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With the influx of aftermarket parts, especially excellent cylinder heads, the 351 Cleveland as well as the 351M and 400M cousins are now seen as great engines to build. This book will walk you through everything you need to know to build a great street or competition engine based on the 351 Cleveland platform.

This Workbench book provides detailed step-by-step information for rebuilding the Ford 8.8- and 9-inch rear differentials, two of the most popular and best performing differentials on the market.

The Ford FE engine is one of the most popular engines Ford ever produced. While high-performance build up principles and techniques will be discussed for all engines, author Barry Robotnick will focus on the most popular engines, the 390 and 428.

Walks you, step-by-step, through a rebuild with detailed color photos along the entire way. Whether you're a first-time engine builder or a seasoned professional, this is the essential guide to rebuilding your small-block Ford.

This unique guide will cover the restoration process for every major component group and also provide detailed step-by-step restoration information for the most important procedures. All crucial aspects of restoration are covered in full color.

Includes history, an explanation of how the carb works, a guide to selecting the right carb, how to rebuild the carb, and extensive descriptions of high-performance modifications that will help anyone with a Q-Jet carb crush the competition.

All models from 1955 to 1970 that brought Ford to dominance in the full-size category are revealed in compelling detail. The introduction of the Galaxie, the development of the Skyliner retractable roof car, and much more is covered.

Includes critical information on Ford's greatest V-8 engines with great detail on the high-performance hardware produced throughout the '60s ,'70s and '80s, as well as information on cranks, blocks, heads, cams, intakes, rods, pistons, and more.

Details each crucial step for assembling a modern Cobra replica, profiling the assembly of the most popular Cobra kit car Learn More

In How to Rebuild and Modify Ford C4 and C6 Automatic Transmissions, author George Reid walks readers through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission, to complete overhaul, to proper re-installation and road testing.

Covers the vast majority of Power Stroke Diesels on the road. Each part of the engine is described and discussed in detail, with full-color photos of every critical component. A complete step-by-step engine rebuild is also included.

In this follow up to Jerry Heasley's Rare Finds, Heasley has built a collection of his finest stories, including the 1969 Boss prototype owned by Ford stylist Larry Shinoda, the original 1967 Shelby Mustang prototype and more.

The Definitive Shelby Mustang Guide takes a detailed look at the performance and styling of the 1965-1970 Shelby Mustangs in text, photographs and charts/graphs and clears up many myths and misconceptions surrounding these legendary pony cars.

Takes the guesswork out of modification and parts selection by showing you the types of horsepower and torque gains expected by each modification. Contains over 340 photos and 185 dyno graphs.

An essential book for anyone who wants to modify this affordable and popular sports car, covering everything from engine modification and performance to suspension and body mods.

1994-2004 Mustangs were good performers straight from the factory, but they can be even better with the right combination of performance parts. You can build your Mustang for drag racing, road racing, or simply improved street performance.

The definitive guide for building a stroker small block, complete with 4 engine buildups ranging from 331 to 408 cubic inches. Included is a complete guide to factory head and block castings, as well as aftermarket block and head guides.

Shows you how to modify your vintage Ford to accelerate, stop, corner, and ride as good as Detroit's best new cars. Don't subject your classic Ford to a life of garage time - build it to run hard.

Renowned engine builder and tuner Sean Hyland gives you a comprehensive guide to building and modifying Ford's 2- and 4-valve 4.6/5.4-liter engines. He also outlines eight recommended power packages and provides you with a step-by-step build.

Emphasis throughout is a budget approach to building high performance engines through the use of factory components and selected aftermarket pieces. Includes realistic, low-cost formulas for building serious horsepower in Ford V-8 engines.

Featuring supercharger and turbocharger manufacturers like Paxton, Vortech, Pro-Charger, Power Dyne, and traditional Roots-style systems, this book covers everything you need to know about supercharging and turbocharging your small-block Ford.

This book expertly guides you through each step of rebuilding a 4.6/5.4-liter engine, providing essential information and insightful detail. It also covers how to properly plan a 4.6-liter build-up and choose the best equipment for your application.

Clevelands, FEs and 385 series engines are covered in full detail in this Workbench series rebuild volume. Included are step-by-step heavily illustrated instructions, that walk you through the entire process of rebuilding your Ford engine.

Models covered include: Wagon, Fordor Sedan, Futura, Futura Convertible, Futura V8, Sprint Coupe, Holman-Moody V8, 6, Futura Club Coupe, Futura Sports Coupe, Ranchero V8, Futura Station Wagon.

Hot Rod' reports on the Ford small block V-8s during the 60s and 70s. Covering 351W hop-up, bolt on HP, parts for Boss 302, 400hp 289, modifying the 289, 500hp 302, Boss 289, history.

Hot Rod reports on the Ford and Mercury small block Clevelands of the 70s and covers affordable performance, 351C tune-ups, bolt-ons for the Boss 600hp 351, NASCAR prep, AK Millers and Bud Moores power secrets, plus a whole lot more.

Hot Rod reports on Ford's big block V-8's during the Musclecar years. Covering 429 Intro, 390 & 428 Cobra Jet, FE & 385 Family, 429 Boss, 427 Wedge, 352-428 & 429-460 development, 405hp 406 and aluminum heads.

This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, model intro's, owner's survey. Models covered include: XLT, Auto V8, Bronco II, XL Sport.

Models covered: Sportsman, Camper, 6 & V8, Stroppe Baja and Sport.