Street Rotary: How to Build Maximum Horsepower & Reliability into Mazda
06-23-09, 07:45 AM
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Street Rotary: How to Build Maximum Horsepower & Reliability into Mazda
Anybody read this? Publishing date - May 2009! Haven't picked this up yet, don't know how much new content there is, but it is good to see a newly published book on Rotary Engines.
Available at BarnesandNoble.com for $17.56
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Str...7885494/?itm=2
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The ultimate performance guide to the rotary engines built by Mazda from 1978 to the present. Includes: Engine history and identification • Rotary engine fundamentals • Component selection and modifications • Housings and porting • Rotors, seals, and internals • Intake and fuel systems • Exhaust Systems • Engine management and ignition • Oil and lubrication systems • Forced induction • Nitrous, water and alcohol injection
Biography
Mark Warner is a mechanical engineer who has worked on many complex engineering projects. A lifelong automotive "nut," he has also written technical articles for a variety of automotive publications.
Available at BarnesandNoble.com for $17.56
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Str...7885494/?itm=2
Synopsis
The ultimate performance guide to the rotary engines built by Mazda from 1978 to the present. Includes: Engine history and identification • Rotary engine fundamentals • Component selection and modifications • Housings and porting • Rotors, seals, and internals • Intake and fuel systems • Exhaust Systems • Engine management and ignition • Oil and lubrication systems • Forced induction • Nitrous, water and alcohol injection
Biography
Mark Warner is a mechanical engineer who has worked on many complex engineering projects. A lifelong automotive "nut," he has also written technical articles for a variety of automotive publications.
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That's all the validation I needed before ordering. Thanks!
Found it on Amazon for less = $14.93
http://www.amazon.com/Street-Rotary-...5818192&sr=8-1
Found it on Amazon for less = $14.93
http://www.amazon.com/Street-Rotary-...5818192&sr=8-1
06-24-09, 09:30 AM
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I haven't commented at all on the book, as I haven't had the privilege of reading it yet. I expect to; I've ordered a copy already.
I pointed out an engineering maxim that the book's title apparently contradicts. J_tso directed me to a thread on the subject, which I read, and then came back and commented on.
PS: Who appointed you Ayahtollah of the thread, anyway?
Lighten up, Francis.
Pulu see bagumba!
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i got to leaf thru a friends copy, and i was impressed, it actually looks really accurate and informative.
plus they have AZRR pics, from when peepers was there
plus they have AZRR pics, from when peepers was there
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I got my copy from Amazon for about $15.00. Here's my review to offer for all to read.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. It is a nice addition to my collection and does offer some good history, principles, and performance concepts for the rotary. It has plenty of black and white photos and diagrams demonstrating the various systems and processes of the rotary, in addition to offering some pictures of modified engines and bays. The author does a great job of citing references to reputable companies without advertising for them, and also suggests a few knowledgeable websites (including this one) for readers to visit.
However, it's not all great. It seems that the book is very general; as in, in order to discuss the different generations of rotary engines and their applications, without writing a very, very thick book, it remains vague when discussing modifications. It barely even mentions superchargers, and completely (and admittedly) avoids discussing carburetor applications due to "fuel injection being the future." While I understand the reasoning, I feel that the many years of carbed rotaries should not have been overlooked in this field. Turbochargers are discussed, as well as the concept of converting from n/a to turbo, though no specific information is offered on how to perform the conversion. Again, I understand that there are many varied rotary engines and applications, but I would have gladly paid more for a book that was more thorough and offered more specific details for each and all applications. The vague approach left me feeling like I was learning "what"a rotary can have modified, but not "how" to perform such mods.
Again, in the end, it's a good book and definitely worth its price. It offers plenty of valuable information to rookies and veterans alike, and helps guide the reader with concepts and ideas on how to modify the rotary engine. However, if you're looking for details on modifying specific components/systems, you may find the book lacking.
Price (from Amazon): 5/5
Content: 3/5
Illustrations: 4/5
Overall: 4/5
Overall, I enjoyed the book. It is a nice addition to my collection and does offer some good history, principles, and performance concepts for the rotary. It has plenty of black and white photos and diagrams demonstrating the various systems and processes of the rotary, in addition to offering some pictures of modified engines and bays. The author does a great job of citing references to reputable companies without advertising for them, and also suggests a few knowledgeable websites (including this one) for readers to visit.
However, it's not all great. It seems that the book is very general; as in, in order to discuss the different generations of rotary engines and their applications, without writing a very, very thick book, it remains vague when discussing modifications. It barely even mentions superchargers, and completely (and admittedly) avoids discussing carburetor applications due to "fuel injection being the future." While I understand the reasoning, I feel that the many years of carbed rotaries should not have been overlooked in this field. Turbochargers are discussed, as well as the concept of converting from n/a to turbo, though no specific information is offered on how to perform the conversion. Again, I understand that there are many varied rotary engines and applications, but I would have gladly paid more for a book that was more thorough and offered more specific details for each and all applications. The vague approach left me feeling like I was learning "what"a rotary can have modified, but not "how" to perform such mods.
Again, in the end, it's a good book and definitely worth its price. It offers plenty of valuable information to rookies and veterans alike, and helps guide the reader with concepts and ideas on how to modify the rotary engine. However, if you're looking for details on modifying specific components/systems, you may find the book lacking.
Price (from Amazon): 5/5
Content: 3/5
Illustrations: 4/5
Overall: 4/5
... i do recommend that book 
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