Haynes vs chilton manuals

 · Their manuals have more illustrations than Chilton while still providing ample written instructions. The focus in a Haynes manual is on following a specific procedure and explaining why that method is important. Unlike Chilton, Haynes manuals are less model-specific, with some information on multiple versions of a www.doorway.ruted Reading Time: 8 mins.  · Quote from: goodfellow on Aug, PM. Yes they were different. In the good old days Haynes traditionally had better service manuals for the foreign car market, while Chilton excelled with domestic brands. Chilton were a US company and Haynes were UK based. Logged.  · The Haynes and the Chilton manuals have different approaches in their presentation of their topics. Haynes is more focused on the novice mechanic, while Chilton caters more to professional mechanics. But it does not end there. Haynes manuals are less model-specific, while Chilton focuses on specific car models.

My opinion of these two manuals. Neither one compares to a factory repair manual. Factory manuals are pricey compared to the Haynes and Chilton. Personally, I detest the Haynes manual. I get the strong impression that it's a British book because a lot of the terminology they use, along with the vehicles they use don't 'look' american. I suppose I would be inclined to get the factory manual, but the Haynes has been adequate. Joined . ·. 1, Posts. #9 · . They merged about 3 years ago, (Chilton Haynes Thomson Publishing). The author "Robert Maddox" wrote both manuals. The format is slightly different but most verbage and pictures are the same. The original "Haynes" manuals are still published in England and can be special ordered.

The difference between Chilton vs. Haynes is on the subject matter for professional mechanics. Both brands bring the owner’s manual or repair manual for almost % automotive make and model. The Haynes has a detailed illustration of the troubleshooting tips than the Chilton manual. Positives of Haynes Auto Repair Manual. With its simple and thorough instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams, Haynes manuals may be the best repair manual option for brand-new mechanics. Compared to Chilton manuals, Haynes tends to offer a lot more pictures and illustrations, however it can sometimes be more difficult to follow, as many standard procedures are referenced in other sections of the book. The Haynes repair manual will help you get things running, but the Chilton manual might be a better reference in terms of technical correctness. Because the Chilton manuals are geared toward a technically inclined audience, most of the detailed information will come in the form of text — rather than images and graphics. You might need to have a basic understanding already, in order to make sense of it.