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Often, wiring and electrical work intimidate automotive do-it-yourselfers more than anything else. It's not mechanical, and therefore, it's unfamiliar territory. Electrons are invisible, and to an untrained enthusiast they can do unpredictable things. Finally, here is an enthusiast's guide that takes the mysteries and misunderstandings out of automotive electrical design, modification, diagnostics, and repair. Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems is the perfect book to unshroud the mysteries of automotive electrics and electronic systems. The basics of electrical principles, including voltage, amperage, resistance, and Ohm's law, are revealed in clear and concise detail so the enthusiast understands what these mean in the construction and repair of automotive electrical circuits. All the tools and the proper equipment required for automotive electrical tasks are covered. In addition, this in-depth guide explains how to perform more complex tasks, such as adding new circuits, installing aftermarket electronics, repairing existing circuits, and troubleshooting. It also explains how to complete popular wiring projects, such as adding late-model electronic accessories and convenience items to earlier-model cars, installing relay systems, designing and assembling multi-function circuits and harnesses, and much more. With this book in hand, you will be able to assemble, design, and build single- and multi-function circuits and harnesses, troubleshoot and repair existing circuits, and install aftermarket systems and electronics. Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems is the perfect book for wiring a hot rod from scratch, modifying muscle car electrical circuits for cooling fans and/or power windows, or adding a big stereo and other conveniences to modern performance cars. Review: Well worth the money and an excellent manual to boot - I basically got this book not for a car but for getting some information to help me work on my motorcycle and as I could not find any decent motorcycle specific books including the Haynes manuals that have really gone downhill, I decided to look at automotive books since they are basically the same as far as the automotive principles are concerned. After looking at a few other automotive books including a so-called interactive video which turned out to be a hotch potch collection of PDFs, I finally ordered this book based on the reviews that I read. Boy a do I like it? It is an excellent book that takes you from the very basics to more comples explanations in a properly structured step by step explanations with very clear colour pictures (unlike many others that have grainy and incohesive black and white photos). my only peeve is some of the units are in stone age system that they still use across the pond and it would've been a good idea to show them both (e.g use the old stone age system for the native hill billys but also have the proper units used the world over shown in brackets or atleast have a quick and easy conversion chart in an appendix). Having said that, it does not take away from the actual information and easy to understand approach of the author. I would definitely recommend this book over any other one I have bought and despite the ston age units (not many anyway) I still think this book is worth 5 stars; so well done Mr Candela, maybe you could put a similar manual for motorcycles and I don't mean the Hardly effin Movinson tractors but proper bikes used around the world ;) Review: Excellent - Great modern book. Modern as in lots of colour pictures to explain a tricky subject if you are not a specialist. I have both of these now and a m rewiring a Triking Sports car.






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| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 901 Reviews |
F**W
Well worth the money and an excellent manual to boot
I basically got this book not for a car but for getting some information to help me work on my motorcycle and as I could not find any decent motorcycle specific books including the Haynes manuals that have really gone downhill, I decided to look at automotive books since they are basically the same as far as the automotive principles are concerned. After looking at a few other automotive books including a so-called interactive video which turned out to be a hotch potch collection of PDFs, I finally ordered this book based on the reviews that I read. Boy a do I like it? It is an excellent book that takes you from the very basics to more comples explanations in a properly structured step by step explanations with very clear colour pictures (unlike many others that have grainy and incohesive black and white photos). my only peeve is some of the units are in stone age system that they still use across the pond and it would've been a good idea to show them both (e.g use the old stone age system for the native hill billys but also have the proper units used the world over shown in brackets or atleast have a quick and easy conversion chart in an appendix). Having said that, it does not take away from the actual information and easy to understand approach of the author. I would definitely recommend this book over any other one I have bought and despite the ston age units (not many anyway) I still think this book is worth 5 stars; so well done Mr Candela, maybe you could put a similar manual for motorcycles and I don't mean the Hardly effin Movinson tractors but proper bikes used around the world ;)
W**Z
Excellent
Great modern book. Modern as in lots of colour pictures to explain a tricky subject if you are not a specialist. I have both of these now and a m rewiring a Triking Sports car.
K**Y
Decent book if a little over priced
Try as i might i could not get any of the pictures or diagrams in to focus on my Samsung tablet. When you zoom in it just goes pixelated. Something to consider if you buy for an e reader. Well written and imformative though. Thanks.
E**R
A very explanatory book
The book is a good tool if you want to install new equipment or peharps fix a faulty circuit. great help if u are starting in the world of electrics
K**I
It's got excellent topics. Have not had the chance to read ...
It's got excellent topics. Have not had the chance to read all topics yet. May review my rating at a later date.
M**L
Very good
Very good book especially for beginners
N**R
Five Stars
As described
L**L
Four Stars
My son thinks it looks as if it will really help with his camper van wiring
S**R
Tony Candela's auto wiring books
I've spent the past 50 years give or take working on old cars, trucks and motorcycles (for only my own entertainment.) So much of the electrical was duplicating factory systems but when it came to really understanding the reasons for doing or using certain parts there was a void. I picked up Tony Candela's books and so many things came together after reading them. It also allowed me to do those upgrades like using breakers, fuses and relays PROPERLY, creating a harness that is not going to burn the car to the ground but the best part is now having the knowledge of WHY those things should or should not be done. Both books are written with enough technical jargon and explained theory in such a way that it makes perfect sense but doesn't put you to sleep. A bit of humour and an author that surprised the heck out of me when he personally responded to an e-mail question I had about a custom charging system. If you are also a hotrodder you gotta read these books. I won't call them those cliché words like bible, go to reference or anything....but darn, they are. Thanks Mr. Candela
H**A
Muito bom.
Bem equilibrado entre explicação simplificada e definições técnicas. Atende mesmo a quem tem pouca noção de eletrônica. Ensina fórmulas, técnicas de soldagem, como crimpar cabos, entre outros. Atendeu perfeitamente às expectativas.
P**M
Helpful
Probably not a great book if you know what you are doing. I know cars inside and out, and have even rebuilt differentials and two engines. I don't know squat about wiring and electrical, however. Going back to square one for me was tough to do, ego-wise, but my more or less thorough automotive education has large holes that need to be filled. I am used to working out of manuals and such that are very tech oriented, but I knew zip about the tools and terms used for electrical work. This book got me up to speed enough to allow me to continue self teaching with more advanced manuals. I now understand most of the basics and am no longer reluctant to work on my aging wiring harnesses and connectors. Not a bad purchase at full price, but as a Kindle book it was a steal. At this price, if you do not like it you are not out very much. I though it was very useful and now have a much more evenly balanced skill set.
E**Z
Simple
Básico, en realidad no te enseña a diseñar un círcuito desde cero, solo te dice que es cada componente pero no más... He estado buscando libros más especializados en el tema pero no he encontrado, lo recomiendo solo si no sabes nada del tema.
R**R
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