Custom Auto Electronics and Auto Electrical Reference Manual

by Frank "Choco" Munday and Munday

Clearly labelled and cross-referenced chapters guide you through the basics of auto electronics, the charging system, starting and ignition systems. A special chapter is devoted to rewiring your vehicle using either a custom-made wiring harness or a popular aftermarket harness. Contains an extensive chapter on troubleshooting modern electronic systems. Sftbd., 8 1/2x 11, 262 pgs., 140 b&w ill.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 094939873X
• ISBN13: 9780949398734
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Graffiti Publications (AU)
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 11.4"

Customer Reviews

The best advice.

This is a great book for anyone interested in Auto electrical/electronics.This book explains everything from basic electricity to custom wiring your next auto project.There is also a troubleshooting guide that will help you find the fault and correct it.This book is thoroughly researched and the author knows what he is talking about.Even though I dont know much about auto electrical/auto electronics I found this book a great book to learn from.This book has so much to offer.If you are building a hot rod or street machine this book is ideal.Its a good size book and good value for under $20.

Read your way out of the darkness.....

I never was keen on tackling auto electrics, so when car manufacturers began introducing electronics, then computers, the eyes glazed over, and new car purchases were limited to pre -1976 models. Then, while browsing, a book about my automotive twilight zone was offered. It was described as understandable by trained monkeys. (or words to that effect.) I knew that sub-contracting the electricals for my three planned "clubman" sportscars would stretch the budget. I needed help. The table of contents looked good, the editorial review looked promising, then my discovery that the author lived a localtelephone call away decided it for me. If I couldn't understand his book, the author could hardly deny a plea for assistance. I ordered a copy. Good move! After a short read, all my forebodings melted away. Following the book, I sorted out the bats-nest of under-dash electricals in my work-truck with ease. It looks a professional job, and I actually understood what I was doing and enjoyed doing it. The book paid for itself many times over on that one job. Instead of dreading the prospect, I'm now impatient to design and fabricate the wiring looms for my Toyota 4A-GE powered Locosts. The "black-boxes" sprouting forests of wires no longer un-nerve me. There are sections covering every aspect of such a project. The required information is well-indexed, and is presented clearly and concisely. When I first flipped through the book, I was almost overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information. I soon discovered that it is one of the best reference books (of any subject) I have ever seen. It is only necessary to know what you want to do, not how to do it. Use the extensive index to find part of your project, and when you have a question, it will be the key to a cross-reference to the next step. Wire gauges, fuse ratings, component specifications and limitations, safety requirements, sensors, diagnostics,...all are comprehensively dealt with in jargon free text that you and I (and trained monkeys and politicians probably) will find easy to follow. Want to see for yourself? Search the title, click on the "table of contents". Impressive. I never did have to call Mr. Munday for help, but I called to thank him and ask how he was able to write such a perfect book. He is a professional freelance Technical Author who writes Technical Manuals, User Guides, Instructions, etc on almost any technical subject to make them comprehensible forthe layman.(and trained monkeys and politicians) His hobby is hot-rodding. I can't recommend his book highly enough, it really is a "must have" for anyone working at any level on automotive electrical or electronics,...from the dead-set novice like me, to the professional technician.

The best short cut to auto electronics ever written

This book starts with the basics and ends with the most comprehensive guide to auto electronics ever written. The most complex computer controlled systems are explained in detail and in a way in which even a trained monkey can understand. Custom building your own automotive electronic/electrical system is a snap, regardless of the level of technology involved. All the readers questions are answered, the tables of contents, indexes and lists make it easy to get to the topic you want. Including wiring, ignition systems, fuel injection systems, customising electrical systems, conversions - there's even a radio wiring section! This book is essential material for the auto enthusiast and trained technician alike. You will no longer be in the dark when it comes to modern automotive electrical/electronic systems in all types of factory and custom built vehicles.