Oldsmobile V-8 engines: how to build max performance - SA172 (Revised edition.)

traditional Oldsmobile V-8 powered some of the most - memorable cars of the muscle car era, from the 442s of the - 1960s and early 1970s to the Trans Ams of the late 1970s. - These powerful V-8s were also popular in ski boats.

They have - found a new lease on life with the recent development of - improved aftermarket cylinder heads, aggressive roller - camshafts, and electronic fuel injection. - Author Bill Trovato is recognized as being one of the most - successful Oldsmobile engine experts, and he openly shares - all of his proven tricks, tips, and techniques for this venerable - power plant.

In this revised edition of Oldsmobile V-8 Engines: - How to Build Max Performance, he provides additional - information for extracting the best performance.

In particular, - he goes into greater detail on ignition systems and other areas - of performance.

His many years of winning with the Olds V-8 in - heads-up, street-legal cars proves he knows how to extract - maximum power from the design without sacrificing durability. - A complete review of factory blocks, cranks, heads, and more - is teamed with a thorough review of available aftermarket - equipment.

Whether mild or wild, the important information on - cam selection and Olds-specific engine building techniques are - all here.

Fans of the traditional Olds V-8 will appreciate the - level of detail and completeness Trovato brings to the table, - and his frank, to-the-point writing style is as efficient and - effective as the engines he designs, builds, and races. - Anyone considering an Oldsmobile V-8 to power their ride - will save time, money, and headaches by following the clear - and honest advice offered in Oldsmobile V-8 Engines: How to - Build Max Performance.

Plenty of full-colour photos and step-bystep - engine builds showcase exactly how these engines should - be built to deliver the most power per dollar.