Ford Flathead Engines: How to Rebuild and Modify
- ISBN-10
- 1613251947
- ISBN-13
- 9781613251942
- Category
- Ford automobile
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2015-10
- Authors
- Kirk Jones, Michael Herman, Tony Thacker
Description
The Ford flathead V-8 set performance standards when it was released in 1932 and has become an enduring power plant of the hot rodding community. Model A roadsters, Deuce coupes, and a myriad of other Ford passenger cars and hot rods were powered by the Ford flathead. It has been installed in many non-Ford hot rods, customs, and passenger cars as well. Since the 1950s, a thriving aftermarket has offered a variety of parts, including heads, cams, and headers. Aftermarket manufacturers have also continued to develop better crankshafts, blocks, pistons, heads, and other parts. In this Workbench title, renowned flathead expert Mike Herman of H&H Flatheads and veteran automotive writer Kirk Jones chronicle the entire flathead rebuilding process. Step-by-step photos and captions cover disassembly of the engine. Inspection of all critical parts, including block, heads, rotating assembly, intake, and exhaust is documented so you can identify problem areas. The parts-selecting process is detailed so you can choose compatible and complementary parts for a stock rebuild or high-performance build. The assembly process is explained in exceptional detail so you can put together a strong and reliable engine. Installing a larger rotating assembly or stroker package is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase performance, and the authors cover a stroker package installation in detail. Millions of flatheads have been manufactured but original cores are not readily available so you have to carefully buy a used block or a new aftermarket unit. Owners want to rebuild their flatheads in their own shop and take the guesswork out of the process. Ford Flathead Engines: How to Rebuild & Modify: 1932–1953is the complete, authoritative guide that covers the engine rebuild and build-up process from beginning to end. It is the essential guide for an at-home mechanic to perform a pro-level rebuild.
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