Lincoln Cars: V-8 Flathead and Y-Block - Service and Repair Manuals

Ford Flathead Engines (1932-1953): How to Rebuild and Modify - Step-By-Step Rebuild Procedures

S-A Workbench manual for the complete overhaul of Ford Flathead V8 petrol engines from the years 1932-1953, as installed in Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars, vans and pick-ups (in France also used by Matford, Simca and Simca-Unic-Marmon-Bocquet).

Versions: all versions, but described is the overhaul of an 8BA (1949-1953).

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photographs clearly describe the work on Ford Flathead V-8 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 clearance and tightening torque.
• This book also contains useful advice for improving reliability and performance.

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Author:	Tony Thacker, Mike Herman
Details:	144 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 1 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:	500 colour photos
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2016)
Series:	S-A Design (SA379)
ISBN:	9781613252871

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Ford Y-Block Engines (1952-1964) - How to Rebuild and Modify

As Ford cars grew in both size and weight after WWII, the need for a more powerful and robust engine than the aging Flathead was becoming apparent. The successor of the Flathead engine, the Ford Y-block V-8 engine delivered far better performance and it doesn't have the inherent oiling problems of the Flathead.

This engine featured deep skirt block design, and its layout resembles a "Y" and hence the Y-block name. Manufactured displacements of 239, 256, 272, 292, and 312 cubic inches, this stout engine grew in displacement over the years to meet demands for more power. It powered a variety of Ford trucks and cars from 1952 to 1964, including the Thunderbird, Edsel, and the famous 53-56 pickups.

In this comprehensive rebuild and high-performance build-up guide, a step-by-step rebuild of two stock engines is provided complete with explanatory text and captions as well as full-color photos.
During the rebuild process, you learn the unique features of this engine series and how to build a strong and reliable engine. In addition, author Charlie Morris profiles the building a modified supercharged 292 engine that uses the latest performance parts and technology developed specifically for this engine series.
You are shown how to machine and prep the block, refurbish the cylinder heads, and select the optimal rotating assembly for a particular horsepower level.

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Author:	Charles R. Morris
Details:	138 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:	417 b&w photos
Publisher:	CarTech Inc (USA, 2013)
Series:	S-A Design Workbench (SA257P)
ISBN:	9781613254721

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How to Rebuild and Modify Ford Flathead V-8 Engines

The last commercially produced Ford Flathead V-8 was cast over 60 years ago. Simple by today's high-tech standards, during its performance reign from the late '30s through the mid '50s, the flathead was unsurpassed for go-fast power on the cheap. It spawned the modern aftermarket speed-equipment industry and became a favorite of bootleggers, dry-lakes racers, dirt trackers, street racers, and a whole generation that just wanted fast cars.

Whether you're restoring a classic Ford, building a traditional hot rod, or creating a period custom car, you'll want to get the most out of its vintage flathead V-8. In "How to Rebuild & Modify Ford Flathead V-8 Engines", authors Mike Bishop and Vern Tardel, two of the most highly-regarded experts in hot rodding, give you the detailed and accurate information you need to build, restore, or just daydream about the engine that gave birth to hot rodding.
Every aspect of buying, building, and owning a flathead V-8 engine is extensively covered. Go through the basics of selecting the right engine for the right project, building and rehabilitating engines, and final tuning. Diagrams and color photos bring these legendary engines to life for the hands-on hobbyist, collector, and aficionado.

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Author:	Mike Bishop, Vern Tardel
Details:	208 pages, 27.5 x 21.5 cm / 10.8 x 8.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:	8 b&w and 531 colour photos
Publisher:	Motorbooks International (USA, 2015)
Series:	Workshop Manual
ISBN:	9780760343999

California Bill's Ford Speed Manual - V-8, A & B, Lincoln, Mercury

This manual shows how to hotrod Ford and Mercury flathead V-8 and six-cylinder engines, plus Model A and B engines and the Lincoln V-12 engine. Pure nostalgia.

Reprint of the original 1952 edition. Cutaways, photographs, construction drawings, technical data and graphs. Features California Hot Rods, Track Jobs, Fast Road Cars, Lakes Cars, V-8 in a Model A, Hydraulic brakes - any Ford.

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Details:	128 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.8 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:	California Bill's (USA, 2007)
ISBN:	9781931128063

Ford Flathead V-8 Builder's Handbook (1932-1953)

This manual describes the rebuilding of Ford Flathead V-8 engines made between 1932 and 1953.
It explains every facet of rebuilding the famous flathead Ford V-8, from disassembly, reconditioning the block (boring, valve seats, crankshaft, rods and pistons and balanceing), and bottom-end assembly.

Information about:
- Stock and high-performance rebuilds
- Finding the perfect block
- Selecting the correct components
- Manifolds, heads, camshafts, crankshafts, pistons, ignitions, exhaust
- Boring, stroking, porting & relieving
- Cooling.

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Author:	Frank Oddo
Details:	154 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 1.1 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:	California Bill's (USA, 2002)
ISBN:	9781931128117