Plymouth pick-ups: V8 B-Series and RB-Series Big Block - repair manuals

Chrysler Engine Overhaul Manual - Diagnosis, overhaul, performance & economy modifications | Haynes TechBook

American Haynes TechBook manual for overhauling Chrysler petrol engines. Covers the following types:
- V6 - 3.9 litres (LA series, 1958-1978)
- V8 Small-Block - 273, 318, 340 and 360 cu in (LA series, 1964-1994)
- V8 Big-Block - 361, 383, 400, 413, 426 and 440 cu in (B and RB series).

Includes overhaul, step-by-step procedures, diagnosis, engine removal and installation, parts interchange, performance and economy modifications, cylinder head servicing, engine identification, tools and equipment, machine shop repairs and tips from professionals.

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How to Rebuild Big-Block Mopar Engines - B / RB Series Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth engines - All years and models

Chrysler introduced the 350 and 361 "B" series of engines in 1958. Within a few years, these engines evolved into the famed 426 Hemi, 413 Max Wedge and 440 Six-Pack.
These big-blocks powered Barracudas, Challengers, Furys, and Chargers. They were also used in a wide variety of other Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth cars and trucks.

This book is a comprehensive hands-on guide to rebuilding these engines to factory specifications. Included are fully illustrated, step-by-step sections that cover the entire engine rebuilding process, from inspection, removal, and disassembly, to machine shop work, reconditioning, assembly, installation, and tune-up.

Collectors and restorers who rely on correct casting numbers for authenticity will find the parts identification and interchange information to be invaluable. The manual is written in an easy-to-understand and easy-to-follow format.

Covers 383, 400, 413, 426 Hemi and 440 cid engines.

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How to Rebuild the Big-Block Mopar

S-A Workbench manual for the complete overhaul of Mopar RB and B Big-Block V8 gasoline engines, as used in Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler passenger cars, vans and pickups (Charger, Superbird, Barracuda, GTX, Road Runner, Super Bee and other models ).

Versions:

B Low-Block Wedge
- 350 cu in (1958)
- 361 cu in (1958-1966)
- 383 cu in (1960-1971)
- 400 cu in (1972-1978)

RB Raised-Block Wedge
- 383 cu in (1958-1960)
- 413 cu in (1962-1963)
- 426 cu in (1963-1965)
- 440 cu in (1966-1978).

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photos clearly describe the work on the Mopar RB and B Big-Block V8 gasoline engines.
• Chapters on planning, disassembly and inspection, cleaning, choosing the right parts, machining, engine assembly, first start and break-in.
• The engine block, crankshaft and pistons, lubrication system, camshafts, cylinder heads, valve train, ignition, fuel system and carburetors are covered.
• Complete with adjustment data, such as valve clearances and tightening torques.
• This book also contains useful advice for improving reliability and performance.

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Chrysler Hemi (Musclecar & Hi Po Engines)

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Chrylser Hemi V8 engines.

The 22 articles, published at the time in the American magazine 'Hot Rod Magazine', provide a lot of information about blueprinting, tuning, changing cylinder heads, overhaul and restoration.

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Chrysler 361, 383, 400, 413, 426, 440 (Musclecar & Hi Po Engines)

Brooklands Portfolio book about the Chrysler-Dodge-Plymouth 361, 383, 400, 413, 426, 440 Big Block Wedge V8 engines.

The 23 articles, published at the time in the American magazine 'Hot Rod Magazine', provide a lot of information about blueprinting, tuning, changing cylinder heads, overhaul and restoration.

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How to Build Max-Performance Mopar Big-Blocks

This book covers how to build Mopar's 383-, 400-, 413-, 426-, and 440-ci Big-Block engines to power levels of 600 to 900 hp. It discusses how to properly budget your engine build for a specific performance target and how to select a stock or aftermarket block for the desired performance level.
The reciprocating assembly (crankshaft, connecting rods, and pistons) is examined in detail, to help you select the right design and material for durability and performance requirements. Cylinder heads and valvetrain configurations are crucial for generating maximum horsepower and torque.

This volume discusses all the stock modification options, the best setups, selecting the right machine work, the latest aftermarket head options for producing huge horsepower, and building stroker engines. The camshafts and lifters chapter compares and contrasts use of hydraulic flat tappet, hydraulic roller, and solid flat tappet cams.
In addition, the book explains how to optimize fresh and spent fuel, discussing single- and dual-plane intake manifolds, as well as the exhaust-system design to optimize scavenging. Also details engine builds at 600, 700, 800, and 900 horsepower levels to provide insight and reveal what can be done with real-world component packages.

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How to Rebuild and Modify Chrysler 426 Hemi Engines - New Technology for 1964 to 1971 Classic Hemis and Today's Modern Crate Engines

A step-by-step manual to rebuilding and modifying the Chrysler 426 Hemi, one of the most famous engines built in the U.S., including sections on racing heritage, cylinder block, ignition and lubrication systems, and racing parts.

Contents of the book:
- History
- Parts ID & interchange
- Reconditioning heads & block
- Camshaft & valvetrain
- Induction & carburation
- Engine assembly
- Crate motors
- Performance options & upgrades.

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Big-Block Mopar Performance - High Performance and Racing Modifications for B and RB Series Engines

Hundreds of thousands of racing enthusiasts rely on this essential guide for building a race-winning, high performance big-block Mopar. Includes detailed sections on engine block preparation, blueprinting and assembly.

Chuck Senatore is the founder of Muscle Motors in Lansing, Michigan. In 1997 the company built a world-champion drag racing car.

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How to Build Max-Performance Hemi Engines

Hemi. The word alone evokes images of ultra-high-performance street cars and dominating race cars. No other engine has earned as much street credibility and race success. This engine resides at the pinnacle of American V-8 performance, and cars that carry a Hemi are some of the rarest, most expensive, and legendary muscle cars ever made.
When Chrysler threw the wraps off the 426 in 1964, it made history. In the 1964 Daytona 500, the new Hemi-powered stock cars finished 1-2-3-4, announcing Chrysler's new era of dominance in racing.

This book details how to extract even more horsepower out of the incredible Hemi engines. All the block options from street versus race, new versus old, and iron versus aluminum are presented.
Full detailed coverage on the reciprocating assembly is also included. Heads play an essential role in flowing fuel and producing maximum horsepower, and therefore receive special treatment.

Author Richard Nedbal explores major head types, rocker-arm systems, head machining and prep, valves, springs, seats, porting quench control, and much more.
All camshaft considerations are discussed as well, so you can select the best specification for your engine build.

Induction options including EFI, aftermarket ignitions systems, high-performance oiling systems, and cooling systems are also covered. The book also examines in detail how to install and set up power adders such as nitrous oxide, superchargers, and turbochargers.

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The Mopar Six-Pack Engine Handbook

A manual to step-by-step rebuilding, restoring, and modifying the famous Mopar 'Six-Pack' engines that appeared in all of Chrysler's muscle cars from 1969 through 1971, as well as the late-model small-blocks and crate performance motors that were offered by Chrysler.

Contents of the book:
- How to rebuild and modify the 440 6-Barrel and 340 6-Barrel
- How to convert your LA Small-Block (318-360 cid), Mopar Big Block (383-440 cid) or Magnum (5.2 L-5.9 L).

Larry Shepard is a former engineer for Chrysler Corporation, where he worked in Mopar Performance, the high performance parts division.

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