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SA471 Chevy & GMC Trucks 1973-1987 How to Build & Modify Performance LS Swap

Chevy/GMC Trucks 1973-1987: How to Build & Modify By: Jim Pickering Build and modify your 1973-1987 GMC or Chevrolet truck in your garage with step-by-step processes to boost power, add curb appeal, and improve stopping ability, handling, safety, and more.GM’s squarebody trucks are a solid, simple, and easy-to-find rig--and that makes them perfect for modification. They’re American classics, and they’ve become the hot rods of a new generation.Veteran magazine editor Jim Pickering brings these trucks into focus, taking you through the aspects that make them so popular and modifications you can perform to put a modern spin on their classic looks. He takes an in-depth look at all the major systems in your Chevy truck and covers what can be done to them to turn your classic hauler into the modern hot rod that you want: a truck that’s fast, safe, full of curb appeal, and reliable enough to drive whenever and wherever you want.Built in massive numbers during an 18-year production run, these trucks aren’t hard to source, but finding a good starting point and mapping out your plan are important. This book covers a lot of territory: how to find a good starter truck, LS-power builds and installs, slammed air suspension and coilover systems, automatic and manual transmission choices (including a 6-speed manual conversion), cooling system upgrades, safely adding a modern alternator to factory GM wiring, modifying a mechanical clutch pedal to use a hydraulic master and slave cylinder, making new fuel lines and brake lines to support fuel injection and big brakes, installing a 4-link rear suspension system, fabricating an under-bed mount to hide air suspension components, building exhaust, adding LED lighting, interior restoration, and more.If you're building a squarebody truck that you’d actually like to drive regularly, you’ve come to the right place. There hasn’t ever been a more comprehensive, authoritative look at building a complete truck for street use that includes all the steps required to make it work.Pages : 176Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 487 color photosPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613255162Product Code : SA471

GM G-Body Performance Upgrades 1978-1987

Please refer to the section BELOW (and NOT ABOVE) this line for the product details - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Title:Gm G-Body Performance Upgrades 1978-1987ISBN13:9781613254943ISBN10:1613254946Author:Hinds, Joe (Author)Description:The Photos In This Edition Are Black And White The General Motors G-Body Is One Of The Manufacturer's Most Popular Chassis, And Includes Cars Such As Chevrolet Malibu, Monte Carlo, And El Camino; The Buick Regal, Grand National, And Gnx; The Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; The Pontiac Grand Prix, And More This Traditional And Affordable Front Enginerear-Wheel-Drive Design Lends Itself To Common Upgrades And Modifications For A Wide Range Of High-Performance Applications, From Drag Racing To Road Racing Many Of The Vehicles Gm Produced Using This Chassis Were Powered By V-8 Engines, And Others Had Popular Turbocharged V-6 Configurations Some Of The Special-Edition Vehicles Were Outfitted With Exclusive Performance Upgrades, Which Can Be Easily Adapted To Other G-Body Vehicles Knowing Which Vehicles Were Equipped With Which Options, And How To Best Incorporate All The Best-Possible Equipment Is Thoroughly Covered In This Book A Solid Collection Of Upgrades Including Brakes, Suspension, And The Installation Of Gms Most Popular Modern Engine-The Ls-Series V-8-Are All Covered In Great Detail The Aftermarket Support For This Chassis Is Huge, And The Interchangeability And Affordability Are A Big Reason For Its Popularity It's The Last Mass-Produced V-8Rear-Drive Chassis That Enthusiasts Can Afford And Readily Modify There Is Also Great Information For Use When Shopping For A G-Body, Including What Areas To Be Aware Of Or Check For Possible Corrosion, What Options To Look For, And What Should Be Avoided No Other Book On The Performance Aspects Of A Gm G-Body Has Been Published Until Now, And This Book Will Serve As The Bible To G-Body Enthusiasts For Years To Come Binding:Paperback, PaperbackPublisher:CARTECH INCPublication Date:2013-07-22Weight:0.78 lbsDimensions:0.31'' H x 11'' L x 8.5'' WNumber of Pages:146Language:English

