The 4-Cylinder Engine Short Block High-Performance Manual

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787113343
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The 4-Cylinder Engine Short Block High-Performance Manual is a complete practical guide on how to blueprint (optimise all aspects of specification) any 4-cylinder, four-stroke engine's short block to obtain maximum performance and reliability without wasting money on over-specced parts. Includes choosing components, crankshaft & conrod bearings, cylinder block, connecting rods, pistons, piston to valve clearances, camshaft, engine balancing, timing gear, lubrication system, professional check-build procedures and much more.

The 4-Cylinder Engine Short Block High-Performance Manual

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781845844141
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A complete practical guide on how to blueprint (optimize all aspects of specification) any 4-cylinder, four-stroke engine's short block to obtain maximum performance and reliability without wasting money on over-specced parts. Includes choosing components, crankshaft & conrod bearings, cylinder block, connecting rods, pistons, piston to valve clearances, camshaft, engine balancing, timing gear, lubrication system, professional check-build procedures and much more.

How to Blueprint and Build a 4-Cylinder Engine Short Block for High Performance

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781874105855
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A complete practical guide on how to blueprint, modify and build any 4-cylinder four stroke engine short block to obtain maximum performance and reliability without wasting money on over-specced parts that are not needed. Topics covered include: choosing parts; crankshaft and con-rod bearings; cylinder block; connecting rods; pistons; piston to valve clearances; camshaft; and engine balancing.

How to Hot Rod Small-Block Mopar Engines

Author: Larry Shepard
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781557884053
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
How to Hot Rod Small-Block Mopar Engines is a completely revised, updated edition of Larry Shepard’s classic, first published in 1989. Inside you’ll find the latest, updated information to help modify your small-block A series Mopar for high performance, street, circle track, or drag racing. Also included are updated parts information and techniques for: - Block, cranks, pistons and rods - Cylinder heads - Camshafts and valvetrain - Blueprinting techniques - Step-by-step engine assembly guide - Oil, cooling, ignition and induction systems - Engine swapping guide - Engine installation and break-in tips - Casting numbers and torque specs New part numbers, photos, parts combinations and illustrations highlight this classic handbook on how to build the ultimate small-block Mopar engine.

Engine Builder's Handbook HP1245

Author: Tom Monroe
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781557882455
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
All of the information in this valuable companion guide is presented in terms easy to understand. Packed with general tips, techniques, and procedures that can be applied to all types of engine building, whether for musclecars, classics, hot rods, powerboats or all-out race cars. Sections covered include: · Blueprinting · Machining · Reconditioning short blocks · Degreeing camshafts · Reconditioning cylinder heads · Vavetrain assembly · Measuring tools · Engine assembly

High-Performance Chevy Small-Block Cylinder Heads

Author: Graham Hansen
Publisher: CarTech Inc
ISBN: 1932494316
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
This book shows you how to choose the best cylinder head for your application. It covers both Gen I and Gen II small-block Chevy versions, occasionally touching on the Gen III and Gen IV production versions. This book taps into some of the best small-block Chevy cylinder head resources this country has to offer with a combination of insight and best guesstimates, because much of what we know about port design and airflow management falls under the category of art rather than science.

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

Author: David Vizard
Publisher: CarTech Inc
ISBN: 1932494847
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
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 Killer Chevy Small-Block Engines

Author: Mike Mavrigian
Publisher: CarTech Inc
ISBN: 161325489X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
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.

The 1275cc A-Series High Performance Manual

Author: Des Hammill
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781845848699
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The famous 4-cylinder A-Series engine was used in most Austin/Morris/Rover models including Mini, Metro, 1300, Allegro, MG Midget, Austin-Healey Sprite, Maestro and Marina for over 40 years.This is THE complete practical guide to modifying the 1275cc A-Series engine for high-performance with reliability, and without wasting money on parts or modifications that don t work. Explains how many original components - sometimes modified - can be used in high-performance applications. Des Hammill is an engineer and a professional race engine builder. Includes expert building tips and techniques.

Chevrolet Parts Interchange Manual, 1959-1970

Author: Paul A. Herd
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610608565
Category : Chevrolet automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 260

Book Description
Swapping or interchanging parts is a time-honored practice, and this book is the source for Chevrolet parts interchanges.