The Automotive Restorers Guide: From an engine rebuild to having a key cut. Save time and money on the restoration of parts and services, for cars and (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781838132347)

Don't Start Your Classic Car or Motorcycle Restoration Project Without This Services & Suppliers Guide

When it comes to who you can trust with your classic car or motorcycle parts, the English author SW Barratt has already done the hard work for you. He's used his 16+ years of restoration experience to catalogue trusted contacts that will handle your valuable classic/vintage parts with care and a professional attitude. This services & suppliers directory features mainly English companies.

He created this DIYer contacts bible, so you won't waste time and money searching for who you can trust. A large amount is covered, from simple things like finding a supplier to get the correct sized battery for your classic car or motorcycle to having specialist laser welding on parts. From having a key cut to a full engine rebuild, so much is covered.

Each company comes with a description of its services, so there is no confusion, additionally, the book is in alphabetical order by service for easy reference. This book also includes information on a discounted courier service so that the guide can be used worldwide. There are also details about the largest, independent and well-established automotive vintage and classic insurers in the U.K.

In addition, the author has included useful tips and information on different aspects of rebuilding that he ran into. For example, information on the difference between chemical brightening and chrome plating. Additionally from repairing a damaged crankshaft, or who to use for metal polishing on fragile aluminum sections of trim. He also includes an article on one of the largest electronic ignition systems for cars, boats and agricultural machinery.

Read what others are saying:

Fuzz Townshend
TV presenter of 'Car SOS' & motoring journalist for 'Classic Car Weekly'
"I think it's a great idea, it's in use in our office as an easy reference guide".

Mr Simon Haynes
Director of John Haynes Independent Mercedes-Benz specialist, regarded as one of the world's foremost classic Mercedes restoration specialist, established over 40 years.
"An informative guidebook for locating many parts restoration & engineering services".

The Automotive Restorers Guide as seen in:

• Classic Car Weekly
• Heritage car insurance blog
• Mercedes-Benz Owners magazine
• Practical Classics magazine

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Author: S. W. Barratt
ISBN-10: 1838132341
ISBN-13: 9781838132347
Publisher: Sb Helpful Media
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2021
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.17d