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- Publication Date
- 2008-05-14
- Pages
- 152
- ISBN
- 193249460X
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cartech, Incorporated
ISBN-10
193249460X
ISBN-13
9781932494600
eBay Product ID (ePID)
9038501193
Product Key Features
Book Title
How to Rebuild GM Ls-Series Engines
Number of Pages
152 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2008
Topic
Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive / General, Automotive
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation, Technology & Engineering
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
18.4 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"Werner is well versed in all things LS, and his experience comes through here on every page." -Super Chevy, September 2008
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Table Of Content
Introduction: What is a Workbench® Book? Chapter 1: The Small-Block Chevrolet Reborn: GM's Gen III and IV V-8s The Small-Block Family Tree Generation I Generation II The Gen III Era Begins The Gen IV: Improvements Abound Determining Whether Your Engine is a Gen III/IV The Small-Block Lives! Chapter 2: Engine Rebuilding: Skills, Techniques and Tools What is a "Rebuild?" Do I Need a Rebuild? Who Can Perform a Rebuild? What Tools are Needed? Where Can a Rebuild be Performed? Conclusion Chapter 3: Engine Disassembly Organization Techniques Step-By-Step Engine Disassembly Chapter 4: Parts Inspection and Selection Parts Selection Words of Wisdom Engine Block Rotating Assembly Cylinder Heads Valvetrain Gaskets Fasteners Other Engine Parts Conclusion Chapter 5: The Machine Shop Selecting a Machine Shop Before Heading to the Machine Shop Block Machine Work Crankshaft Machine Work Connecting Rod Machine Work Piston Machine Work Balancing the Rotating Assembly Cylinder Head Machine Work Other Machining Processes Final Machine Shop Notes Chapter 6: Component Cleaning and Preparation Cleaning Supplies Safety First! Final Hints Step-By-Step Engine Component Cleaning Chapter 7: Pre-Assembly Procedures Do I Really Need to Pre-Assemble? Pre-Assembly Supplies Step-By-Step Pre-Assembly Procedures What If Anything Goes Wrong? Pre-Assembly Complete Chapter 8: Final Assembly Before You Begin Final Assembly Supplies Final Notes Step-By-Step Final Assembly Procedures Chapter 9: Break-In and Tuning Engine Reinstallation Final Preparation Start-Up Break-In ECM/PCM Tuning Conclusion Appendix General Calculations for Rotating Assembly Compression Ratio Calculation Cylinder Numbers and Firing Order Torque Sequences Torque Specifications Piston Ring Gap Alignment Timing Belt/Chain Alignment Marks General Engine Specifications Helpful Unit Conversions Glossary of Common Abbreviations Source Guide
Synopsis
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. The book 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 including helpful conversions and common abbreviations. You'll even find tips that will help you save money without compromising top-notch results., 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 guides you through both the easy and tricky procedures, showing you how to rebuild your engine and ensure it is working perfectly., 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. The book 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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- 13 Feb, 2022Most favourable review
Worth the investment and a very good place to start with your Gen III/VI rebuild project
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: usaspeed
- 08 Nov, 2017
Good book
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- 18 Jan, 2025
Good for stock rebuilder information, LS Engine only
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- 06 Jun, 2018
Super happy
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- 02 Jul, 2022
Great for basic rebuilding
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- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.