Pontiac Cars: V-8 Engines - Service and Repair Manuals

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.

How to Rebuild Pontiac V-8s

Under the guidance of Semon "Bunkie" Knutson, John DeLorean, and a host of creative and innovative people, Pontiac established its own identity and distinct V-8 engine platform under the GM banner. In 1955, Pontiac's V-8 started out at a meager 287ci, but it was an auspicious beginning to an illustrious line of engines.
The potent power plant grew and evolved over the coming decades; it included the 389 Tri-Power, 421, Ram Air IV 400, 428, and the Super Duty 455. These V-8s powered a number of legendary cars: the GTO, Firebird, Trans-Am, and many others.

In this updated edition, longtime Pontiac expert Rocky Rotella guides the reader through the entire rebuild process. Drawing on his vast experience, Rotella uses detailed captions and explanatory photos to show each crucial step of the disassembly, inspection, machine work, parts selection, assembly, and break-in process.

This book instructs the reader how to skillfully pull the engine and prevent damage to the car. It documents how to carefully inspect the components for problems and fix these issues that could spell doom for a newly rebuilt engine. Finding a reputable and professional machine shop that specializes in Pontiac engines is discussed, as well as aftermarket parts and OEM parts interchange for high performance so you can select the best parts for a particular engine.

All essential machine shop procedures are covered in detail. Inspection and pre-assembly are thoroughly explained. Most important, as with all Workbench series titles, the methodical and practical approach provides the insight and vital information required for the task.

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How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines - All GM Gen III and IV Car and Truck Engines

With the increasing popularity of GM's LS-series engine family, many enthusiasts are ready to rebuild. "How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines" is the first book of its kind to help you rebuild your GM LS-series engine. It explains variations between the various LS-series engines and elaborates upon the features that make this engine family such an excellent design.

In this special Workbench book, author Chris Werner uses more than 600 photos, charts, and illustrations to give simple step-by-step instructions on disassembly, cleaning, machining tips, pre-assembly fitting, and final assembly.

This book gives considerations for both stock and performance rebuilds. It guides you through both the easy and tricky procedures, showing you how to rebuild your engine and ensure it is working perfectly. The book also illustrates many of the performance components, accessories, and upgrades that have been developed for the LS-series family of engines.

As with all Workbench titles, this book details and highlights special components, tools, chemicals, and other accessories needed to get the job done right, the first time. Appendices are packed full of valuable reference information, and the book includes a Work-Along Sheet to help you record vital statistics and measurements along the way. You'll even find tips that will help you save money without compromising top-notch results.

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Oldsmobile V-8 Engines 1964-1990: How to Rebuild - Covers 260, 307, 330, 350, 400, 403, 425 and 455

Oldsmobile caught the performance world by surprise when it launched its new overhead valve (OHV) V-8 in 1949 called the Rocket. These engines, along with Cadillac, were the first post-war OHV design produced by General Motors. In a world of flathead V-8 performance, they were a major step forward and an instant hit.

As was the norm for all American car manufacturers in the 1950s and 1960s, the Rocket V-8s grew in size and performance capability until the Generation II engines began production in 1964. Offered in a variety of displacements over the 27-year run, the Generation II engine was offered in sizes ranging from 260 to 455 ci, suiting every possible need from reliable fuel economy to all-out performance.

In this book, veteran author Mike Forsythe takes you through the complete process of rebuilding and restoring your Generation II Rocket V-8 to its original glory. Covered in a thorough step-by-step format are the tools required, the disassembly process, analysis of what went wrong, parts selection and replacement, the machining process, pre-assembly, final assembly, and the break-in process. Some performance upgrade options are also included.

The Oldsmobile Generation II engine had a lengthy and productive run not only powering Oldsmobiles but also a variety of Buicks and Pontiacs. If you are in the restoration process or simply want a return to factory-original performance in your Cutlass, Delta 88, Vista Cruiser, Toronado, 98, or 442, this book is an essential tool in bring your Oldsmobile back to its original glory.

