The book “How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s” contains all the information you need to enhance the performance of your Pontiac V-8. From engine selection to critical components such as the fuel system, transmission, and suspension. It’s no exaggeration to say How to Build Max-Performance Pontiac V-8s is a valuable resource that any technician should have on his or their bookshelf.

How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s Information 

Title: How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s 

Author: Rocky Rotella

Pages: 144

Illustrations: 352 b/w photos

Language: English 

Publication Date: 15/10/2012

Publisher: Car Tech 

Format: PDF 

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What’s in How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s?

About the Author 

The book above was written by Rocky Rotella. He is a man with great passion for Pontiac cars. With his rich experience, he wrote How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s which aims to give readers the most comprehensive look at how to build high performance Pontiac V-8s.

And How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s is also one of Car Tech’s best-selling publications.

How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s Book’s Content

Throughout 144 pages of the book, the author has provided readers with information about:

• Guide to the selection of engines and important parts
• How to build a high-performance Pontiac V8-s
• The history of formation and development of the Pontiac V8 engine
• Offers helpful building tips and details on how to build and upgrade engines.

How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s consists of 13 chapters, namely:

Chapter 1: History of the Pontiac V-8 1955–1981

• V-8 Development 
• The V-8 Reaches Production
• Growth Spurts
• The Super Duty Era 
• The Corporate Edict  
• DeLorean Promoted
• Major V-8 Design Changes
• The Round-Port Era 
• Living with Low Compression 
• The Second Super Duty Era 
• Emissions and Economy
• Emissions-Compliant Performance 
• The End of an Era
• Pontiac Racing

Chapter 2: Blocks

• Block Design
• Selecting a Stock Block 
• Stock Block Modifications 
• Water Jacket Filler
• Main Caps 
• Aftermarket Blocks
• Camshaft Bearings 
• Rear Main Seal 
• Fasteners 
• Head Gaskets 
• Bolt-On Components

Chapter 3: Crankshafts

• Original Pontiac Cranks 
• Selecting a Stock Crank  
• Original Crank Modifications
• Stroker Cranks
• Aftermarket Cranks 
• Specialty Billet Cranks 
• Balancing 
• Harmonic Dampers
• Engine Bearings

Chapter 4: Connecting Rods 

• Original Pontiac Rods 
• Aftermarket Steel Rods 
• Aluminum Rods
• Connecting Rod Length 
• Fasteners 
• Selection, Preparation and Inspection

Chapter 5: Pistons and Rings

• Pistons 
• Piston Rings
• Preparation and Inspection
• Piston Coatings 

Chapter 6: Cylinder Heads 

• Intake Airflow
• Port Volume
• Exhaust Airflow
• High-Performance Valve Job  
• Combustion Chamber 
• Compression Ratio 
• Porting Advice 
• Cylinder Head Options

Chapter 7: Valvetrain

• Hydraulic Lifters 
• Factory Cams 
• Factory Rocker Arms
• Aftermarket Hydraulic Cams
• Aftermarket Solid Cams
• Aftermarket Roller Cams 
• Aftermarket Rocker Arms 
• Aftermarket Rocker Studs
• Aftermarket Pushrods 
• Valvesprings and Valves

Chapter 8: Intake Manifolds 

• Factory Cast-Iron 4-Barrel 
• Factory High-Performance 4-Barrel
• Factory Tri-Power 
• Factory Reproductions
• Selecting a Factory 4-Barrel 
• Modifying Factory Manifolds
• Aftermarket Manifolds  
• Carburetors
• Fuel Injection 
• Forced Induction

Chapter 9: Exhaust 

• High-Performance Exhaust Manifolds
• Reproduction Factory Manifolds
• Tubular Headers
• Ceramic Coating 
• X- and H-Type Crossovers
• Mufflers 
• Complete Exhaust Systems

Chapter 10: Ignition 

• Spark Lead
• Points-Type System
• Electronic Ignition System
• Aftermarket Ignition System
• Ignition Accessories

Chapter 11: Oiling System

• Oil
• Oil Pump
• Oil Pressure Requirements
• Oil Filter 
• Oil Pan 

Chapter 12: Tuning

• Carburetor Tuning
• Distributor Tuning
• Dyno Tuning 
• Volumetric Efficiency 
• Vacuum Pump
• Nitrous Oxide  
• Flywheel and Flexplate
• Water Pump
• Starter

Chapter 13: Performance Combinations

• Pacific Performance Racing: 670 hp, 383 ci, Pump Gas
• Ken’s Speed & Machine Shop: 700 hp, 535 ci, Pump Gas
• SD Performance: 900 hp, 535 ci, Race Gas
• Butler Performance: 1,000+ hp, Turbocharged 505 ci, Pump Gas 
• Butler Performance: 1,100+ hp, 541 ci, Race Gas
• Kauffman Racing Equipment: 1,200 hp, 535 ci, Race Gas

With such a large and useful amount of information, How to Build Max Performance Pontiac V-8s Book Definitely a worthy investment for technicians who want to improve their skills.