[PontiacJim]

Jim Hand’s first book, "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", was published from 2003 till about 2012 by CarTech. It was one of the first “entirely digital” books published by CarTech and they asked that its content be photographed in black and white. Late in the book’s distribution life, CarTech considered rereleasing the book, although this time in full color. Unfortunately, as originally requested, (photos in black and white), there were no color digital images to use as substitutes so it was discontinued. Fortunately, Rocky Rotella, a well-known Pontiac enthusiast, builder, writer and historian, was able to provide text and photos to enable CarTech to offer an updated and different version of the book under the same name in late 2012.

We noted that shortly after discontinuing the original version of the "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", a limited demand for it started to appear. Fortunately, in 2021, the publisher very graciously allowed us (the copyright owners) to have the rights to the original book’s content. With this, we were permitted to release the original information and photos in another book, under another title.

NO information was intentionally changed or updated in this new version. In fact, it looks and reads pretty much the same. All of the recommendations and manufacturer’s names were left as listed and part specifications were not changed or updated. And, in all cases where photo rights were owned, the original photos were reused. Basically, nothing technical changed. However, based on previous consumer and enthusiast comments and suggestions, information about Dad's Wagon was added in a new Appendix. And, using current technology, various QR codes are spread throughout the new version of the book to enable a smart phone to be used so readers can hear the wagon's exhaust, listen to the engine, and see the Wagon running at the KCIR strip.

You will note the cover is all new and this book has a new title. It has a new cover engine photo that is the correct color. The rear cover has Mark Ervin's fabulous drawing. And, it is printed in the United States of America.

I have a very limited amount being printed. The cost will be close to the typical book price today (around $30 or so) and I will have them in a few weeks. I will ship them from here in the KC area and Media Mail may be around $5 and I bet the Priority Mail will be around $10. And, I'll donate a part of the money received from folks on this site to the GTO forum for allowing me to announce this new book here.

Thank you all so much. You can send me a private Message and I'll contact you after I get them here and ready to send out.

Tom Hand. February 2023

Tom had let me know he was in process of re-issuing this book - which took a little doing. This is a "must have' if you do any kind of work on your engine or want a great guide on tech info. This book by Jim Hand has been out of print for years and the original copies are hard to get and at stupid 100.00 plus price tags when you can find them. This price is very fair as even the price tags of many of these soft cover books at the book stores have gone up - way more than they should.

The original is 144 pages with many photos and this is the book that focuses on head work and where I got the info to port/modify my 7K3 heads. It covers building tips on the short block, cam selection, intake selection, heads, head/intake porting, the carb (AFB & Q-jet), carb spacers, ignition, exhaust, cooling, and specific engine builds/estimated 1/4 mile times/fuel requirements by a number of the better known engine builders. There are more parts available and more upgrades since the original printing of the book, but most of what you will find inside still applies today.

I have Tom's dad's original book, and will be purchasing one of these copies to go along with it. These may be a low production run so you may want to get in line. Let Tom know if you are interested and send him a PM.

 

[Autie1969GTO]

Jim Hand’s first book, "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", was published from 2003 till about 2012 by CarTech. It was one of the first “entirely digital” books published by CarTech and they asked that its content be photographed in black and white. Late in the book’s distribution life, CarTech considered rereleasing the book, although this time in full color. Unfortunately, as originally requested, (photos in black and white), there were no color digital images to use as substitutes so it was discontinued. Fortunately, Rocky Rotella, a well-known Pontiac enthusiast, builder, writer and historian, was able to provide text and photos to enable CarTech to offer an updated and different version of the book under the same name in late 2012.

We noted that shortly after discontinuing the original version of the "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", a limited demand for it started to appear. Fortunately, in 2021, the publisher very graciously allowed us (the copyright owners) to have the rights to the original book’s content. With this, we were permitted to release the original information and photos in another book, under another title.

NO information was intentionally changed or updated in this new version. In fact, it looks and reads pretty much the same. All of the recommendations and manufacturer’s names were left as listed and part specifications were not changed or updated. And, in all cases where photo rights were owned, the original photos were reused. Basically, nothing technical changed. However, based on previous consumer and enthusiast comments and suggestions, information about Dad's Wagon was added in a new Appendix. And, using current technology, various QR codes are spread throughout the new version of the book to enable a smart phone to be used so readers can hear the wagon's exhaust, listen to the engine, and see the Wagon running at the KCIR strip.

You will note the cover is all new and this book has a new title. It has a new cover engine photo that is the correct color. The rear cover has Mark Ervin's fabulous drawing. And, it is printed in the United States of America.

I have a very limited amount being printed. The cost will be close to the typical book price today (around $30 or so) and I will have them in a few weeks. I will ship them from here in the KC area and Media Mail may be around $5 and I bet the Priority Mail will be around $10. And, I'll donate a part of the money received from folks on this site to the GTO forum for allowing me to announce this new book here.

Thank you all so much. You can send me a private Message and I'll contact you after I get them here and ready to send out.

Tom Hand. February 2023

Every time I try to go on your profile to message you requesting to be put on the list for a copy, it shows your profile is not available. Please advise, thanks.

 

[gtojoe68]

Jim Hand’s first book, "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", was published from 2003 till about 2012 by CarTech. It was one of the first “entirely digital” books published by CarTech and they asked that its content be photographed in black and white. Late in the book’s distribution life, CarTech considered rereleasing the book, although this time in full color. Unfortunately, as originally requested, (photos in black and white), there were no color digital images to use as substitutes so it was discontinued. Fortunately, Rocky Rotella, a well-known Pontiac enthusiast, builder, writer and historian, was able to provide text and photos to enable CarTech to offer an updated and different version of the book under the same name in late 2012.

