8: Assembly 84
- Chapter 9: Wiring diagrams 127
- Chapter 10: Owning a Tiger 131
- Chapter 11: Racing your Tiger 142
- Chapter 12: GTA (Grand Tourer Avon) – bodywork 151
- Appendices 161