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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

S-A Workbench manual for the complete rebuild of 1952-1964 Ford Y-Block V8 gasoline engines as used in Ford, Mercury, and Edsel passenger cars, vans, and pickup trucks.

Models: 239, 256, 272, 292, and 312 cu in.

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photographs clearly describe the work on Ford Y-Block petrol engines.
• Chapters on planning, disassembly and inspection, cleaning, choosing the right parts, machining, engine assembly, first start and running-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 torques.
• This book also contains useful advice for improving reliability and performance.

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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