We noted that shortly after discontinuing the original version of the "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", a limited demand for it started to appear. Fortunately, in 2021, the publisher very graciously allowed us (the copyright owners) to have the rights to the original book’s content. With this, we were permitted to release the original information and photos in another book, under another title.

NO information was intentionally changed or updated in this new version. In fact, it looks and reads pretty much the same. All of the recommendations and manufacturer’s names were left as listed and part specifications were not changed or updated. And, in all cases where photo rights were owned, the original photos were reused. Basically, nothing technical changed. However, based on previous consumer and enthusiast comments and suggestions, information about Dad's Wagon was added in a new Appendix. And, using current technology, various QR codes are spread throughout the new version of the book to enable a smart phone to be used so readers can hear the wagon's exhaust, listen to the engine, and see the Wagon running at the KCIR strip.

You will note the cover is all new and this book has a new title. It has a new cover engine photo that is the correct color. The rear cover has Mark Ervin's fabulous drawing. And, it is printed in the United States of America.

I have a very limited amount being printed. The cost will be close to the typical book price today (around $30 or so) and I will have them in a few weeks. I will ship them from here in the KC area and Media Mail may be around $5 and I bet the Priority Mail will be around $10. And, I'll donate a part of the money received from folks on this site to the GTO forum for allowing me to announce this new book here.

Thank you all so much. You can send me a private Message and I'll contact you after I get them here and ready to send out.

Tom Hand. February 2023

Jim Hand’s first book, "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", was published from 2003 till about 2012 by CarTech. It was one of the first “entirely digital” books published by CarTech and they asked that its content be photographed in black and white. Late in the book’s distribution life, CarTech considered rereleasing the book, although this time in full color. Unfortunately, as originally requested, (photos in black and white), there were no color digital images to use as substitutes so it was discontinued. Fortunately, Rocky Rotella, a well-known Pontiac enthusiast, builder, writer and historian, was able to provide text and photos to enable CarTech to offer an updated and different version of the book under the same name in late 2012.

We noted that shortly after discontinuing the original version of the "How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V8s", a limited demand for it started to appear. Fortunately, in 2021, the publisher very graciously allowed us (the copyright owners) to have the rights to the original book’s content. With this, we were permitted to release the original information and photos in another book, under another title.

NO information was intentionally changed or updated in this new version. In fact, it looks and reads pretty much the same. All of the recommendations and manufacturer’s names were left as listed and part specifications were not changed or updated. And, in all cases where photo rights were owned, the original photos were reused. Basically, nothing technical changed. However, based on previous consumer and enthusiast comments and suggestions, information about Dad's Wagon was added in a new Appendix. And, using current technology, various QR codes are spread throughout the new version of the book to enable a smart phone to be used so readers can hear the wagon's exhaust, listen to the engine, and see the Wagon running at the KCIR strip.

You will note the cover is all new and this book has a new title. It has a new cover engine photo that is the correct color. The rear cover has Mark Ervin's fabulous drawing. And, it is printed in the United States of America.

I have a very limited amount being printed. The cost will be close to the typical book price today (around $30 or so) and I will have them in a few weeks. I will ship them from here in the KC area and Media Mail may be around $5 and I bet the Priority Mail will be around $10. And, I'll donate a part of the money received from folks on this site to the GTO forum for allowing me to announce this new book here.

Thank you all so much. You can send me a private Message and I'll contact you after I get them here and ready to send out.

Tom Hand. February 2023

Hi Tom -
Have been trying to PM you to get myself in-line for a copy; however, your profile appears to be unavailable at times. Please place me in your line for one. gtojoe68

 

[Autie1969GTO]

Hi Tom -
Have been trying to PM you to get myself in-line for a copy; however, your profile appears to be unavailable at times. Please place me in your line for one. gtojoe68

Same with me! Please put me on the list also. Don't mean to hijack your post but I am having the same problem contacting Tom.

 

[Sick467]

I'd bet his PM messages max has been met, if that is a thing. I PM'd him earlier today and he replied with a note saying he would notify me when the book is available.

 

[VOEGTO]

Ok, I am back. I think they fixed the issues.
I have no idea how many PMs one can have but I am up to 15 or so I think. Thank you all for the kind responses. If you have not sent me a PM, please do so and I'll keep updating you all on the printer and book availability. They still think it will be two weeks to get to me. Thank you all.
Tom Hand

 

[theamcguy]

PM sent asking to be put on the list for the book. Thank you

 

[Autie1969GTO]

Ok, I am back. I think they fixed the issues.
I have no idea how many PMs one can have but I am up to 15 or so I think. Thank you all for the kind responses. If you have not sent me a PM, please do so and I'll keep updating you all on the printer and book availability. They still think it will be two weeks to get to me. Thank you all.
Tom Hand

PM you to be put on the list. Thank you.

 

[KCPitts]

I’m unable to send PMs yet but I’d line to buy two copies, one for myself and one as a gift. Please add me to the list.

John

 

[PDub]

Likewise, please add me to the list for one of these books.

 

[GTO Yeah]

PM sent!

 

[Bigfoot1965]

I'd like to be on the list for a copy, please...

 

[the Z]

Ok, I am back. I think they fixed the issues.
I have no idea how many PMs one can have but I am up to 15 or so I think. Thank you all for the kind responses. If you have not sent me a PM, please do so and I'll keep updating you all on the printer and book availability. They still think it will be two weeks to get to me. Thank you all.
Tom Hand

Hi Tom, could you put me on the list also for a copy. You could contact me at [email protected] or on here at the z

 

[VOEGTO]

Getting close. First bunch is here and getting them signed tonight and tomorrow. I'll send out all the info you need tomorrow to your provided email address. I hope, Mailman dependent, of course