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November 29, 2011 at
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A very wise person once told me (Ok, I read it somewhere, can't remember where, but it made sense to me) to "fill your library before you fill your garage." So I would like to add to my library. What are good books relating to sprint cars and sprint car racing for someone looking to get a sprint car and learn?
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November 29, 2011 at
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Anything Dave Argabright authored.
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November 29, 2011 at
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Look at the HOF web site and check out the books they have. Anything written by Bob Mays is a sure enjoyment in the history of midwest sprint car racing.
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November 29, 2011 at
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November 29, 2011 at
06:42:38 PM by Hannity
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Posted By: Eric Smith on November 29 2011 at 03:00:16 PM
A very wise person once told me (Ok, I read it somewhere, can't remember where, but it made sense to me) to "fill your library before you fill your garage." So I would like to add to my library. What are good books relating to sprint cars and sprint car racing for someone looking to get a sprint car and learn?
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Are you looking for technical books?
Stevie Smith Autosports, www.ssapubl.com, produces a book called Sprint Car Chassis Technology. To date, this is the only sprint car setup book that I am aware of. You can also find this book on E-Bay or at most well known speed shops, such as BR Motorsports or Speedway Motors.
The book is a good overview, especially for a beginner. Some of the setup advice is "dated", such as the torsion bar and shock suggestions, but the basics, such as rear end alignment, blocking, etc., still apply to present day racing.
Unfortunately, sprint cars are not only a challenge to drive, but there isn't a lot of free knowledge out there. There are plenty of people, like myself, who are willing to make suggestions, but at the end of the day, most of us are still learning ourselves. It's tough!
If you decide to get involved and ultimately purchase a car, I would find an established team (preferrably one that has a proven track record) and ask them to help you square up your car, verify that your torsion bar stops aren't going to fall off, and then establish a baseline setup. If you can get them to accompany you to a practice night, that's even better!
Good luck!
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November 29, 2011 at
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Reply to:
Posted By: Eric Smith on November 29 2011 at 03:00:16 PM
A very wise person once told me (Ok, I read it somewhere, can't remember where, but it made sense to me) to "fill your library before you fill your garage." So I would like to add to my library. What are good books relating to sprint cars and sprint car racing for someone looking to get a sprint car and learn?
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LONE WOLF--DIALED IN--BOBBY THE BABE AND ME--OUT LAW SPRINT CAR RACER---THERE ARE SO MANY BUT THESE TELL ALOT ABOUT THINGS BEHIND THE SCEEN---MY FAVORITE IS OUTLAW SPRINT CAR RACER--
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November 30, 2011 at
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Posted By: linbob on November 29 2011 at 07:05:54 PM
LONE WOLF--DIALED IN--BOBBY THE BABE AND ME--OUT LAW SPRINT CAR RACER---THERE ARE SO MANY BUT THESE TELL ALOT ABOUT THINGS BEHIND THE SCEEN---MY FAVORITE IS OUTLAW SPRINT CAR RACER--
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Find a copy of "Stand on the Gas" by Joe Scalzo. It was published in the early '70s if I recall correctly.
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November 30, 2011 at
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The best book on racing ever:
'The Racing Driver' by Denis Jenkinson
http://www.amazon.com/Racing-Driver-Driving-Denis-Jenkinson/dp/0837602017/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1322667557&sr=8-1
Rome wasn't built in a day......but they sure didn't
waste any time burning it down!
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November 30, 2011 at
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AJ Foyts book was very good and so was Marios !!!
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