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~ (Author) "The recipe for building a stout small-block Chevy might seem relatively simple..." (more)
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John Lingenfelter has been building, racing, and winning with small-block Chevy engines since 1972, when he arrived on the drag racing scene. This book offers many of his trademark power-producing techniques that have led to victory on the drag strip as well as on the Bonneville salt flats, where he set top speed records in his class.

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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: HP Trade; 1 edition (February 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 155788238X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1557882387
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #116,446 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Great on general and self promotion, lacking on specifics., April 15, 2003
By Joe Z (Venice, Florida United States) - See all my reviews
I felt this book was worth the money. If you want to learn about SBC's and more of WHY to modify them (as opposed to how) then get this book.

I really think John Lingenfelter didn't get into enough detail on certain subjects such as heads, one of the most vital aspects of an engine. Also, there seemed to be a self promotion for his products in many articles. While this is understandable, I understood it was a good product from the first refrence to it.

The dyno charts in the back were nearly worthless. There were a total of around 7, and 2 were on an LT5. This is a very rare (and extremely expensive) engine with a DOHC configuration, so the info didn't have any application to standard SBCs.

Do not buy this book to build a powerful engine. Buy it to gain more understanding on what you want to do, but go with another for more specific refrences. I recommend it, just be prepaired to purchase additional books for more enlightenment.

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing Venture into the "How Come", August 14, 2002
By "my70montecarlo" (Kentucky United States) - See all my reviews
In a day when we have many "how to" magazines and books, this book is a refreshing venture into the "how come". With that point in mind and despite other mixed reviews, I have to give John Lingenfelter's book on Modifying Small-Block Chevy Engines five out of five stars.

John leans more on the reason to build and modify various engine parts and touchs on the various parts and choices we as engine builders have. He thoroughly discusses which engine components should be given ample attention and which parts are just as well left alone. He also talks about how various parts work together to create a powerful unit.

In summary, if you are looking for a "hold my hand" walk through engine disassembly/assembly than you may be happier with author David Vizard or many other fine automotive writers. But, if you're looking for something different; maybe to gain the knowledge to begin to make your own engine assembly choices, than this is a fantastic read.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars The master speaks, but don't tell you all., December 11, 2006
By Arnoud (The Netherlands) - See all my reviews
If you are a fan of John, buy the book. of course he was one of the best builders ever on this planet.
The book is nice written, but he don't tell you his secrets in this book.
Yes it is full of What to do, NOT how to do It, little or no specifications to bring your project to a satisfying end.
Most annoying is the fact, if it get's difficult his last sentence on the subject is.... get your (whatever part) to Lingenfelter
and we do it for you. That's not the reason for most people to buy this book.

br. Arnoud.
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5.0 out of 5 stars great
great book with many behind the scene reviews to help with anything in an engine.
Published 5 months ago by Josh kilgore

4.0 out of 5 stars chevy
Very informative book, had fun reading through and looking over the changing you can make.
Published 13 months ago by opossum

5.0 out of 5 stars A good general review of smallblock chevy engine building
A good general review of smallblock chevy engine building John Lingenfelter on Modifying SB Chevy Engines
Published 21 months ago by Kalev Matsoo

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best engine modification books.
I wanted a book on modifying V8 engines and this is it.The author is known for his performance and racing engines. Read more
Published on September 1, 2007 by Chris Sellick

5.0 out of 5 stars Lingefelter's small block street motor primer
I purchased this book when it was released in 1996. I had just finished a 355 and had it running. I learned so much more than all the magazine how-to articles I read that I had to... Read more
Published on May 27, 2007 by Randy Regan

2.0 out of 5 stars Great for a beginner, nearly worthless for more advanced readers
Another book that I had high hopes for, only to be let down. I was looking for some real insider secrets from a leading engine builder. Read more
Published on March 26, 2006 by A Reviewer

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the Chevy small block book I was looking for.
Finally, someone wrote a book for me. The book "John Lingenfelter on Modifying Small-Block Chevy Engines: High Performance Engine Building and Tuning for Street and Racing" is the... Read more
Published on September 27, 2005 by Steve at S.T.

5.0 out of 5 stars Small block bible
Wow, where do I begin? John Lingenfelter is like the god of small block Chevy's. I love his approach of bigger isn't better. Read more
Published on September 18, 2005 by Todd Stephens

3.0 out of 5 stars GOOD BASICS
THIS BOOK IS VERY GENERAL, POSSIBLY FOR THE NOVICE TO FORM A BASIS FOR BUILDING AN ENGINE. IT'S NOT FOR REFERENCE, NOT ENOUGH DETAILS.
Published on June 14, 2000 by Larry Pedersen

3.0 out of 5 stars A Mass of Generalities
I consider this book to be an excellent source for understanding terminology related to the subject. It's comparable to an extended glossary. Read more
Published on January 15, 2000

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