How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines
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.

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How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines
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.

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How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines

How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines

by Mike Mavrigian
How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines

How to Build Killer Chevy SB Engines

by Mike Mavrigian

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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, 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.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781613254899
Publisher: CarTech
Publication date: 12/10/2019
Pages: 144
Product dimensions: 8.40(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Mike Mavrigian, a certified member of the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence, has authored Modern Engine Blueprinting Techniques; Performance Exhaust Systems: How to Design, Fabricate and Install; and many other titles. He is editor-in-chief of Auto Service Professional and contributes to a number of magazines. He also owns and operates Birchwood Automotive Group, which assembles project vehicles.

Table of Contents

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

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