I bought this book in 2004, I expected a quick fix for my electrical ignorance but I didnt get it. I reread the book a while later and actually paid attention then. I finally got it, if this book has a major flaw it is that it doesnt point out key things about electrical systems very well. Trust me when I say that this book delivers the goods. This is not a perfect book but it is the best diy electrical harness book out there. I have most if not all the books available here and this one is the most useful for diy wiring.
Unless you are willing to spend considerable time reading and absorbing the Theory of relitivity this book is NOT for you. The fact that the author chose to use the Pinto as his subject should be warning enough as it, like this book, leaves MUCH to be desired. Wiring diagrams are small, cluttered, and incomplete. Following (or trying to follow) these diagrams will assure you of one of two things; A Fire or a car that won’t start. The novice who is trying to wire a car from scratch will find that this book was a waste of time. The more experienced car buff who has an electrical problem MIGHT find a solution.
Rating: 2 / 5
Unless you already know how to wire a car and have a thorough knowledge of electricity and electrical fundamentals this book will be absolutely worthless. It will show you how to solder in case you don’t already know how to. Don’t waste the electricity necessary to order it.
Rating: 1 / 5
After reading the first few chapters I believe that is a very good book for beginners and good reference for the pros. My intent is to rewire a 1954 Chevy truck from scratch. I have added many custom components to the truck that no existing diagram will help with. This book will assist me make the right choices as I move forward on the project and it includes enough information to build a harness from the ground up.
The book is slightly dated but is still very usable especially for what I am doing.
I also purchased How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems (Motorbooks Workshop) which complements this book.
#1 by Anonymous on February 15, 2010 - 7:50 pm
how can i write a review if i can’t see the book. you are telling me to review the book, but it is not available for review.
Rating: 1 / 5
#2 by Osorio Batres Silvia Rebeca on February 15, 2010 - 9:14 pm
I bought this book in 2004, I expected a quick fix for my electrical ignorance but I didnt get it. I reread the book a while later and actually paid attention then. I finally got it, if this book has a major flaw it is that it doesnt point out key things about electrical systems very well. Trust me when I say that this book delivers the goods. This is not a perfect book but it is the best diy electrical harness book out there. I have most if not all the books available here and this one is the most useful for diy wiring.
Rating: 4 / 5
#3 by LEROY R HARSKJOLD on February 15, 2010 - 10:28 pm
Unless you are willing to spend considerable time reading and absorbing the Theory of relitivity this book is NOT for you. The fact that the author chose to use the Pinto as his subject should be warning enough as it, like this book, leaves MUCH to be desired. Wiring diagrams are small, cluttered, and incomplete. Following (or trying to follow) these diagrams will assure you of one of two things; A Fire or a car that won’t start. The novice who is trying to wire a car from scratch will find that this book was a waste of time. The more experienced car buff who has an electrical problem MIGHT find a solution.
Rating: 2 / 5
#4 by L. Zugner on February 16, 2010 - 1:21 am
Unless you already know how to wire a car and have a thorough knowledge of electricity and electrical fundamentals this book will be absolutely worthless. It will show you how to solder in case you don’t already know how to. Don’t waste the electricity necessary to order it.
Rating: 1 / 5
#5 by Jeffery F. Hill on February 16, 2010 - 4:18 am
After reading the first few chapters I believe that is a very good book for beginners and good reference for the pros. My intent is to rewire a 1954 Chevy truck from scratch. I have added many custom components to the truck that no existing diagram will help with. This book will assist me make the right choices as I move forward on the project and it includes enough information to build a harness from the ground up.
The book is slightly dated but is still very usable especially for what I am doing.
I also purchased How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems (Motorbooks Workshop) which complements this book.
Rating: 4 / 5