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Camshafts – explained by Ralph Hosier

The knowledge: Camshafts

Ralph Hosier tells you all you need to know about camshafts...
 
 
Cutaway engine drawing, in this case a four-cylinder, 16valve, DOHC

Four-stroke petrol engine

Ever wondered how a four-stroke petrol engine actually works? Wonder no longer...
 
 
ABS warning light

The knowledge: ABS

Ever wondered how ABS works and what it's for? Wonder no longer...
 
 

Overdrives

This brilliant add-on is largely confined to classics now; but what were its benefits, and how easy is it to keep in perfect working order?
 
 
Beating panels at Contour Autocraft

Restoration workshops

Whether you’re an experienced amateur restorer or a complete novice, there are courses, books and DVDs available to get you started or to hone your skills
 
 

Electric cars

Electric or hybrid cars are the future, we are told (at least until hydrogen fuel cells are fully developed), but it’s often forgotten that they had their day before, outselling petrol cars in USA in 1899/1900 and even setting the World Land Speed Record
 
 
Triumph Stag with hardtop

Hardtops

Make your open-top classic cosy for winter with a stylish hardtop
 
 
 

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