TexRiv_63 Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 I have seen the Dyke's books mentioned many time as a great technical reference tool for prewar cars. I am looking at a 1932 manual, would that cover everything applicable to my 28 Pierce? This one is a large book that also covers motorcycles, tractors, etc., is this the one I should be looking at? Any help is appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 Dykes generally cover more general info such as mechanical theory, clutches, engines etc. More a book explaining how things work and how to repair, maintain and adjust than extensive info on any particular make. Very educational but often of limited use for a particular car. We have several earlier editions but not sure I've seen a '32. If reasonable I'd buy it in any case. You won't regret it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearchoclatetown Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 Do a google, there's one online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Albert Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 I find dykes gives you how ie a carburator works in generial, then if there is something different with a packard or a ford it would go into that difference and how that worked.. but it is a very useful book i have 2 copies a 1947, and a 1936. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1929Chrysler Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Restorer32, what do you do when you run into a vehicle that has no service manual and you have no specific material related to that car? For example, Chrysler had no service manuals in the 20's only the owners manual that gives very basic information. I wonder if the dealerships back then had special service manuals only available to them? If they did I'm sure they would be worth a bundle today!!Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryJ Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Don, I have a 1940 edition of Dyke's. It is an invaluable part of my literature collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnArthurSpinks Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 For those that may be interested I have the following Dyke's Automobile and gasoline engine encyclopedias:14th edition published 192617th edition published 193520th edition published 1943.If these have information that someone may need then please feel free to contact me via email johnspinks@dodo.com.au.RegardsJohn SpinksAustralia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ply33 Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: nearchoclatetown</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Do a google, there's one online. </div></div>Looks like you can browse it on line or download a PDF of the 1911 edition:http://books.google.com/books?hl=en&...=result#PPP1,M1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted September 5, 2008 Author Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thanks to all who responded, I have purchased the 1932 edition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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