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Author Topic: Limited Reprint: How to Prepare the Sierra for Motorsport!  (Read 854 times)
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« on: December 19, 2010, 01:57:28 PM »


Through a lot of conversations, negotiation, and agreements, Ford granted permission to do a limited reprint of How To Prepare the Sierra for Motorsport!

They did this to support their enthusiasts. 

Now, the original draft of the book is long gone, so the reprint is a reproduction of an original book.  I have a proof at my desk, and the quality is quite good. 

Very few changes were made to the book.  The cover was updated to reflect the right type of car (the older reprint had a sapphire, this has a RS500) and the table of contents was updated to include page numbers (rather than just chapter numbers).  It’s a 7x10 book, so it’s big enough to see the pictures.  151 pages in all. 

To purchase it (in time for the holidays if your sig. other needs ideas!), go to:
https://www.createspace.com/3524955

The list price is $19.95 but you can get 10% off by using discount code: VWMXNLAB


You can also get it from Amazon.com, but that discount won't apply.  Shipping might be better though, so it might even out for ya:
http://www.amazon.com/Prepare-Sierra-Motorsport-Motor-Company/dp/0983189404/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1292783029&sr=8-2

It's limited to a 200-copy run so don't wait too long. 

For those that don’t know what this book is, it is Ford’s 150+ page, original manual on how to convert an off-the-shelf Sierra to a homologated Group N or A Rally car.  It covers every aspect of the car, from structure to brakes, suspension to wheels, etc.  It’s quite comprehensive.  I referenced an old copy often as I was setting my XR up for road racing. 

Here’s the table of contents from the book:

CONTENTS
Disclaimer
Introduction
Regulations - International, National and Sporting
Body Shell, Fittings and Skid Shields
Engine and Engine Cooling
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Wheels and Tyres
Drive Line - Transmission, Final Drive and Drive Shafts
Brakes
Clutch
Fuel Supply
Exhaust System
Steering
Electrical
Instrumentation
Vehicle Build Specifications




This reprint is a project of mine - I reached out to ford, got tossed around for a few months, got their permission, paid to have it digitally remastered, paid for the ISBN number, paid to have it printed, and am responsible for royalties.  There's VERY little profit in this - it's more to help perpetuate a great car and a great resource.  I didn't get into cars to get rich :-). 

Cheers,
Peter
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« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2010, 03:04:41 PM »

Welcome Peter, you done well there
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« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2010, 07:02:08 AM »

nice one mate just ordered mine from amazon

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« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2010, 08:37:37 AM »

Thanks Gents!  Let me know if you have any questions or I can help with anything.
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Now get back to doin what y'good at best bein doin


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« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2010, 12:37:25 PM »

That looks cracking Peter! I wonder if the Mrs has spent all her money yet  Grin
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« Reply #5 on: January 06, 2011, 10:45:45 PM »

got mine now and have to say on the whole it is really good quality
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« Reply #6 on: January 07, 2011, 07:18:34 AM »

Jaffa,  thanks for the feedback and I'm glad you like it.  Enjoy!

Peter
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« Reply #7 on: January 07, 2011, 10:42:07 AM »

Ooooo cool, I can give Doug his copy back and buy my own now  Grin
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