Up for consideration is this Original 1960 edition of Motor Service’s New Automotive Encyclopedia, 4th edition, by the former publishers of Dykes Automobile Encyclopedia, (copyright 1960), and is in Excellent condition, cover worn, pages in Very Nice shape.
It teaches the “Fundamental Principles of Operation and Basic Service Procedures” and is a complete all in one manual. As only the Dykes people can explain it, this book may be the one Profusely Illustrated Book you have been looking for!
This book would apply to these cars of that era: Buick, American Bantam, Auburn, Austin, Cord, Graham, Hupmobile, LaFayette, LaSalle, Zephyr, Overland, Pierce Arrow, Reo, Terraplane, Cadillac, Chevy, Chrysler, Clipper, Continental, Crosley, Desoto, Dodge, Ford, Frazer, Henry J., Hudson, Imperial, Jeep, Kaiser, Lincoln, Mercury, Nash, Olds, Packard, Plymouth, Pontiac, Rambler, Studebaker, T-Bird, and Willys cars
This neat book is 600 + pages long and is filled with the whole repair side of the automobile.
Its 12 chapters covers these subjects: Automotive Engines, Carbs and Fuels, Starting/Lighting/Ignition, Steering and Wheel Alignment, Clutches/Trannys/Final Drives, Auto A/C (new for the 1950’s), Body Repairing/Refinishing, Shop Layout/Tools/Equipment, Auto Repair Kinks, Autos of America and Statistics, and.....27 years of Mechanical and Tune Up Specs (1933-1960)!
As you can see from the pictures below, it has really nice photos of all aspects of the car repair side. If you know of the quality of Dykes manuals, do not let this book pass you by…..it is the same great informative reading. Very Interesting reading, and a nice addition to anyone's auto collection.
Again, this is in Excellent condition, cover worn, pages in Very Nice shape.....even comes with its Original dust cover!
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My Book Ratings are as follows:
Mint: New or Like New condition, The overall condition of the book shows little or no sign of use.
Near Mint: The pages are crisp and/or white, and the binding & cover strong & nearly unmarked
Excellent (+) Plus: The pages are not torn, missing or abused. The binding & cover are strong with minimal or little wear.
Excellent: The pages are not torn or missing, but may be slightly dirty or have some greasy prints. The binding & cover are strong , showing only some wear at the corners.
Very Good: The pages are all intact and not abused, but may be frayed at the edge and possibly greasy or dirty from use. The binding & cover are strong but with fraying and/or stains/marks on the cover.
Good: The pages are all there, but with signs of much use. Some may be taped, slightly torn, or show a lot of greasy prints or dirt. The binding & cover are intact, but may be loose or has much fraying at the edges.
Fair: The pages are all there, but may be loose from the binding, torn and/or very dirty from use. The cover & binding are much to be desired, although the book is very much readable and useful for repairs.