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How to Build Big-Inch Mopar Small-Blocks (S-A Design)

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Too little, too late, too generic has been my complaint on Mopar based engine books. Even the factory manuals have ignored the small block, especially the R series. At long last we have a book that at least acknowledges their existence. This manually actually focuses on the performance heads and blocks available instead of just the 30 year old factory stuff. A must have for anyone with a small block mopar.

This book is very complete and a necessary read for the small block builder who is not up to speed on current theory and component availability for the LA series. Building a big stroker from a small Chrysler can be an intimidating project because there is very little published that isn't about a Chevy.

Worth the money....and a great addition to your tech library.

Now that stroker cranks and heads are more affordable for Small Block Mopars its more a case of why wouldn't you stroke. This book follows along the lines of How To Hot Rod Small Block Mopars by Larry Shepard and includes various engine packages in the rear - which is great and gives you an idea of what can be achieved and what parts are required to do it, it also includes heaps of websites to check which is also great. The photos are great,gives superb guidance and ideas to pursue and really is a must for anyone building a stroker. Some of the detail can be a bit light if you are the type that really wants to know everything, but I think for 90% of readers like me its excellent and you won't regret the purchase price. In the long run it will probably save you money e.g. fitting Eagle Rods instead of resizing and grinding the block for your original rods.

I am planning on building an engine. There was a lot I had picked out, but this helped take me into a place I didn't think it was possible to go with a little money.

Really good book if you want to build a big cube Mopar small block. Detailed and I know everything will work well together from prior experience dealing with Jim. Good buy for Mopar fans

This book is written by an accomplished racer and he has demonstrated a wealth of knowledge. He shares photos and facts that previously had been only myth's. Any person building a small block Mopar engine needs this book, stock or race versions, both can benefit from the information. Great photos and complete parts lists of engines, this book leaves no guessing. When I heard about it I ordered it that night, I'm happy I did and highly recommend it. Jeffco

i am real happy with this guide. i am mot a certified mechanic, but i have been teaching myself everything about auto mechanics for a couple of years now starting with how an engine works, what makes power, what hurts power. i feel ready to dig into my first projects. my engine may not look as good as the one on the cover of the book, but i feel confident that with this book as a guide i can improve the hp and tq on my 5.9L 360 exponentially. there is no reason your first build using this book as a guide as well as a good level of trust with your machinist you cant build the small block screamer that you are dreaming of.

There is a lot of good information in this book. However, certain sections are a little light on theory and example. The assertion that the Magnum head exhaust port is inferior to the earlier LA is just plain wrong though. I have not read all of it yet, so I am hoping I will not find any more such examples.

Very informative book. This one removes all of the mystery that most engine builders would rather you not know about the small block mopar stroker engines. The author has put together several different combination's with estimated cost and comparisons. He gives very detailed descriptions on each build. This is a great book for any small block mopar fan.

I enjoyed the content and knowledge that the book provides,would suit novice to expert.Would certainly save time and money testing all related parts and combos.