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Chicago, Illinois: Arnold, Schwinn & Co., 1945. Classic text commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the Arnold, Schwinn & Co. and its founder, Ignaz Schwinn, who was age eighty-five at time of publication, still an active head of the company which produced the largest volume of cycles in the U.S., and a leader of the American Bicycle Industry. Text traces the invention and development of the bicycle from 1816-1895; the birth of the Arnold, Scwinn & Co. in 1895; famous Scwinn-built bicycles and cycle parts from 1895-1945; machine-paced bicycle racing 1890's-1940's; the American bicycle 1900-1940; the war effort; the origin of Arnold, Schwinn & Co. leadership and standards of service; etc. 94 pgs. Illustrated. Gilt front cover. Very minimal edgeweat. Slight crease to lower corner of rear cover.. First Edition. Stiff Wrappers. Fine/ . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Warrendale, PA.: Society of Automotive Engineers, 1984. Comprehensive reference text presents detailed technical topics covering high temperature adiabatic engine concepts and operations including Cummins/TACOM advanced adiabatic engine; AVI Series III Diesel; Cummins-TARADCOM adiabatic turbocompound engine; capabilities of heat insulated diesel engine; performance analysis; materials; ceramic coatings design; waste energy converters; tribology; component designs; ceramic bearings; combustion/heat transfer; ceramic turbos; etc. 450 pgs. Illustrated. Prior owner's name- stamp on front endpapers & title pg., clean pocket remnant on rear endpaper. Gilt spine and front cover. Minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Ex-Professional Library.

Warrendale, PA.: Society of Automotive Engineers, 1995. Comprehensive reference text provides essential information on the fundamentals of alternative fuels and the factors necessary for evaluating their use. Includes topics covering various alternative fuels; costs of converting, fueling, and operating alternatively-fueled vehicles; performance, reliability, and availability; refueling facilities; conversion of spark and compression ignition engines; etc. 327 pgs. Illustrated. . First Edition. Pictorial Hard Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Albany, New York: Delmar Publishers, 1996. Comprehensive reference text authored by renown automotive expert Jack Erjavec, presents detailed coverage of ABS systems from basic brake concepts and general ABS theory and operation, to general ABE diagnosis and troubleshooting, to detailed diagnostics and service by system. Includes ABS service precautions and traction control diagnostic and service procedures. 170 pgs. Illustrated. Minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Soft Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Bay Shore, N.Y.: SFT Publishing, 1990. Comprehensive text presents detailed marketing strategies, concepts, techniques, and applications for the automotive service industry. Topics covered include: marketing plans; basic and advanced service marketing techniques; sales techniques; determining the size of a market; new car dealers; independent shops; guerilla marketing and positioning; advertising your service business; publicity and public relations; repair shops; keeping the customers you already have; defeating your competition; etc. 405 pgs. . First Edition. Soft Cover. As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: John S. Collins, 1899. Classic comprehensive text presents a detailed history of the Erie Railroad Project, based on an intensive five-year research by the author. Includes topics covering early history of the the New York Railroad; public and private advocates; government route surveys and projects; organization and board of directors; the administrations of Eleazer Lord, James Gore King, James Bowen, William Maxwell, Horatio Allen, Benjamin Loder, Homer Ramsdell, Charles Moran, Samuel Marsh, Robert H. Berdell, John S. Eldridge, Jay Gould, John A.Dix, Peter H. Watson, Hugh J. Jewett, John King, and Eben B. Thomas; building and construction; time-tables; incidents and accidents; management and operations; etc. 511 pgs. Frontispiece. 64 illustrations and 2 maps. Gilt spine (slightly faded) and front cover. Gold-leafed edges. Prior ownership nameplate pastedown on front endpaper, and small label on rear endpaper. Small stamp to lower title page, and barely visible on the outer edge. Average… Read More

Indianapolis, IN.: Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen & Enginemen, 1912. Classic specially bound set contains Volume 52 of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen's Magazine Feb.- June issues published in 1912. Missing from this set is the September and October 1912 issues. Topics covered include locomotive running and repair; air brake;train rules and train practice; industrial; brotherhood; etc.Premium library binding in excellent condition. A few text pages have a slight corner crease. Small stamp to upper corner of front and rear endpaper. Fully illustrated with numerous original articles and advertisements. . . Premium Custom Binding. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Professional Library.

