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Chevrolet Pick-ups: V-8 Big Block (348 - 454 Cid) - Service and Repair Manuals

A repair manual on the V-8 Big Block (348 - 454 cid) gasoline engine of your Chevrolet? Explore here manuals for service and repair of Chevrolet pick-ups. They provide detailed instructions for troubleshooting and parts replacement.

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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Author:Robert Maddox, John H Haynes
Details:224 pages, 25.5 x 18 x 2.5 cm / 10 x 7.1 x 0.98 in, paperback
Illustrations:300 b&w photos
Publisher:Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1991)
Series:Haynes TechBook (10305)
ISBN:9781850107620
Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual - Diagnosis, overhaul, performance & economy modifications | Haynes TechBook

Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual - Diagnosis, overhaul, performance & economy modifications

Language: English

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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.

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

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Details:232 pages, 28 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 11 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 1996)
Series:Chilton Auto Repair Manual (8794)
ISBN:9780801987946

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Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual | Chilton Repair Manual

Chevrolet V8 Engine Overhaul Manual

Language: English

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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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Author:Tony E. Huntimer
Details:164 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 0.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.35 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated with 500 b&w photos
Publisher:CarTech Inc (USA, 2009)
Series:S-A Design Workbench (SA142P)
ISBN:9781613250525

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How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet (1965-1976)

How to Rebuild the Big-Block Chevrolet (1965-1976)

Language: English

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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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Author:Tom Wilson
Details:160 pages, 27.5 x 22 x 0.8 cm / 10.8 x 8.7 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:500+ b&w photos
Publisher:HP Books (USA, 1987)
ISBN:9780895861757
How to Rebuild Big-Block Chevy Engines - 366, 396, 400, 402, 427 and 454 cu in

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

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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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Author:John Carollo
Details:146 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:259 b&w photos
Publisher:CarTech Inc (USA, 2012)
Series:S-A Design (SA210P)
ISBN:9781613254684

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How to Rebuild & Modify Chevy 348/409 Engines (1958-1965) - Restoration Info, Performance Upgrades, Durability Mods

How to Rebuild & Modify Chevy 348/409 Engines (1958-1965) - Restoration Info, Performance Upgrades, Durability Mods

Language: English

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Chevrolet V8 - Manual de reacondicionamiento del motor - Diagnóstico, reacondicionamiento, modificaciones desl rendimento y la economía | Haynes Manual de Reparación

Haynes TechBook (in Spanish) about overhaul of Chevrolet V8 Small-Block and Big Block gasoline engines. Covers 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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Author:Robert Maddox, John H Haynes
Details:224 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.47 in, paperback
Illustrations:300 b&w photos
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013)
Series:Haynes Manual de Reparación (98920)
ISBN:9781620920206

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Chevrolet V8 - Manual de reacondicionamiento del motor - Diagnóstico, reacondicionamiento, modificaciones desl rendimento y la economía

Language: English

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