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, the 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 700 hp 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.
CHAPTER LAYOUT:
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: The Small-Block Chevy
- OEM Crankshaft Journal Size
- Today's Options
Chapter 2: The Block: Where It All Begins
- Cast Iron Versus Aluminum
- OEM Blocks
- Advantages of an Aftermarket Block
- Dart
- Brodix
- Donovan
- Chevy Performance Blocks
- World Products
Chapter 3: Crankshafts
- Crankshaft Stroke
- Factory Stock Crankshaft Stroke
- Popular Aftermarket Bore/Stroke Combinations
- Bore and Stroke Combinations
- Selecting Crankshaft Stroke
- Forgings and Billet
- Crankshaft Durability Treatments
- REM Finishing
Chapter 4: Connecting Rods
- Rod Ratio
- Types of Rods
- Connecting Rod Length
- Rod to Block Clearance
- Rod Side Clearance
- Beam Design
- Rod and Cap Numbering
- Rod Bolt Tips
- Tightening Rod Bolts by Monitoring Stretch
- REM Finishing
Chapter 5: Today's Performance Cylinder Heads
- Edelbrock
- Trick Flow Specialties (TFS)
- Dart
- Brodix
- Air Flow Research
- World Products
- Racing Head Service
Chapter 6: Advancements in Camshaft Design and Technology
- Roller Cam Advantages
- Camshaft Patterns to Compensate for Intake Manifold Runners
- Symmetrical Versus Asymmetrical Camshafts
- Surface Finishing Technology
- Lobe Separation Angles
- Base Circle Diameter
- Special Firing-Order Camshafts
- Camshaft Needle Bearings
- Choosing the Correct Distributor Gear
- Check for Runout
Chapter 7: Induction
- Manifolds
- Selecting Carburetor Size
- E85 Fuel
- EFI
- Fuel Pressure
- Fuel Injectors: Low Impedance Versus High Impedance
- Choosing Injector Size
- Forced Induction
- Supercharger Basics
- Fuel System
- Compression Ratio
- Upgrading the Engine to Accommodate the New-Found Power
- Fuel Injection Tech
- Injector Impedance
- Injector Harness Adapters
- Injector Physical Dimensions
Chapter 8: Rockers and Lifters
- Roller Rockers
- Shaft-Mounted Rockers
- Rocker Arm Materials
- Rocker Arm Ratio
- Lifters
Chapter 9: Pistons
- Piston Skirts and Major/Minor Thrust
- Offset Pin
- Match the Valve Angle
- Examples of Piston Choices
- Piston Dome Shape
- Coatings
- Piston Features and Options
- Piston CD and the Oil Ring
- Piston Dome Volume
- Combustion Chamber Volume
Chapter 10: Sample Engine Build: 422 CI
- Block Prep and Modifications
- Crankshaft Balancing
- Block Plugs
- Cam and Bearings
- Crankshaft Installation
- Dry Belt Care
- Crank Balancer Installation
- Piston and Rod Installation
- Oil Filter Adapter
- Wet Sump Oil Pumps
- Cam Timing
- Roller Lifters
- Timing Pointer
- Crank Trigger
- Cylinder Heads
- Rockers
- Pushrods
- Intake Manifold
- Carburetor
- Distributor
- Valve Covers
- Oil Pan
- Vacuum Pump
- Racing Alternator
- Water Pump
- Dyno Run
- Parts Used in This Build
Source Guide
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