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Chevrolet Inline-6 Engine (1929-1962): How to Rebuild

Chevrolet's inline 6-cylinder, affectionately known as the Stovebolt, was produced and applied to Chevrolet-powered automobiles from 1929 through 1962. Its effectiveness and simplicity greatly contributed to the lengthy duration of its life span, with the engine still being created in some capacity into 2009.
Deve Krehbiel of devestechnet.com has taken his decades of knowledge on the inline-6 and created the ultimate resource on rebuilding the Stovebolt Chevrolet powerplant.
Using color photography with step-by-step sequencing, Deve takes you through the disassembly, rebuild, and reassembly of these engines, including rebuilding the carburetor, distributor, and intake/exhaust systems.

Tech Tips highlight areas that can be overlooked, such as proper cleaning and determining if a part is reusable, and an appendix provides information on decoding casting numbers.

Note: This book focuses on the 1954 and newer engines. These engines had insert bearings as opposed to the poured Babbitt bearings of the earlier models. With the majority of owners retrofitting the newer engines into older chassis, and the difficulty finding Babbitt professionals today, the focus of this book is on the 1954 and newer versions.

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Chevrolet, GMC & Buick Speed Manual (1954 Edition)

California Bill's Chevrolet, GMC & Buick Speed Manual. Reprint of original 1954 edition. Covers:
- Chevrolet inline six-cylinder 216 and 235 cubic-inch engines
- GMC 228, 248, 256, 270 and 302-CID engines
- Buick straight-eight 248 and 320-CID engines.

Includes construction drawings, photos, and valuable easy-to-read and understand technical data. A classic guide for any auto buff's library. Featuring California Hot Rods, Track Jobs, Fast Road Cars, Lakes Cars, and GMC Engines in Chevrolet Cars.

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Chevrolet Inline Six-Cylinder Power Manual (Second Edition)

This revised edition expands on the material that made the original "Chevrolet Inline Six-Cylinder Power Manual" a key reference for both new and experienced engine builders. It explains how to increase power and torque in Chevrolet inline-six engines with practical methods and proven technical data.

The book includes updated blueprints, interviews, airflow charts, build sheets, and profiles of racers and engine specialists. It offers clear guidance and new ideas to help readers plan and complete their own performance build.

It covers Chevrolet 194, 230, 250 and 292 engines for street use, drag racing, and other competition applications.

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How To Hop Up Chevrolet & GMC Engines (1951 Edition) - Speed Tuning Theory, Costs, HP & Torque

This book provides a complete guide to speed tuning for 1937-1954 Chevrolet six-cylinder engines, as well as the 228, 248, and 270 GMC engines. It covers theory, practical techniques, costs, horsepower, and torque.

Detailed instructions include fitting the block, using stock or specialty Wayne and Horning cylinder heads, rocker arms, pushrods, camshafts, and boring for larger pistons. It also addresses rings, drilled crankshafts, intake manifolds, exhaust headers, ignition systems, and superchargers.

The book explains the Chevy "power family, " routes to increased performance, block modifications, and assembly procedures. It includes horsepower estimation, project planning for maximum performance per budget, and general operating instructions, particularly for Wayne-equipped engines. A section is devoted to the GMC six-cylinder engine.

Classic speed equipment from manufacturers such as Barker, Belond, Besasie, Champion, Clark, Edelbrock, Edmunds, Chet Herbert, Hilborn, Horning, Howard, Iskenderian, Italmeccanica, JE Pistons, Mallory, McGurk, Newhouse, Nicson, Spalding, Tattersfield, Venolia, Vertex, Wayne, Wico, and Zoller is illustrated.

Reprinted from the original 1951 edition, this book remains a classic reference and an essential addition to any automotive enthusiast's library.

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