GMC Vans - V-8 Big Block (348 - 454 Cid) Service & Repair Manuals

How to Rebuild & Modify Chevy 348/409 Engines (1958-1965) - Restoration Info, Performance Upgrades, Durability Mods

S-A Workbench manual for the complete rebuild of Chevrolet W-Series 348 and 409 V8 Big-Block gasoline engines, as used in Chevrolet and GMC passenger cars, vans and pickup trucks.

Types:
- 348 cu in (5.7 L, 1958-1961)
- 409 cu in (6.7 L, 1961-1965).

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photos clearly describe the work on the Chevrolet W-Series 348 and 409 gasoline engines.
• Chapters on planning, disassembly and inspection, cleaning, choosing the right parts, machining, engine assembly, first start and running-in.
• The V8 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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Author:	John Carollo
Details:	146 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.31 in (28 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	259 b&w photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2012)
Series:	S-A Design (SA210P)
ISBN:	9781613254684

How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet (1965-1976)

American S-A Workbench manual for the complete rebuild of 1965-1976 Chevrolet Mark IV Big-Block V8 gasoline engines as used in Chevrolet and GMC passenger cars, vans, and pickups (Camaro, Chevelle, Corvette, and others).

Models: 366, 396, 402, 427, and 454 cu in.

With exceptional clarity and insightful detail, this book explains engine removal, disassembly, parts inspection, selection of machine work, initial and final assembly, tuning, and break-in.
Through 500 photos and extremely detailed instruction, each step-by-step procedure explains professional techniques for rebuilding these engines. In addition, high-performance upgrades are covered as well as torque specs for major components, setting cylinder firing order, main bearing cap torque sequence, and much more.
This volume provides an unparalleled level of information for rebuilding a big-block Chevy, so your rebuild project is hassle-free and successful.

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Author:	Tony E. Huntimer
Details:	164 pages, 11 x 8.5 x 0.35 in (28 x 21.5 x 0.9 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated with 500 b&w photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2009)
Series:	S-A Design Workbench (SA142P)
ISBN:	9781613250525

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.

This Chilton manual for Chevrolet V8 gasoline engines covers maintenance and repair of the complete engine (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling and the fuel system.

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

• Includes technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.

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Details:	232 pages, 11 x 8.25 x 0.55 in (28 x 21 x 1.4 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many photos and drawings
Language:	English (technical dictionaries in 19 languages are available for free download here)
Publisher:	Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 1996)
Series:	Chilton Auto Repair Manual (8794)
ISBN:	9780801987946

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.

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Author:	Robert Maddox, John H Haynes
Details:	224 pages, 10 x 7.1 x 0.98 in (25.5 x 18 x 2.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	300 b&w photos
Language:	English (technical dictionaries in 19 languages are available for free download here)
Publisher:	Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1991)
Series:	Haynes TechBook (10305)
ISBN:	9781850107620