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On 16 Aug 2001, at 12:55, Jaranson, John (J.W.) wrote: > While it is not as simplistic as the "for Dummies" books, I can recommend: > > Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers > Eugene A. Avallone & Theodore Baumeister III > ISBN 0-07-004127-X > McGraw-Hill, Inc > > It is a good general reference that covers all, and I mean ALL, > aspects of mechanical engineering. From space flight to cars to > concrete to wood. It is not cheap, but will look impressive on > the book shelf. My copy is 2 1/4" thick! The book that was recommended to me last night was: Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals John B. Heywood McGraw-Hill ISBN: 007028637X Unfortunately the price is $137.50 even at amazon.com, so I know that a borrowed copy is as close as I'll ever get.... - Jim Adney jadney@vwtype3.org Madison, WI 53711-3054 USA ------------------------------------------------------------------- Search old messages on the Web! Visit http://www.vwtype3.org/list/