Covers 260, 307, 330, 350, 400, 403, 425 and 455 cid Oldsmobile V-8 engines, built between 1964 and 1990.

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Chevy Small-block V8 Interchange Manual (2nd edition)

American S-A Design book with information on the exchange possibilities of Chevrolet Small-Block V8 parts. production years: 1968-2001, including LT1, LT4 and Vortec engines.

Covers exchange of cylinder blocks, crankshafts, pistons, connecting rods, cylinder heads, camshafts, intake and exhaust collectors and ignition systems. Also part numbers, casting marks and specifications. Over 25.000 part numbers.

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.

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

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LS Swaps - How to Swap GM LS Engines into Almost Anything

Introduced in 1997, the GM LS engine has become the dominant V-8 engine in GM vehicles and a top-selling high-performance crate engine. GM has released a wide range of Gen III and IV LS engines that deliver spectacular efficiency and performance. These compact, lightweight, cutting-edge pushrod V-8 engines have become affordable and readily obtainable from a variety of sources.

To select the best engine for an LS engine swap, you need to carefully consider the application. Veteran author and LS engine swap master Jefferson Bryant reveals all the criteria to consider when choosing an LS engine for a swap project. You are guided through selecting or fabricating motor mounts for the project.

Positioning the LS engine in the engine compartment and packaging its equipment is a crucial part of the swap process; it is comprehensively covered. As part of the installation, you need to choose a transmission crossmember that fits the engine and vehicle as well as selecting an oil pan with adequate ground clearance that has the correct profile for the crossmember.

Often the brake booster, steering shaft, accessory pulleys, and the exhaust system present clearance challenges, so this book offers the best options and solutions. In addition, adapting the computer-control system to the wiring harness and vehicle is a crucial aspect for completing the installation, and is thoroughly detailed.

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Chevrolet Small-Block Schrauberhandbuch - Alle Ausführungen seit 1955

100 Millionen Small-Block-V8-Motoren sind seit den 50er Jahren gebaut worden. Damit ist er eins der erfolgreichsten Triebwerke aller Zeiten und unstrittig eine Ikone des US-Automobilbaus. In diesem fundierten Schrauberhandbuch wird die Entwicklungsgeschichte von Chevrolets Top-Motor von den Anfangsjahren bis heute erzählt und Schrauber-Experte Thomas Madigan verrät auf 240 Seiten alles über Aufbau, Wartung, Reparatur und Tuning dieses V8-Motors. Er veranschaulicht alle gängigen Arbeiten, in leicht nachvollziehbaren Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen, die auch als Schrauber-Neuling durchgeführt werden können.

Das Buch enthält pragmatishe Tipps und Tricks zur Leistungssteigerung von Small Block-Motoren, gibt Einblicke in das Tagebuch einer Motorüberholung, weist auf mögliche (Anfänger-)Fehler hin und liefert jede Menge praxisorientierte Hinweise von kompetenten Small-Block-Experten wie Vic Edelbrock Jr, Herb Fishel, Kevin McClelland, Jim McFarland und Robert Jung.

Inhalt:
1) Der revolutionäre Small Block
- Die Revolution beginnt
- Der Small Block in allen Varianten
- Die neue Ära
2) Abstecher in die Praxis der Motoren-Optimierung
- Der Zweck heiligt auch im Motorentuning die Mittel
- Kalkulation eines Motorenprojektes
- Grundlegende Maschinenarbeiten
3) Ans Werk
- Befestigungsteile
- Fallstudie: mein erster selbst überholter Motor
4) Der ultimative Small Block
- Wir bauen einen Super-Small-Block auf
- Der LS aus Sicht des Konstrukteurs
- Motorteile zum Träumen
- General Motors baut den hundertmillionsten Chevy-Small-Block-Motor.

Deutsche Edition des MBI Buches "The Chevrolet Small-Block Bible".