How to Build & Modify Chevrolet Big-block V-8 Engines

How to Build & Modify Chevrolet Big-block V-8 Engines

Author: Tom Currao

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780760302033

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A complete guide to building and modifying all of Chevrolet's legendary 396, 427 and 454ci big-block V-8 engines.Big-blocks were used in 1960s and 70s musclecars, Corvettes, and trucks.


How to Build and Modify Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 Cylinder Heads

How to Build and Modify Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 Cylinder Heads

Author: David Vizard

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9781610609814

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Turn your mouse engine into a hi-performance power factory with tips and secrets from David Vizard. In this volume you'll learn port mods, compression ratios, head preparation, offsetting and more head-work to get the most from your mouse.


How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Engines

How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Engines

Author: Tom Dufur

Publisher: Cartech

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781934709283

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In How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Big-Block Chevy Engines, author Tom Dufur reviews the commonly available factory parts along with many aftermarket offerings, and discusses the advantages of both. Additionally, he includes popular buildup recipes and showcases the dyno results, proving theories and sharing in-depth research. Dufur's decades of experience designing, assembling, tuning, and racing the big-block Chevy engine truly shines through. A wealth of full-color photos, charts, and graphs makes it easy to understand the critical points of these great engines.


How to Build Max Performance Chevy Rat Motors

How to Build Max Performance Chevy Rat Motors

Author: Ed Staffel

Publisher: S-A Design

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781884089206

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One of the all-time favorite engines of the hot rodder, drag racer, and car enthusiast, the big-block Chevrolet engine has been in existence for over 30 years. During this period, literally millions of these engines have been modified, resulting in an extensive body of knowledge, both good and bad, regarding the best ways of building a high performance version of the power plant. Author Staffel is a full-time race engine builder specializing in preparation of high performance Chevy big-block engines. He provides the reader with the very latest theories, techniques, and supplier information, ensuring the preparation of an up-to-date high-performance engine.


How to Build Max-Performance Chevy Small Blocks on a Budjet

How to Build Max-Performance Chevy Small Blocks on a Budjet

Author: David Vizard

Publisher: CarTech Inc

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1932494847

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Renowned engine builder and technical writer David Vizard turns his attention to extracting serious horsepower from small-block Chevy engines while doing it on a budget. Included are details of the desirable factory part numbers, easy do-it-yourself cylinder head modifications, inexpensive but effective aftermarket parts, the best blocks, rotating assembly (cranks, rods, and pistons), camshaft selection, lubrication, induction, ignition, exhaust systems, and more.


How to Build Max-Performance Chevy LT1/LT4 Engines

How to Build Max-Performance Chevy LT1/LT4 Engines

Author: Myron Cottrell

Publisher: CarTech Inc

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 1934709506

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GM's LT1/LT4 engines represented the highest level of small-block V-8 develop-ment for the period between the legendary small-block Chevrolet and the introduction of the LS-series V-8. They powered all of the hottest production vehicles of the 1990s, including the Corvette, Camaro/Firebird, and Caprice/Impala SS. These enhanced small-blocks were reliable and strong, and can be built to impressive performance levels on a relatively small budget, with the right upgrades. This book guides you through the factory and aftermarket components of the LT1/LT4 engines, offering sound performance advice and recommendations. Additionally, complete engine buildup recipes are provided, along with their respective horsepower and torque levels. You can follow the advice of experts and achieve targeted results for your own project.


How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet

How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet

Author: Tony Huntimer

Publisher: CarTech Inc

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1932494537

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In our popular Workbench Series, How to Rebuild the Big Block Chevrolet covers the basics of any engine rebuild in over 450 color photos of step-by-step instruction. Subjects covered include the history of the big block Chevy, preperation and tool requirements, engine removal and teardown, first inspection, parts, machine work and clean-up, final engine assembly, and start-up. This book is essential for not only enthusiasts looking to rebuild their big-block Chevy, but as a guideline for building performance applications as well.


How to Tune and Modify Your Camaro, 1982-1998

How to Tune and Modify Your Camaro, 1982-1998

Author: Jason Scott

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9781610590389

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Improve the power, performance and good looks of your Camaro in every way! Detailed chapters cover rebuilding the engine; induction system and cylinder heads; supercharging, turbocharging and nitrous oxide injection; camshaft and valvetrain; exhaust system; electronics and ignition; transmission and driveline; handling and suspension. Covers all F-body Camaros up to 1998.


How to Build Killer Chevy Small-Block Engines

How to Build Killer Chevy Small-Block Engines

Author: Mike Mavrigian

Publisher: CarTech Inc

Published: 2019-12-15

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 161325489X

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Learn how to get the most horsepower out of the tried-and-true small-block Chevy platform in this all-new full-color guide. Whether you are a hot rodder, a custom car owner, or a muscle car guy, you are always going to be looking for the latest and greatest Chevy small-block performance information. This book is a valuable resource on all the latest for the Chevy small-block owner. How to Build Killer Chevy Small-Block Engines covers all the major components, such as blocks, crankshafts, rods and pistons, camshafts, valvetrain, oiling systems, heads, intake and carburetor, and ignition systems. In addition, this book contains a large section on stroker packages. Also featured are the latest street heads from AFR, Dart, RHS, World Products, and other prominent manufacturers. While the design is more than 60 years old, the aftermarket for this powerplant is still developing. An in-depth, highly detailed example of a popular build format is featured, offering a complete road map to duplicate this sample build. This build achieved over 700hp from 422 cubic inches! While the GM LS engine family has earned a strong following and is currently the hottest small-block in the enthusiast market, the Gen I Chevy small-block engine retains a strong following with the massive number of these engines still in use throughout the hobby. They are durable, affordable, and a very well-supported platform.