Chevrolet 8.1l Vortec/496 Perf Manual: How to Modify 8100 Vortec Truck and 496 Cid Marine Engines

Author: Larry Hofer
Publisher: California Bill
ISBN: 9781931128414
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
From 2001 to 2009, General Motors Corporation produced the powerful 8.1L Vortec/496 CID engine for trucks, boats, and more. From factory engines to aftermarket manufacture, Larry Hofer and Don Taylor cover the ins and outs of increasing horsepower and modifying torque for increased performance to suit your needs. This is the only book written about the 8.1L Vortec/496 CID engine. For every use you can think of, there is a different way to configure this engine. This book covers the block, oiling systems, cooling systems, cranks, rods and pistons, cylinder heads, computers, exhausts, and everything you want to know to select the right combination of components. Whether you're a truck or boat owner looking to modify an existing engine or a mechanic wanting to expand your knowledge of Chevy blocks, Chevrolet 8.1 L Vortec/496 Performance Manual has the information you need. Full-color photographs and additional sections and tips highlight options for advanced modifications. You won't be disappointed!

How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Engines

Author: Tom Dufur
Publisher: Cartech
ISBN: 9781934709283
Category : Chevrolet automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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 Hotrod Big-Block Chevys

Author: John Thawley
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780912656045
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
This guide covers all big-block engines from 1965 and later and includes 1986 heavy-duty parts list. Learn more about blueprinting, cylinder heads, tune-up tips, as well as how to repair exhaust, ignition, pistons, and more!

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

Author: Tom Currao
Publisher: Motorbooks International
ISBN: 9780760302033
Category : Chevrolet automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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.