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Maximum Boost: Designing, Testing and Installing Turbocharger Systems (Engineering and Performance) Paperback – August 10, 1997

by Corky Bell (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 224 ratings
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Whether youre interested in better performance on the road or extra horsepower to be a winner on the track, this book gives you the knowledge you need to get the most out of your engine and its turbocharger system. Find out what works and what doesnt, which turbo is right for your needs, and what type of set-up will give you that extra boost. Bell shows you how to select and install the right turbo, how to prep your engine, test the systems, and integrate a turbo with EFI or carbureted engine.
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"Maximum Boost by Corky Bell presents a wealth of knowledge on the modern turbocharger and its applications. The turbo world has long needed an up-to-date resource like this, and Maximum Boost will not disappoint."

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Robert Bentley, Inc; 41097th edition (August 10, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0837601606
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0837601601
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.36 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.78 x 0.61 x 10.41 inches
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El libro abarca muy bien el tema de los turbos.
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El libro abarca muy bien el tema de los turbos.
Excelente libro, cubre muy bien Todos los aspectos de los turbocargadores, definitivamente no es para principiantes por la terminologia que maneja pero si se entiende muy bien.
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joo
5.0 out of 5 stars A absolut must if you are geting in to tuning cars!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2022
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Regardless of this books age, it is still the absolute best published book you can buy to understand not only how turbochargers and forced induction work but also solid theory and design. Its also very well laid out, easy to understand and packed with knowledge. Defiantly not a fluff book!!
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Taylor W Strack
5.0 out of 5 stars Great fundementals book for developing a upgraded turbo systems
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2014
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I read some reviews that this book contains too much engineering math. It's "techy". Well those folks that fear a high school calculator and rather squander their money on questionable upgrades for a dyno queen needn't buy this book. Go with what your mechanic guy told you.

Those that aspire to develop a upgraded turbo system with confidence of achieving a well-balanced result this is the book for you. In fact I believe this book isn't techy enough as much of the empirical date upon which these methods are based are not well documented. Nevertheless deriving everything down to bare bones fundamentals is not the intent of the book. It's intended to provide you with a solid foundation on how to develop or refine a turbo system.

Especially interesting for me was learning why turbo charging doesn't significantly challenge a non-turbocharged engine internals. Increasing an engine output by 50-200hp doesn't much hurt the engine? That's not obvious. And comforting learning what needs to be done to build in reliability -- something most gearheads aren't too interested in.

Some folks complain that the book is old fashioned because it referenced turbo carburatored systems. That's not old fashioned, that's being thorough in accommodating those folks interested in safely turbocharging their beloved naturally aspirated car. I'm not one of them but I respect the effort of Corky and hobbyists going down this path. At least this book gives you the tools to make necessary comparisons to the usually less attractive option of re-engining the whole car. Don't need it? Don't read it. It's only about 10% of the book anyway.

This book nicely compliments Graham Bell's Forced Induction book. It's not a substitute. I strongly recommend!
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Kris Farrin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for a thorough understanding of turbo systems
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2014
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This book does a great job of guiding you through the working concepts of a turbo system from start to finish, providing a baseline understanding of all of the related concepts and design aspects. It lies in the often deserted landscape between a high level overview of a subject, and a dry technical engineering manual. It can easily be read for pleasure if you're someone who's technically inclined and interested in the automotive world, even if you never plan on owning or modifying a turbocharged car.

This has long been known as a great work in the auto world, and while some aspects may be a bit dated, the theory is as true today as it ever was.
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Dr. Jass
4.0 out of 5 stars The first step in your turbocharging project.
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2014
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This is a great way to get into the world of turbocharging, almost a must-read in fact. Though much of the information is dated, a turbocharger is still a turbocharger and this will give you a very good idea of where to start. It does not make specific recommendations for engines or combinations, but rather gives you a good starting knowledge upon which you can build. If you're thinking about adding a "hairdryer" to your engine, this is the place to start.
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E. J. Climer
5.0 out of 5 stars Turbo Design 101
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2008
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Wow! Just what I was looking for. Corky has put together a collection of formulas and uncommon sense that is needed to design and build turbo systems. I love it.

I used this book to create an Excel worksheet full of needed design formulas. I can now make tradeoffs and design decisions before I build it, and I have a much better chance of getting what I expect, without a bunch of cut and try and try again attempts.

Corky's book will be a huge help to me, and I imagine it will be to you as well. This may not be the book for someone who is afraid of math, or who does not want to understand something. This book is not a cookbook approach, rather, it is a chef school delivering the reader with enough information to "cook up" his own turbo creation.

If you want the ability and confidence to design and build system that work, and that work the first time, this book will help you.

Gene
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John Z
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book , still reading.
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2022
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Well written , Good book to read and get schooled on turbocharger basics , etc.
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Frank the Tech Head
5.0 out of 5 stars Good info on turbochargers for the beginner and the experienced
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2008
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Mr. Bell continues to produce excellent information on auto engine modifications in this book. The only suggestion I would make is an update to the book to include sections on the latest technology coming out of the manufactures today like Direct Injection and ECU's with advanced mico processor technology.

Mr. Bell explains the turbocharger and systems associated with turbochargers in a very detailed and easy to understand format and I would highly recommend this book to both the DIY novice and the experienced gear head but not a person who is looking to advance their engineering knowledge.
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