I've been doing some work on a "Beginner's Guide to Hotrodding". We'll be organizing articles, websites, and discussions for beginner hotrodders, and placing them all in one list that will be prominently posted here in the Introduction to Hotrodding forum.
Here's what we've got so far. Most of this stuff is straight out of our Knowledge Base.
If there are any articles, websites, discussions, or other resources that you would like to add to this list, please suggest them in this thread.
Articles for beginners:
Cooling System Overview
Exhaust and Emissions Systems Overview
Nitrous Oxide Basics
Fuel System Overview
Engine System Overview
How Camshafts Work
Basic Carburetor Functioning
How Turbochargers Work
Types of Rocker Arms
Types of Valve Lifters
Engine Displacement Basics
Cooling System Basics
Common Induction System Terms
Common Carburetor Terms
Horsepower and Torque Basics
Cleaning and Checking Engine Blocks
Motor Related Rodding Terms
Engine Basics: Detonation and Pre-Ignition
Ignition Timing 101
How Differentials Work
How Clutches Work
How Gear Ratios Work
How Torque Converters Work
Drive Train System Overview
How Brakes Work
How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work
How Power Brakes Work
Brake System Overview
Steering and Suspension System Overview
How to Do Basic Body Filler and Paint Work
Paint Terms
Tools for the Basic Autobody Shop
Basic Painting Dont's
Effective Wet Sanding
Body Related Rodding Terms
Hot Rod Body Styles
Overview of Electrical Systems
Electrical Systems Primer
Basic Electrical Tips
Basic Automotive Electricity
How Automobile Ignition Systems Work
A/C and Heater System Overview
How Tires Work
Chassis Related Rodding Terms
What is Horsepower?
What is a VIN?
How Horsepower Works
Rodding Slang
Dictionary of Automotive Terms
Websites for beginners
http://www.HowStuffWorks.com
http://www.GrapeApeRacing.com
http://www.500cid.com
Here's what we've got so far. Most of this stuff is straight out of our Knowledge Base.
If there are any articles, websites, discussions, or other resources that you would like to add to this list, please suggest them in this thread.
Articles for beginners:
Cooling System Overview
Exhaust and Emissions Systems Overview
Nitrous Oxide Basics
Fuel System Overview
Engine System Overview
How Camshafts Work
Basic Carburetor Functioning
How Turbochargers Work
Types of Rocker Arms
Types of Valve Lifters
Engine Displacement Basics
Cooling System Basics
Common Induction System Terms
Common Carburetor Terms
Horsepower and Torque Basics
Cleaning and Checking Engine Blocks
Motor Related Rodding Terms
Engine Basics: Detonation and Pre-Ignition
Ignition Timing 101
How Differentials Work
How Clutches Work
How Gear Ratios Work
How Torque Converters Work
Drive Train System Overview
How Brakes Work
How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work
How Power Brakes Work
Brake System Overview
Steering and Suspension System Overview
How to Do Basic Body Filler and Paint Work
Paint Terms
Tools for the Basic Autobody Shop
Basic Painting Dont's
Effective Wet Sanding
Body Related Rodding Terms
Hot Rod Body Styles
Overview of Electrical Systems
Electrical Systems Primer
Basic Electrical Tips
Basic Automotive Electricity
How Automobile Ignition Systems Work
A/C and Heater System Overview
How Tires Work
Chassis Related Rodding Terms
What is Horsepower?
What is a VIN?
How Horsepower Works
Rodding Slang
Dictionary of Automotive Terms
Websites for beginners
http://www.HowStuffWorks.com
http://www.GrapeApeRacing.com
http://www.500cid.com