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Chevrolet Inline-6 Engine (1929-1962): How to Rebuild

Chevrolet's inline 6-cylinder, affectionately known as the Stovebolt, was produced and applied to Chevrolet-powered automobiles from 1929 through 1962. Its effectiveness and simplicity greatly contributed to the lengthy duration of its life span, with the engine still being created in some capacity into 2009.

Deve Krehbiel of devestechnet.com has taken his decades of knowledge on the inline-6 and created the ultimate resource on rebuilding the Stovebolt Chevrolet powerplant.
Using color photography with step-by-step sequencing, Deve takes you through the disassembly, rebuild, and reassembly of these engines, including rebuilding the carburetor, distributor, and intake/exhaust systems.

Tech Tips highlight areas that can be overlooked, such as proper cleaning and determining if a part is reusable, and an appendix provides information on decoding casting numbers.

Note: This book focuses on the 1954 and newer engines. These engines had insert bearings as opposed to the poured Babbitt bearings of the earlier models. With the majority of owners retrofitting the newer engines into older chassis, and the difficulty finding Babbitt professionals today, the focus of this book is on the 1954 and newer versions.

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Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual - Diagnosis, overhaul, performance & economy modifications - Haynes TechBook

Haynes TechBook about the overhaul of Chevrolet V8 Small Block and Big Block gasoline engines. Covers the following models:

Small Block: 262 (4.29 litre), 265 (4.34 litre), 267 (4.38 litre), 283 (4.64 litre), 302 (4.95 litre), 305 (5.0 litre), 307 (5.03 litre), 327 (5.36 litre), 350 (5.74 litre) and 400 cu in (6.55 litre).

Big Block: 396 (6.49 litre), 402 (6.59 litre), 427 (7.0 litre) and 454 cu in (7.44 litre).

• Over 300 photos and complete step-by-step instructions for removing and refitting the engine and the complete engine rebuilding procedure (distribution, camshaft, valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, engine block, lubricating system).
• Also information on identification, required tools and measuring instruments.

Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual - Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for maintenance, repair and overhaul of Chevrolet V8 gasoline engines, capacities 267, 283, 305, 307, 327, 350, 396, 400, 402 and 454 cu in.

Step-by-step instructions for removing and mounting of the engine and the overhaul of cylinder head and engine block.

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Small-Block Chevrolet : Stock and High-Performance Rebuilds

The small-block Chevrolet is easily the most popular V-8 engine ever built. It was introduced in 1955, and remained in production until the mid-1990s, powering legendary cars such as the 1955-1957 Chevys, Camaros, Impalas, Novas, Chevelles, and of course, the most popular sports car of all time, the Corvette.
Of course, whether restoring or modifying one of these classics, the time comes when your small-block Chevy needs rebuilding.

This updated version of "Small-Block Chevrolet: Stock and High-Performance Rebuilds" is a quality, step-by-step Workbench book that shows you how to rebuild a street or racing small-block Chevy in your own garage. It includes more than 600 color photos and easy-to-read text that explains every procedure a professional builder uses to assemble an engine, from crankshaft to carburetor.

Detailed sections show how to disassemble a used engine, inspect for signs of damage, select replacement parts, buy machine work, check critical component fit, and much more! Performance mods and upgrades are discussed along the way, so the book meets the needs of all enthusiasts, from restorers to hot rodders.

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Rebuilding the Small Block Chevy (Step-by-Step Video Book)

A quality, step-by-step Workbench Book and DVD combination that shows you how to build a street or racing small-block Chevy in your own garage. The book includes more than 650 photos and easy-to-read text that explains every procedure a professional builder uses to assemble an engine from crankshaft to carburetor.

The DVD includes more than two hours of coverage showing in detail all the procedures that the book describes. The DVD is filmed in a bright, well-lit studio that really brings out the detail of the engine-building process.

Detailed sections show how to disassemble a used engine, inspect for signs of damage, select replacement parts, buy machine work, check critical component fit, and much more!
The DVD takes a trip to the machine shop and shows the viewer the entire process. Performance mods and upgrades are discussed along the way, so the book and DVD combo meets the needs of all enthusiasts, from restorers to hot rodders.

This rare instructional combination package is a must-have for every small-block Chevy fan.

