The Complete Handbook of Vehicle Magnets

It's a solid reference, but I felt the first chapter was a bit dense. I'm a detailer and just wanted the practical steps for installs and removals, which the later chapters do cover well. The business opportunities chapter was a good overview, but I was hoping for a bit more on what specific printer they use for the magnets. Still, I'll keep it on the shelf for the troubleshooting section.

This is the most thorough book I've found on the topic. I run a small fleet and the section on choosing between thicknesses and grades alone was worth the price. The explanation about how surface contact area affects holding power finally made some of our past failures make sense. I docked one star only because I wish it had a few more photos of installation techniques.

A good, comprehensive guide, but a little dry. My main takeaway was the emphasis on surface prep for install, which I hadn't been doing. I found the specifics on how the cold affects the vinyl top layer really useful for our New England winters. It could have used a comparison chart of the different brands, but I know that goes out of date quickly.

As a sign shop owner, I'm hesitant to share this book because it gives away a lot of our secrets, ha. The chapter on the physics of why a magnet lifts at highway speeds is spot on and helped me explain to my customers why they need a thicker material. The glossary is also a nice quick reference. A minor gripe is the lack of an index, which is an oversight for a 'handbook'.

I bought this to help me decide if I should get into the mobile sign business. The book is very informative and gave me a good foundation on materials and installation. However, I felt the chapter on business opportunities could have used more specific financial modeling; the numbers were a bit too general. The troubleshooting chapter seems very useful, even if I hope I won't need it.

This book does exactly what it says on the cover. It was a very educational read, especially the parts about the different grades of magnet material and how they're manufactured. I especially appreciated the clear, step-by-step guide to cleaning and sealing the edges of the magnets to extend their life. I just wish it was available in an ebook format for my phone so I could reference it on-site.

It's a reliable, comprehensive text that fills a real gap in the market. I appreciated the neutral tone; it doesn't read like a blog post designed to sell me something. The explanation of the difference between magnetic pull force and shear strength was very clear. It would get 5 stars from me if it had a bit more information on the newest printable magnet materials.

This is the handbook I've been looking for. I'm a complete beginner and the first chapter on how magnets actually work on the micro-level was fascinating and not too technical to understand. I've already used the installation checklist in chapter 4 to put a sign on my work truck, and it hasn't budged at highway speeds. The FAQ section is great for quick answers. Essential reading for anyone wanting to do this right.