Introduction
About the Authors
Chapter 1: History and Planning
Engine Variants
Expectations
Chapter 2: Engine Removal
Safety
Vacuum Lines and Fittings
Steel Lines
Electrical Connections
Coolant Hoses
Engine Removal
Chapter 3: Disassembly
Organization
Preparation for Disassembly and Inspection
External Parts Removal (Left Side of Engine)
External Parts Removal (Right Side of Engine)
External Parts Removal (Front of Engine)
Cylinder Head Removal
Harmonic Balancer, Oil Pan, and Front Cover Removal
Piston, Rod, and Crankshaft Removal
Head Disassembly
Chapter 4: Machine Work
Clean and Inspect Block
Clean and Inspect Crankshaft
Clean and Inspect Connecting Rods
Clean and Inspect Cylinder Head
Machining
Crankshaft Machining
Balancing the Engine
Camshaft Bearings and Core Plugs
Cylinder Head Machining and Assembly
Chapter 5: Assembly
Engine Stand
Short-Block
Crankshaft Installation
Piston and Connecting Rod Installation
Front Cover Installation
Oil Pump and Oil Pan Installation
Front Engine Accessory Installation
Left Side of Engine Installation
Cylinder Head and External Parts
Cylinder Head Placement
Pushrod Installation
Valve Cover Installation
Exhaust Manifold Installation
Distributor Installation
Prepare to Reinstall Engine
Chapter 6: Reinstallation and Break-In
Engine Installation
Fuel Line and Carburetor Installation
Coolant Hose Installation
Exhaust System
Filling the Cooling System
Engine and Transmission Oil
Electrical
Engine Starting
Break-In Procedure
Chapter 7: Performance Upgrades
Air Intake
Carburetor/Fuel Injection
Carburetor Upgrades
Fuel Injection
Distributor
Exhaust and Header
Performance Single- and Dual-Exhaust Options
Camshaft and Valvetrain
Staged Performance Upgrades
Chapter 8: Performance Modifications to Original Parts
Cylinder Block
Cylinder Head
Carburetor Swaps and Adapters
Cylinder Head Porting
Valves and Combustion Chamber
Valvetrain
Get out There and Drive!