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ISBN
9780760335437
Book Title
How to Build and Modify GM Ls-Series Engines
Book Series
Motorbooks Workshop Ser.
Publisher
Quarto Publishing Group USA
Item Length
10.8 in
Publication Year
2009
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.5 in
Author
Joseph Potak
Genre
Transportation, Technology & Engineering
Topic
Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive, Automotive / Customizing
Item Weight
24.2 Oz
Item Width
8.2 in
Number of Pages
176 Pages

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Publisher
Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN-10
0760335435
ISBN-13
9780760335437
eBay Product ID (ePID)
71980712

Product Key Features

Book Title
How to Build and Modify GM Ls-Series Engines
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive, Automotive / Customizing
Publication Year
2009
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation, Technology & Engineering
Author
Joseph Potak
Book Series
Motorbooks Workshop Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
24.2 Oz
Item Length
10.8 in
Item Width
8.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2009-017864
Reviews
"There's plenty of new stuff to learn with these engines and Motorbooks' Workshop series book by Joseph Potak has got all the details and solid credentials to back them up . . . There's much to digest in this well assembled look at building and modifying LS engines. Novice builders get the straight scoop on the best methods for building LS engines and experienced builders gain a thorough understanding of the all new design and the modifications required to make these babies sing . . . Potak provides this and plenty more in a book that is clearly written to provide the best and most detailed information available." - HotRodEngineTech.com
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
629.25/04
Table Of Content
Introduction CHAPTER 1 - Engine Block CHAPTER 2 - Rotating Assembly CHAPTER 3 - Cylinder Heads CHAPTER 4 - Camshafts and Hardware CHAPTER 5 - LS-Series Engine Machining CHAPTER 6 - Short-Block Assembly and Setup CHAPTER 7 - Long-Block Assembly and Inspection CHAPTER 8 - Finishing the Long-Block: Preparation for Installation and Startup LS-Series Fastener Torque Specifications Index
Synopsis
When first introduced in the 1997 Corvette, GM's LS1 engine shook the performance world. Its combination of massive power, light weight and impressive fuel economy set new precedents for performance engines--and continues to do so generation after generation. The latest version, the LS9, makes some 638 hp from just 6.2 liters, far eclipsing even the mightiest big-blocks from the muscle car era--while meeting modern standards for emissions and fuel economy. Its no wonder, then, that the LSX engines have become some of the most popular for high-performance applications. For those who want to build or modify their LS engine, this book provides the most detailed and extensive instructions ever offered. Whatever your performance goals might be, How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines shows you what modifications are needed and how to make them. Premier LS engine technician Joseph Potak addresses every question that might come up, covering topics including crankshafts and piston assemblies, cylinder heads, camshafts, valvetrain, block modifications, intake manifolds, fuel system, header selection, and setting up ring and bearing clearances for particular uses. In short, this book is the ultimate resource for building the ultimate LSX engine., For gearheads who want to build or modify popular LS engines, How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines provides the most detailed and extensive instructions ever offered for those modding LS engines through the Gen IV models. The LS1 engine shook the performance world when introduced in the 1997 Corvette . Today the LS9 version far eclipses even the mightiest big-blocks from the muscle car era, and it does so while meeting modern emissions requirements and delivering respectable fuel economy . Premier LS engine technician Joseph Potak addresses every question that might come up: Block selection and modifications Crankshaft and piston assemblies Cylinder heads, camshafts, and valvetrain Intake manifolds and fuel system Header selection Setting up ring and bearing clearances for specific uses Potak also guides readers through forced induction and nitrous oxide applications. In addition, the book is fully illustrated with color photography and detailed captions to further guide readers through the mods described, from initial steps to final assembly . Whatever the reader's performance goals, How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines will guide readers through the necessary modifications and how to make them. It's the ultimate resource for building the ultimate LS-series engine, The most detailed and extensive instructions for modifying the LSX engine, whatever the performance goal., For gearheads who want to build or modify popular LS engines, How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines provides the most detailed and extensive instructions ever offered for those modding LS engines through the Gen IV models. The LS1 engine shook the performance world when introduced in the 1997 Corvette . Today the LS9 version far eclipses even the mightiest big-blocks from the muscle car era, and it does so while meeting modern emissions requirements and delivering respectable fuel economy . Premier LS engine technician Joseph Potak addresses every question that might come up: Block selection and modifications Crankshaft and piston assemblies Cylinder heads, camshafts, and valvetrain Intake manifolds and fuel system Header selection Setting up ring and bearing clearances for specific uses Potak also guides readers through forced induction and nitrous oxide applications. In addition, the book is fully illustrated with color photography and detailed captions to further guide readers through the mods described, from initial steps to final assembly . Whatever the reader's performance goals, How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines will guide readers through the necessary modifications and how to make them. It's the ultimate resource for building the ultimate LS-series engine! The Motorbooks Workshop series covers topics that engage and interest car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Written by subject-matter experts and illustrated with step-by-step and how-it's-done reference images, Motorbooks Workshop is the ultimate resource for how-to know-how.
LC Classification Number
TL215.G4P67 2009

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    Does not have the important primary works/conversion or major parts or wiring diagrams you really need to do the swap. This book is for build only of engine

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    Seems like a Good book to learn more about LS-engines

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    This is the most informative book for rebuilding and modifying an LS1 engine that I have seen.

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