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Baja Bugs & Buggies: How to Prepare VW-Based Cars for Off-Road Fun and Racing
  The VW Beetle is uniquely suited for off-road use. Its torsion-arm front suspension and lightweight engine and transaxle make it a natural. If you didn't know better, you'd think Dr. Ferdinand Porsche designed the Beetle to race the Baja.
Veteran off-road racer, Jeff Hibbard, details the do's and don'ts of off-road preparation. Whether you build your car for recreation or full-race, this book has a plan for you.
Avoid building a cosmetic off-road car. Learn what breaks and how to prevent it from breaking. Learn how to spend your off-road dollars wisely. This book is a must for sedan and buggy off-roaders alike!
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Engine
Transaxle and clutch
Front suspension and steering
Rear suspension
Frames, roll cages & skid plates
Brakes
Driving lights
Electrical
Wheels and tires
Fuel tanks
Building a Baja Bug
Safety and first aid
Driving tips
Solutions to off-road breakdowns
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PRODUCT DETAILS:- Publisher: HP Books 1983
- Author: Jeff Hibbard
- Binding: Paperback 8½ x 10Ύ inches
- Pages: 160 Over 200 b&w photos and illustrations
- ISBN: 9780895861863
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