Automotive Cooling Systems High-Performance
High-Performance Automotive Cooling Systems
Livre en anglais de John F. Kershaw, EdD, PhD
In High-Performance Automotive Cooling Systems, author Dr. John Kershaw explains the basics of a cooling system’s operation, examines coolant and radiator options, explains how to manage coolant speed through your engine and why it is important, examines how to manage airflow through your radiator, takes a thorough look at cooling fans, and finally uses all this information in the testing and installation of all these components.
Pages : 128
Illustrations : 349 color photos & illustrations
Publisher : CarTech
ISBN : 9781613255049
High-Performance
Automotive Cooling Systems
Livre en anglais de John F. Kershaw, EdD, PhD
In High-Performance Automotive Cooling Systems, author Dr. John Kershaw explains the basics of a cooling system’s operation, examines coolant and radiator options, explains how to manage coolant speed through your engine and why it is important, examines how to manage airflow through your radiator, takes a thorough look at cooling fans, and finally uses all this information in the testing and installation of all these components.
Pages : 128
Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)
Format : Paperback / softback
Illustrations : 349 color photos & illustrations
Publisher : CarTech
ISBN : 9781613255049
Chapter 1: Engine Cooling System Basic OperationThermodynamics Thermodynamic Laws Thermal Expansion Pressure Heat Transfer Cooling System Operation Cooling System Components Chapter 2: Coolant Selection Coolant Is Antifreeze and Water Antifreeze Types Antifreeze Components Waterless Glycerol-Based Coolant BeCool Coolant Coolant Service Chapter 3: Radiators Radiator DesignRadiator Materials Radiators Types Pressurized Cooling System Closed Cooling System Aftermarket Overflow Tank OEM Radiator Design and Testing Radiator Selection Radiator Inefficiency Chapter 4: Coolant Flow Centrifugal Water Pump Components Centrifugal Water Pump Operation HydraulicsWater Pump Design Issues Water Pump Construction High-Performance Water Pumps Electric Water Pumps Thermostats Thermostat Selection Coolant Hoses Chapter 5: Radiator AirflowAirflowAirflow to Remove Heat Radiator Shrouds Chapter 6: Cooling Fans General Cooling Fan Information Modified Stock and Race Car Cooling Fan Issues Viscous Clutch Electric Fans Electric Cooling Fan ControlCooling Fan Selection Chapter 7: Basic System Diagnosis Information Gathering Inspections Diagnostic System Checks Intermittent Electrical Conditions Isolate Root Cause, Repair, and Verify Fix Engine Overheating Diagnostics Pressure Testing a Cooling System Thermostat Diagnosis Thermostat Service Checking Coolant Protection Hose Service Water Pump Service Drive Belt Tension and Replacement Radiator Replacement Head Gasket Replacement Heater Core Replacement Cooling System Design and Service Issues Chapter 8: Installation Coolant System Flow ReviewWiring Harness Water Pump SelectionWater Pump InstallationThermostat, Inlet, and Outlet Selection Coolant Hoses Radiator SelectionElectric Cooling Fans Expansion and Overflow Tanks Coolant