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Chevrolet Small-Block Schrauberhandbuch - Alle Ausführungen seit 1955

100 Millionen Small-Block-V8-Motoren sind seit den 50er Jahren gebaut worden. Damit ist er eins der erfolgreichsten Triebwerke aller Zeiten und unstrittig eine Ikone des US-Automobilbaus. In diesem fundierten Schrauberhandbuch wird die Entwicklungsgeschichte von Chevrolets Top-Motor von den Anfangsjahren bis heute erzählt und Schrauber-Experte Thomas Madigan verrät auf 240 Seiten alles über Aufbau, Wartung, Reparatur und Tuning dieses V8-Motors. Er veranschaulicht alle gängigen Arbeiten, in leicht nachvollziehbaren Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen, die auch als Schrauber-Neuling durchgeführt werden können.

Das Buch enthält pragmatishe Tipps und Tricks zur Leistungssteigerung von Small Block-Motoren, gibt Einblicke in das Tagebuch einer Motorüberholung, weist auf mögliche (Anfänger-)Fehler hin und liefert jede Menge praxisorientierte Hinweise von kompetenten Small-Block-Experten wie Vic Edelbrock Jr, Herb Fishel, Kevin McClelland, Jim McFarland und Robert Jung.

Inhalt:
1) Der revolutionäre Small Block
- Die Revolution beginnt
- Der Small Block in allen Varianten
- Die neue Ära
2) Abstecher in die Praxis der Motoren-Optimierung
- Der Zweck heiligt auch im Motorentuning die Mittel
- Kalkulation eines Motorenprojektes
- Grundlegende Maschinenarbeiten
3) Ans Werk
- Befestigungsteile
- Fallstudie: mein erster selbst überholter Motor
4) Der ultimative Small Block
- Wir bauen einen Super-Small-Block auf
- Der LS aus Sicht des Konstrukteurs
- Motorteile zum Träumen
- General Motors baut den hundertmillionsten Chevy-Small-Block-Motor.

Deutsche Edition des MBI Buches "The Chevrolet Small-Block Bible".

Chevrolet Small Blocks Parts Interchange Manual (Revised)

In this revised edition of the Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual, Chevrolet expert and author Ed Staffel delivers detailed interchange information on cranks, rods, pistons, cylinder heads, intake manifolds, exhaust manifolds, ignitions, carburetors, and more.
Casting and serial number identification guides are included to help you through the myriad of available parts in salvage yards, at swap meets, and on the internet.

Learn what parts can be combined to create various displacements, which parts match well with others, where factory parts are best, and where the aftermarket offers a better alternative. Solid information on performance modifications is included where applicable.

The first and second generations of small-block Chevy engines have been around for more than 60 years, and a byproduct of the design's extremely long production run is the confusing array of configurations that this engine family has seen. Staffel delivers this revised edition on everything you need to know about parts interchangeability for the small-block Chevy. Build your Chevy on a budget today!

Whether you're building a Chevy small-block salvage-yard stroker engine, looking to make a numbers-matching engine, saving money on repurposing factory parts, or simply looking to see which parts work together, this book is a must-have addition to your library.

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Chevy Small-block V8 Interchange Manual (2nd edition)

American S-A Design book with information on the exchange possibilities of Chevrolet Small-Block V8 parts. production years: 1968-2001, including LT1, LT4 and Vortec engines.

Covers exchange of cylinder blocks, crankshafts, pistons, connecting rods, cylinder heads, camshafts, intake and exhaust collectors and ignition systems. Also part numbers, casting marks and specifications. Over 25.000 part numbers.

How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines - All GM Gen III and IV Car and Truck Engines

With the increasing popularity of GM's LS-series engine family, many enthusiasts are ready to rebuild. "How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines" is the first book of its kind to help you rebuild your GM LS-series engine. It explains variations between the various LS-series engines and elaborates upon the features that make this engine family such an excellent design.

In this special Workbench book, author Chris Werner uses more than 600 photos, charts, and illustrations to give simple step-by-step instructions on disassembly, cleaning, machining tips, pre-assembly fitting, and final assembly.

This book gives considerations for both stock and performance rebuilds. It guides you through both the easy and tricky procedures, showing you how to rebuild your engine and ensure it is working perfectly. The book also illustrates many of the performance components, accessories, and upgrades that have been developed for the LS-series family of engines.

As with all Workbench titles, this book details and highlights special components, tools, chemicals, and other accessories needed to get the job done right, the first time. Appendices are packed full of valuable reference information, and the book includes a Work-Along Sheet to help you record vital statistics and measurements along the way. You'll even find tips that will help you save money without compromising top-notch results.

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