How to Build Max-Performance Chevy LT1/LT4 Engines

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CarTech Inc, 2012 - Transportation - 136 pages
GM's LT1/LT4 engines represented the highest level of small-block V-8 develop-ment for the period between the legendary small-block Chevrolet and the introduction of the LS-series V-8. They powered all of the hottest production vehicles of the 1990s, including the Corvette, Camaro/Firebird, and Caprice/Impala SS. These enhanced small-blocks were reliable and strong, and can be built to impressive performance levels on a relatively small budget, with the right upgrades.

This book guides you through the factory and aftermarket components of the LT1/LT4 engines, offering sound performance advice and recommendations. Additionally, complete engine buildup recipes are provided, along with their respective horsepower and torque levels. You can follow the advice of experts and achieve targeted results for your own project.

 

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How to Build Max Performance Chevy Lt1/Lt4 Engines
Myron Cottrell,Eric McClellan
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About the author (2012)

Myron Cottrell pioneered the use of the LT1/LT4 engines in many forms of racing. His personal racing ventures in the SCCA Production classes were successful, as were his many customers' experiences with LT1/LT4-powered drag cars and street machines. There are few engine builders in the country with more LT1/LT4 experience than Cottrell, and the broad range of his talents and knowledge of these fine engines shines through on every page. Eric McClellan is a freelance automotive journalist and has written scores of articles. He holds a masters degree and works as a counselor. Eric enjoys everything automotive and competes in autocross/road racing events. He has built a first-generation Camaro in the Pro-Touring style for both street and track use.

Bibliographic information

TitleHow to Build Max-Performance Chevy LT1/LT4 Engines
Volume 206 of S-A Design
AuthorsMyron Cottrell, Eric McClellan
Editionillustrated
PublisherCarTech Inc, 2012
ISBN1934709506, 9781934709504
Length136 pages
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