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

Chevy Big Blocks : How to Build Max Performance on a Budget

This illustrated guide explains how to build high-performance Chevrolet big-block engines. These engines have powered millions of vehicles since 1964, including many well-known Chevrolet cars and trucks. The author, experienced engine builder David Vizard, shows how to achieve major performance gains without excessive cost.

The book goes beyond basic tuning and examines each engine group in detail. It explains how to build powerful street engines capable of up to 850 hp while still running on standard 91-octane fuel.
A key focus is the big-block's long-known limitation of small valve size. Vizard shows how to reduce intake-valve shrouding, how cam-timing events work, and how to choose the correct valve overlap for better efficiency.

Further chapters cover pistons, rings, connecting rods, and the complete rotating assembly to ensure strength and reliability. A dedicated section presents several example engines built for maximum performance. The book also reviews modern aftermarket parts and advanced tuning methods.

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How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Engines (396 - 572 ci)

Since 1965, the big-block Chevy engine has been a dominant force on both street and track. Over the decades, it has evolved for greater efficiency and durability while increasing in displacement. GM now offers crate engines up to 572 ci, with aftermarket options even larger.

In "How to Build Killer Big-Block Chevy Engines", Tom Dufur examines common factory parts alongside a wide range of aftermarket components, discussing the benefits of each. He presents popular build combinations with dyno results, providing research-backed insights and detailed analysis.

The book is richly illustrated with photos, charts, and graphs, making key concepts easy to understand. Chapters on design, preparation, and assembly guide readers in developing their own big-block Chevy to full potential. Whether for a street car, race car, or boat, this book equips builders with the knowledge to achieve both power and durability.

Tom Dufur's decades of experience in designing, assembling, tuning, and racing big-block Chevys make this an essential resource for anyone serious about maximizing performance.

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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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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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Big-Block Chevy Engine Buildups - Covers all Rat Motor Chevys, 1965 to present

The editors of "Chevy High Performance" present a step-by-step guide to building big-block Chevy engines, ranging from low-cost projects for everyday street use to high-power engines for drag racing.

The book explains bolt-on upgrades, engine block preparation, cylinder head work, intake and exhaust systems, and tested engine combinations. It offers clear technical advice supported by practical examples.

The guide covers all big-block ("Rat Motor") Chevy engines from 1965 to the present.

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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.

Chevy 348 & 409 (Musclecar & Hi Po Engines)

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring Chevrolet 348 and 409 Big Block V8 engines.

The 18 articles, published at the time in the American magazine 'Hot Rod Magazine', provide a lot of information about blueprinting, tuning, changing cylinder heads, overhaul and restoration.

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Chevy 454 thru 512 (Musclecar & Hi Po Engines)

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring Chevrolet Series 454-512 Big Block V8 engines.
The 15 articles, published at the time in the American magazine 'Hot Rod Magazine', provide a lot of information about blueprinting, tuning (up to 1000 hp), changing cylinder heads, overhaul and restoration.

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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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Chevy 396 & 427 (Musclecar & Hi Po Engines)

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring Chevrolet 396 and 427 Big Block V8 engines.

The articles, published at the time in the American magazine 'Hot Rod Magazine', provide a lot of information about blueprinting, tuning, changing cylinder heads, overhaul and restoration.

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How to Hot Rod Big-Block Chevys - 396, 402, 427, 454

This guide covers all Chevrolet big-block engines from 1965 and later and includes a 1986 heavy-duty parts list.
Learn more about blueprinting, cylinder heads, tune-up tips, as well as how to repair exhaust, ignition, pistons, and more!

Contents:
- Blueprinting
- Cylinder heads
- Tune-up tips
- Q-Jet & Holley
- Chevy HD parts
- 454-ing 396/427
- Exhaust
- Ignition
- Pistons
- Crankshafts
- Camshafts
- Clutches.

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How to Rebuild Big-Block Chevy Engines - 366, 396, 400, 402, 427 and 454 cu in

From workhorse to racehorse, the big-block Chevy provided the power demands of the mid-'60s. Used in everything from medium-duty trucks to Corvettes, these engines are worth rebuilding. Do it right with this book that covers the 366, 396, 400, 402, 427 and 454 cid models.

Clear, concise text guides you through each engine-rebuilding step. Includes complete specifications and more than 500 photos, drawings, charts and graphs. Covers troubleshooting, parts reconditioning and engine assembly. Tells you how to do a complete overhaul or a simple parts swap.

One whole chapter on parts identification tells how to interchange parts for improvised durability or performance. Includes comprehensive specifications and casting numbers.

Contents:
- Inspection
- Engine removal
- Parts ID & Interchange
- Disassembly
- Short-block & Cylinder head reconditioning
- Assembly
- Install
- Tune-up.

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