Victoria, Australia: Ellery Publications, 2000. Comprehensive reference text presents a detailed repair and maintenance guide for the Toyota Camry and Holden Apollo vehicles from 1987 through 1992. Contains all aspects of restoration, maintenance, and mechanical repair work. Topics covered include engine maintenance, tune-up, and rebuild; emission control and exhaust system; ignition, starter and alternator systems; carburettor and EFI fuel system; cooling system; manual and automatic transaxle; clutch; steering and suspension systems; heating and air conditioning systems; wheels and tires; brake systems; instrumentation; electrical systems; general information and specifications; etc. Includes wiring diagrams and circuits, diagnostic charts and numerous photo-illustrations. 432 pgs. Illustrated. . First Edition. Soft Cover. As New/ . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Omaha, Nebraska: Kratville Publications, 1969. Classic text presents a history of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad and the development of the Centenary, which opened in Sept.of 1927 known as the Fair of the Iron Horse. Includes coverage of the Hall of Transportation, Exhibit Tracks, Traffic Building, Allied Services Building, the Maryland Pavillion, the Pageant of locomotives and trains. Exquisite reprint of the 1927 second edition classic, bound in a premium quality hardcover binding, printed on glossy paper. Gilt spine and front cover. 210 pgs. Illustrated. Scarce.. Reprint. Premium Custom Binding. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Center Line, Michigan: Chrysler Corporation, 1993. Standard technical manual contains procedures, specifications, instructions, and graphics needed to diagnose powertrain control module (PCM) problems; they are no start, diagnostic trouble code, and no trouble code problems for the PCM. Covers all 1993 & 1994 Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth vehicles. 396 pgs. Illustrated. Minimal shelfwear. Prior owner's name in small print on top corner of front cover.. First Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good/ . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Center Line, Michigan: Chrysler Croporation, 1993. Comprehensive technical reference manual contains specifications, instructions, and graphics to diagnose powertrain control module (PCM) problems: they are no start, diagnostic trouble code, and no trouble code for the PCM. Covers all 1993 & 1994 vehicles equipped with 2.2L/2.5L or flexible fuel engines. 426 pgs. Prior owner's name in small print on top corner of front cover. Minimal shelfwear, top corners slightly bumped.. First Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Mendham, N.J.: The Astragal Press, 1995. This text contains the classic work on coach building in all its branches, reprinted from the 1875 second edition. Included are sections on: drafting, designing, and the construction of the frame and all the wooden parts; smithing of the metal, the springs, platforms, axles, wheel hoops, etc., complete with detailed diagrams; painting, applying designs and ornaments, varnishing, gilding, lettering, trimming; and other miscellaneous interesting and valuable information. 368 pgs. Illustrated.. Reprint. Soft Cover. New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Tucson, Arizona: Aztex Corporation, 1984. Classic comprehensive text details the history of the Corvair's development and production, including a guide to the identification, evaluation and selection through complete restoration. Contains production figures for each year and model, series identification, engine series number, rear axle identification, color trim and paint charts, complete restoration schematics, hub caps, suppliers, etc. 176 pgs. Illustrated with detailed photos and cut-away drawings. Very minimal shelfwear, tiny scuff mark on lower outer edge.. First Edition. Softcover. Excellent. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Sittard, The Netherlands: Centre for the Analysis and Dissemination Of Demonstrated Energy Technologies, 1991. Comprehensive text contains a complete list (current as of October 1991) of electric vehicle makers and their products located in the United States and Europe. Includes manufacturer and vehicle information; detailed specifications on the vehicle, components, and performance. 108 pgs. Illustrated. Minimal shelfwear. Scarce.. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Warrendale, PA.: Society of Automotive Engineers, 1997. Comprehensive text documents international developments in engine technology, fuel technology and system integration for series and parallel hybrid vehicles. Topics addressed include the development of a single shaft parallel hybrid; projected performance of a two-stroke direct injection compound diesel engine with harmonic crankshafts and charge/recovery piston; modeling of hybrid vehicles to estimate fuel economy benefits of parallel series configurations; test bench results of a CVT-equipped powertrain; design of an electrically peaking hybrid vehicle; estimates of the performance of hydrogen-powered hybrid vehicles; etc. 150 pp. Illustrated. Minimal shelf wear. First Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good. Upper edge has minor moisture damage which does not adversely affect the 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Wheatland, Wyoming: Triple R Press, 1970. Fine text is an exact reproduction of the original publication by the Union Pacific Railroad, Omaha, Nebraska, 1909- with three added supplements, a table of the principle divisions of geologic time, and a map showing the location of Como Bluff. Includes a description of the Grand Canyon of the North Platte River- one of the major scenic areas of Wyoming and directions for reaching it. 67 pgs. Illustrated.. Reprint. Original Wraps. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

San Diego, CA.: Jendham Inc., 1998. Comprehensive reference text contains detailed sections on vehicle diagnostics, engine controls, ODBII systems, emission control systems, serial data communications, flash reprogramming, GM powertrain, Pin voltage charts, wiring and vacuum diagrams, etc. for the diagnosis & repair of 1987-1998 GM cars, SUVs, light trucks & vans. 478 pgs. Illustrated. Title/contents pg. has four small margin notes; pg. 9 in introduction has one similar margin note. Does not affect the text. . . Soft Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Boulder, CO.: Pruett Publishing, 1970. Classic railroading collectible presents a historic view of the narrowest of the narrow two-foot gauge railroad that hauled gold ore from the mines in the "Little Kingdom of Gilpin"above Central City to the ore-processing mills in Blackhawk, Colorado. Includes 108 historic photos, 3 maps (1 in full color), sketches, and scale drawings of cars and Shay locomotives. Frontispiece drawing by Casey Holtzinger; half-title pg. frontispiece full color by Howard Fogg. 112 pgs. Decorative endpapers. Prior owner's name on front endpaper. Dustjacket has two small closed tears on top front edge, and one on lower spine taped by prior owner. Dustjacket in mylar. Very minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Pictorial Hard Cover. Fine/Very Good. Illus. by Fogg,Howard. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: Air Cargo News, 1988. Comprehensive reference text contains a detailed history of the world's leading airports, all of which share membership in the Airport Operators Council International. Includes topics covering aviation art and memorabilia representative of the world's great airports; aviation history and airport development; advertising and marketing; etc. 804 pgs. Profusely illustrated. Very minimal shelfwear.Heavy item.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

London, England: Ian Allen Ltd., 1978. Classic sequel to the author's first Highland Railway book, contains numerous black&white photo illustrations of the "Big Bens", "Castles", "Clans", "Barneys", Four and Six coupled engines, Stanier Class 5, LNE engines, etc. 128 pgs. Illustrated. Inside lower corner of front dustajcket clipped. Dustjacket in mylar.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.