SA439 New Hemi Engines 2003-Present: How to Rebuild 5.7L 6.1L 6.2L 6.4L Heads

New Hemi Engines 2003-Present: How to RebuildBy: Larry Shepard Rebuild your Hemi with confidence using instruction from long-time Mopar engineer, racing coordinator and veteran author Larry Shepard.In New Hemi Engines 2003-Present: How to Rebuild, Shepard delivers thorough instructions for each crucial step of the rebuilding process. Before commencing engine tear down, he shows you how to perform compression and leak down testing to accurately assess the health of the engine. Disassembly and comprehensive inspection instructions are provided so you can determine and remedy any underlying problems. Expert insight allows you to select the ideal parts package for your rebuild, whether OEM replacement or compatible and complementary high-performance parts are selected. The most pertinent information for the latest machining practices is provided, so you can coordinate with the machine shop to return the block, head, intake, and other surfaces to like-new condition. Assembling the cylinder heads as well as accurately measuring, checking clearances, and test fitting parts is detailed, so you’re sure all components are within spec and ready for final assembly. Finally, comprehensive step-by-step instructions are provided for assembling all components into a completed engine.When Chrysler released the "new" third-generation Hemi engine in 2003, the automotive public placed high expectations on the Hemi’s triumphant return. The Hemi Gen III 5.7L, 6.1L, and 6.2L supercharged and 6.4L engines didn’t disappoint; they produced copious amounts of horsepower and torque while delivering exceptional durability. These powerful engines occupy the engine bays of new Challengers, Chargers, Magnums, 300Cs, Durangos, Jeep Grand Cherokees, and Ram trucks. Many of these engines have been used for high-performance service or logged hundreds of thousands of road miles, and as a result, many need to be rebuilt.The modern Hemi engine is lighter and stronger and offers far better drivability and performance than its predecessors. However, after hundreds of thousands of miles, extreme use, or high-performance applications, these rugged engines require a professional-caliber rebuild. With this book, you can confidently complete your Hemi rebuild and get your car or truck back into action.rnPages : 144Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 414 color photosPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613254479Product Code : SA439

Ford Y-Block Engines: How to Rebuild and Modify

Please refer to the section BELOW (and NOT ABOVE) this line for the product details - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Title:Ford Y-Block Engines: How To Rebuild And ModifyISBN13:9781613254721ISBN10:1613254725Author:Morris, Charles (Author)Description:The Photos In This Edition Are Black And White As Ford Cars Grew In Both Size And Weight After Wwii, The Need For A More Powerful And Robust Engine Than The Aging Flathead Was Becoming Apparent The Successor Of The Flathead Engine, The Ford Y-Block V-8 Engine Delivered Far Better Performance And It Didn't Have The Inherent Oiling Problems Of The Flathead This Engine Featured Deep Skirt Block Design, And Its Layout Resembles A Y, Hence The Y-Block Name Manufactured Displacements Of 239, 256, 272, 292, And 312 Cubic Inches, This Stout Engine Grew In Displacement Over The Years To Meet Demands For More Power It Powered A Variety Of Ford Trucks And Cars From 1952 To 1964, Including The Thunderbird, Edsel, And The Famous 53-56 Pickups The Ford Y-Block Has Been Largely Ignored For Years, But Now The Engine Is Enjoying A Renaissance With The Renewed Interest, Many New High-Performance Parts Are On The Market In This Comprehensive Rebuild And High-Performance Build-Up Guide, A Step-By-Step Rebuild Of Two Stock Engines Is Provided, Complete With Explanatory Text And Captions As Well As Full-Color Photos During The Rebuild Process, You Learn The Unique Features Of This Engine Series And How To Build A Strong And Reliable Engine In Addition, Author Charles Morris Profiles The Building A Modified Supercharged 292 Engine That Uses The Latest Performance Parts And Technology Developed Specifically For This Engine Series You Are Shown How To Machine And Prep The Block, Refurbish The Cylinder Heads, And Select The Optimal Rotating Assembly For A Particular Horsepower Level The Last Book Published On Y-Blocks Was More Than 20 Years Ago, But There Has Not Been An Authoritative Step-By-Step Engine Rebuild And High-Performance Book Until Now The Enthusiasts Have Been Clamoring For Information And Of Course Owners Will Find Invaluable Coverage Of The New Parts, Machining Process, And Assembly Techniques If You're A Y-Block Enthusiast, You Will Have To Have This Book Binding:Paperback, PaperbackPublisher:CARTECH INCPublication Date:2014-03-26Weight:0.74 lbsDimensions:0.3'' H x 11.02'' L x 8.5'' WNumber of Pages:138Language:English

