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Corvette C3 1968-1982: How to Build and Modify by Chris Petris VG
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Ex Libris
- No
- Original Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781613250334
- Book Title
- C3 Corvette, 1968-1982 : How to Build and Modify
- Item Length
- 11 in
- Publisher
- Cartech, Incorporated
- Publication Year
- 2014
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.4 in
- Genre
- Transportation
- Topic
- Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive / General
- Item Width
- 8.5 in
- Item Weight
- 17.6 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 176 Pages
About this product
Product Information
About a half-million Corvettes were sold between 1968 and 1982, and the distinctive Shark body style with the combination of V-8 power has gained legendary status. Some Corvettes are too rare and valuable to be modified. These include the big-block cars built between 1968 and 1974, which command big dollars at auctions. However, the vast majority of Corvettes, built between 1975 and 1982, are affordable and plentiful, and these are ideal for high-performance builds. Many Corvettes from this era are often considered weekend cruisers because they carry antiquated brakes, steering, and suspension, and also anemic V-8 engines with 165-220 horsepower. Lacking modern technology, these 31-year-old or older cars are ripe for a high-performance transformation. And with the right build-up plan, products, and services, they can become high-performance sports cars that rival current sports cars on the road today. Corvette expert and builder Chris Petris shows how to transform a mundane C3 into a standout, high-performance car. The most popular upgrades to every component group are covered including engine, transmission, differential, front suspension, rear suspension, steering, chassis, electrics, interior, tires and wheels, and more. With this information, you will confidently know all the products and procedures that make the car as a whole a far better performer than stock. Corvette C3: How to Build and Modify is the ideal book for the at-home mechanic as well as the adept enthusiast supervising the build-up of a Corvette. Whether it's mildly modifying your Corvette for greater comfort and drivability or substantially modifying it for vastly improved acceleration, braking, and handling, this book has a massive amount of information to help accomplish the reader's goals.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cartech, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1613250339
ISBN-13
9781613250334
eBay Product ID (ePID)
174843314
Product Key Features
Book Title
C3 Corvette, 1968-1982 : How to Build and Modify
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive / General
Publication Year
2014
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
11 in
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Item Weight
17.6 Oz
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Number of Volumes
1 Vol.
Lc Classification Number
Tl215
Table of Content
Table Of Contents: Acknowledgments 4 Introduction 5 Chapter 1: Engine Modifications 6 Inspection and Testing 7 Intake Manifolds 10 Cylinder Heads 12 Camshaft Selection and Installation 16 Chapter 2: Crate Engine or LS Engine? 19 Crate Engines 19 Crate Sources 20 LS Engines 21 LS1 Install 25 Engine Setup and Tuning 33 Chapter 3: Power Adders 34 Nitrous Oxide 34 Nitrous Flow Control 38 Supercharging and Turbocharging 40 Superchargers 40 Turbochargers 42 Intercoolers 43 Chapter 4: Performance Fuel Systems 44 Carburetors 44 Carb Sources 45 Fuel Injection 49 EFI Manufacturer Options 50 Wiring 51 Fuel System 53 Aftermarket Fuel Tanks 56 Fuel Lines 60 Chapter 5: Exhaust Systems 62 Headers 63 Exhaust System Obstacles 69 Catalytic Converters 70 Mufflers 70 Kit Options 71 Chapter 6: Performance Cooling System 73 Cooling System Design 73 Radiator Choice 75 Tube Requirements 75 Coolant Flow Rate 77 Cooling Fans 77 Ancillary Cooling Systems 81 Cooling System Tips 83 Accessory Drive Systems 83 Aftermarket Kits 86 Chapter 7: Transmissions and Drivelines 88 Manual Transmission Technology 88 Transmission Gearing 89 Transmission Options 90 Clutches 94 Automatic Transmissions 97 Modify or Swap? 98 The Ultimate Swap: A 4L60E 101 Transmission Installation 102 Chapter 8: Driveline 105 Differential 106 Axle and Driveshaft 115 Universal Joints 115 Chapter 9: Aftermarket Chassis Installation 117 Do You Need One? 117 Three Project Examples 118 Prep for Body Removal 120 Body Cushion Removal 122 Lifting the Body 123 Suspension and Drivetrain Installation 126 Chapter 10: Chassis Modifications 129 Damage Inspection 130 Front Suspension and Steering 130 Rear Suspension 139 Springs 143 Shocks 143 Coil-Over Kits 144 Anti-Roll Bars 145 Chassis Stiffening and Bracing 146 Alignment 146 Chapter 11: Brake Upgrades 148 Calipers 149 Disc Pads 151 Disc Brake Rotors 151 Brake Bias 155 Brake Boosters 155 Brake Fluid 158 Brake Bleeding 158 Performance Brake Kits 158 Chapter 12: Wheels and Tires 161 Wheels 161 Wheel Fitment 164 Wheel Upkeep 164 Tires 166 Tire Balancing 167 Tire Wear 168 Chapter 13: Interior Upgrades 169 Seat Belts 169 Rollbars 170 Roll Cages 172 Seating 172 Gauges 173 Steering Wheels 174 Pedal Pads 175 Safety Equipment 175 Source Guide 176
Copyright Date
2014
Lccn
2013-035435
Dewey Decimal
629.28722
Dewey Edition
23
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