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Book Review: How to Tune and Modify Engine Management Systems

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I've already tried that site, if you click on it and go a step further it tells you that the book is out of stock. As with the 4 or 5 other places that offer it. That probably didn't take you that long to find, it didn't for me either. I took the ISBN and searched through google, altavista, yahoo, dogpile, msn, and about every other book search I could find. I wouldn't suggest trying to find it yourself unless you don't mind wasting a couple hours like I did. I was merely asking if anyone "already" knew anything about it.
And maybe it's possible that no one on this site has ever gotten their hands on one of these books to critique it.
 
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Just wanted to let you guys know about a book I found on Buschurracing.com. It's called Modifying Your Mitsubishi Powered DSM & EVO's 4G63. The Book is written by David Peterson with Buschur Racing. I just ordered it today so I haven’t been able to look at it yet but it looks like if will be pretty awesome. The website is http://ithacapress.com/davidpetersonbooks/ or there is a link off of Buschurracing.com. Has anyone else gotten it or heard of it? I think that it must have just come out.
 
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Hey guy I know that this is a really old post and the book you are talking about is gone but their is a new book called Modifying Your Mitsubishi Powered DSM & EVO's 4G63. The Book is written by David Peterson with Buschur Racing. I just ordered it today so I haven’t been able to look at it yet but it looks like if will be pretty awesome. The website is http://ithacapress.com/davidpetersonbooks/ or there is a link off of Buschurracing.com.
 
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In today's modern, fuel-injected cars, understanding engine management systems is a very important step in unlocking the power in any modern high-performance car. Knowing how these systems work can mean the difference between spectacular numbers at the drags or on the dyno, or a spectacular meltdown from improper tuning.

"How to Tune and Modify Engine Management Systems," by Jeff Hartman is an excellent introduction into the world of EMS tuning. In the span of 270 pages, spread over 27 chapters, he starts from the very beginning in the world of carburetors before he brings you up to speed with the development of fuel injection, engine management sytems, the components of a complete EMS, how to modify existing EMS's, and finally brings it all together when he gets to standalone systems. As a bonus, he documents twelve EMS projects that range from simple EFI upgrades to turbo conversions to unconventional engine swaps.

Hartman's writing, while starting fom the beginning, will not insult your intelligence, and makes the assumption that you already know at the very least how basic bolt-on's will improve an engine's performance. Instead, he tackles the task of teaching EMS as if you are a more traditional carburetor guy who wants to upgrade to fuel injection. He explains terms like peak-and-hold injectors. He breaks down the difference between throttle body and multi-port fuel injection. He explains the difference between narrowband and wideband oxygen sensors. He states that an EMS is not as complicated as it appears to be, and by the time you're finished reading the last chapter, you'll see that he's proven his point..

If you're looking to further your knowledge of tuning past how to set up your SAFC or your MAF Translator, this is definitely one book to add to your library. This won't make you a master tuner by any stretch of the imagination, but it will lead you in the right direction, and help you ask the right questions.

Available at:

Amazon.com
Border's
Barnes & Noble
Waldenbooks
 
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I personally own this book and let me tell you it is great. I have read many books, articles, forums, etc on tuning. This book by far opened up my eyes. There is a massive wealth of technical knowledge in this book that is exsplained extremely well. Add to this the actual examples at the end of this book and it is WELL WORTH THE MONEY.
 
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I'm an old carb guy and this book was recommended to me by a buddy last year when my project was under way. It has proven invaluable for a better understanding of what's going on. Helped me a lot with grasping the concept of DSMLink and what I was seeing in the logs and how to adjust things.


Great post.

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Great post Armando. I actually skimmed through this the last time I was at Borders and it had some very useful tidbits. Even if you don't use a standalone there are some helpful hints in there to guide you in the right direction.
 
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Nice post, I'm going to pick this up for sure. Anyone else have any books that would be good for a newb to look into buying?
 
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There are two other books that I have and would greatly recommend to anybody getting into the hobby. The best one is "Maximum Boost" by Corky Bell. This book is the turbo lover's bible and highly recommended. The other is "Auto Math Handbook" by John Lawlor. It has numberous automotive formulas you need for both engines and suspensions. This book also gives very good examples and drawings to exsplain the formulas.
 
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I have that book, I've probably read it a dozen times. It's definitely a good book for beginners.
 
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Fantastic book, had it shortly after it came out and pretty much, it's all there. It'll really help anyone trying to tune their car. It's a LOT of info, but worth every buck. I might need to replace mine soon in fact.

Only problem is he constantly refers to Bob Norwood as a "supertuner". Now damned be me if I don't think he IS... but you get sick or reading phrases like "Supertuners like Bob Norwood", or "Bob Norwood, supertuner."

Still though, that FAR from any reason not to buy the book. Its pretty much the "EMS Bible".
 
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I completely realize this is a late post, but Andy informed me of this very recently. I thought I might add to the discussion. I know this has been discussed before, but I cannot seem to find the link to support my statement:



http://www.dsmtalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=164607&highlight=amazon
http://www.wincom.net/trog/autocross/books.html
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_b...alias=stripbooks&field-keywords=turbocharging




Reading Material:



Modifying Your Mitsubishi Powered DSM & EVO's 4G63
By David Peterson

Engine Management: Optimizing Modern Fuel and Ignition Systems
By Dave Walker

Maximum Boost: Designing, Testing, and Installing Turbocharger Systems
by Corky Bell

Turbochargers
By Betty MacInnes





A random interesting link I came across in my searching:


http://www.holset.co.uk/files/2_3_1-how a turbocharger works.php
 
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