High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains & AMC V-8 Engines How to Rebuild & Modify (2 Book Set)

Experience the Power of High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains: Theory, Technology, and Selection Camshafts are the driving force behind any four-stroke engine, serving as both the coach and conductor. Whether you're dealing with a classic flathead or a cutting-edge Formula 1 machine, the performance of your engine hinges on the precise timing and operation of its valves. While valvetrain configurations may vary across applications, the fundamental principles remain constant. That's why this book delves into the language, setup, dynamics, energy, and pressure aspects of valvetrains, offering insights applicable to engines ranging from sub-15-hp go-karts to 500-plus-hp street beasts and modern 1,500-plus-hp NHRA Pro Stock monsters. In High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains: Theory, Technology, and Selection, Billy Godbold—a former farm kid turned physicist—shares his extensive quarter-century of experience working with valvetrains at renowned companies like Comp Cams, Lunati, Crane Cams, and Edelbrock. Drawing from his collaborations with professional teams in NASCAR, NHRA, road racing, dirt track racing, offshore racing, and land speed racing, Billy provides a unique perspective on valvetrain systems. Through his lighthearted and analogy-rich approach, this book simplifies complex concepts without compromising essential details. Featuring specific configurations and applications, High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains equips you with practical techniques and examples for optimizing camshafts and valvetrains in various scenarios. Whether you're working with intakes, headers, superchargers, turbochargers, fuels, carburetors, or modern EFI applications, this book offers invaluable guidance. Whether you're building a classic hot rod (Chevy, Ford, Chrysler, and more), a modern performance machine (LS, Hemi, Coyote, or Godzilla), or a competition engine (road racing, circle track racing, or drag racing), you'll discover how to modify your valvetrain system effectively to unlock the maximum potential of each component, ultimately helping you achieve your unique goals. Why Choose High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains? Unlock the Complexity: Cams and valvetrains can be daunting subjects, but this book simplifies the functionality of these intricate systems, making them easy to comprehend. Expert Author: Written by Billy Godbold, an industry veteran with over 25 years of experience working for top camshaft and valvetrain creators in the automotive industry, this book offers unmatched expertise and insights. Visual Learning: Packed with hundreds of charts and graphs, High-Performance Cams & Valvetrains provides a visual feast, helping you grasp every aspect of selecting the right camshaft for your vehicle. About the Author Billy Godbold's journey began on a rural Mississippi farm, where his love for science and internal combustion engines took root. Combining these passions, he pursued a Master of Science degree in physics from Florida State University. Throughout his career, Billy has collaborated with legendary figures like Glidden, Lingenfelter, Jenkins, Pink, and Elliot, eventually becoming a trusted consultant for engineering-focused NASCAR teams and original equipment manufacturers. Thanks to his unique background, Rebuild your American Motors Corporation (AMC) V-8 enginewith help and guidance from Don’s Auto Parts & MachineShop, which is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the home ofAmerican Motors! The AMC Gen II and Gen III V-8 family consists of 290-,304-, 343-, 360-, 390-, and 401-ci engines. Manufactured inKenosha, Wisconsin, these engines reside between the fendersof classic cars (such as the AMC Javelin, AMX, Gremlin,AMC Rebel Machine, Matador, and Rambler and SC/Rambler)as well as Jeep CJs and full-size Jeeps. If this is your first time rebuilding an AMC engine, this bookcontains detailed photos and instructions beginning with disassemblingyour engine and determining the machining thatwill be needed. All of the fine details about boring and honing,crankshaft grinding, balancing, cylinder head rebuilding, engineassembly, oil modifications, and performance upgradesare detailed with photos. Many of the specialized machiningsteps that are needed for a performance build that your localmachine shop might not know about are included in this book. AMC V-8 Engines 1966-1991: How to Rebuild & Modifynot only shows the steps of a rebuild in detail but also helpsyou determine what kind of build is right for your project. It willassist you in making the correct decisions on compressionratio, camshaft selection, and which performance parts areneeded. Many engine replacement parts are getting hard tofind, so this book reveals some of the aftermarket and restorationcompanies that specialize in remaking AMC engine parts.Items such as camshafts, forged pistons, connecting rods,and cylinder head manufacturers are covered. Get ready torebuild your AMC V-8. We look forward to helping you alongthe way! About the AuthorTony Pontillo is a lifelong resident of Kenosha, Wisconsin, whichis the home of the American Motors Corporation. At age 18, hiscareer began by working at Don’s Auto Parts & Machine Shop.In 2001, he purchased the machine shop that has grown into an18,000-square-foot facility with 17 full-time employees. The shophas been rebuilding AMC engines since it opened in 1961 andcontinues to rebuild AMC engines from all over the country. Tonyhas served on the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Associationfor 8 years. In 2018, Don’s Auto Parts & Machine Shop wasrecognized with the Vintage Engine Builder of the Year award byFederal-Mogul. • The AMC V-8 engine was between the fenders of millionsof automobiles and Jeeps.• Everything a reader needs to rebuild an AMC V-8 engine isfound in here.• Step-by-step photography walks the reader throughrebuilding his or her AMC V-8 engine, and expertise isoffered to help source replacement and aftermarket parts.