SA512 VW Air-Cooled Engines: How to Build Max-Performance Volkswagen Beetle Bus

VW Air-Cooled Engines: How to Build Max-Performance By: John F. Kershaw, EdD, PhD The VW Beetle (officially the Volkswagen Type 1) needs no introduction. Manufactured and marketed globally by Volkswagen from 1938 to 2003, more than 21 million were produced and sold around the world. Extremely popular in the US and Europe during the 1950s and 1960s, increasing competition from Japanese, American, and European manufacturers as well as stiffening demands for better safety and emissions contributed to a sharp decline in sales in the early 1970s. The Beetle was manufactured in much smaller numbers in Germany until the late 1970s, when production shifted to Brazil and Mexico, where operating cost was a was a large factor in keeping the Beetle alive. While simple and fun, the Beetle had simply become outdated.Of course, the enthusiast market did not see it that way. Aficionados loved the simplicity in the design as well as its aesthetics and enjoyed tinkering with the mechanicals of their Beetles, Buses, Type 3 models and Karmann Ghias. There is no shortage of options when customizing your Beetle, and for many, extracting as much performance out of their air-cooled flat 4 was the way to go. Not only does it remedy the issue of keeping up with modern traffic but Beetles also respond really well to modifications and have a robust aftermarket to support them.In VW Air-Cooled Engines: How to Build Max Performance, VW veteran Dr. John F. Kershaw lays the groundwork for getting the most possible power for your desired use and application. Covered here are all the various power levels and components to get you there. It’s all here: rotating assemblies, cylinder heads, cams and the valvetrain, engine blocks, ignitions systems, fuel injection, carburetors and induction, exhaust, sources for parts, and even turbos and superchargers.Are you looking for just a little more power to keep up with traffic or maybe a streetable high-performance machine? Perhaps you are interested in a little street/strip action or even all-out racing applications. All of your options are examined in this book. Add it to your air-cooled library today. Pages : 144Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 245 color photosPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613256947Product Code : SA512

SA352 How to Rebuild Ford FE Engines 330-428 CI Step By Step Instructions

Ford FE Engines: How to Rebuild By: Barry Rabotnick Learn what you need to rebuild a Ford FE Engine for reliability and durability from FE master, owner of Survival Motorsports, and veteran author Barry Rabotnick.In Ford FE Engines: How to Rebuild, Barry shows you how to rebuild one of these legendary engines. CarTech's unique Workbench series format takes you step-by-step through the entire rebuilding process. Covered are engine identification and selection, disassembly, cleaning, parts analysis and assessment, machine shop processes, replacement parts selection, reassembly and start-up/break-in techniques. Along the way are helpful tips on performance upgrades, trouble spots to look for, special tools required, and professional builder's tips.Ford FE engines, which were manufactured from the late 1950s all the way through the mid-1970s, were designated as the large-displacement engines in the Ford lineup. FE means Ford Edsel and reflects an era when Ford sought to promote the Edsel name. The design of these engines was implemented to increase displacement over its predecessor, the Y-Block engines of the previous decade. Early models were fairly modest in displacement, as were most big-blocks of the era, but they grew quickly to fill the needs of rapidly changing chassis requirements and consumer demand for larger vehicles. As it grew, the FE engine performed admirably as a heavy passenger car and light truck engine. It also became quite accomplished in performance circles, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, as well as powering Ford’s muscle car and drag racing programs in the mid-to-late 1960s.Whether you are simply rebuilding an old truck for reliable service use, restoring a 100-point show car, or building the foundation for a high-performance street and strip machine, this book will be an irreplaceable resource for all your future FE engine projects.rnPages : 144Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 388 color photos and chartsPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613252444Product Code : SA352

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