Could someone direct me to what books are read by the serious engine builders. I am looking to rebuild a D16z6, set up for turbocharging, and am interested in what information is taken as law as far as engine building goes. Any useful links would also be great. I am mechanically inclined, but this will end up being my first total engine build, and i want to make sure i take all the proper steps to making a safe, fast engine. Any information on engine building would be geratly appreciated, along with any tips or suggestions to make my life a little easier. Thanks again

 

bizzump for lunch break people.

 

your best bet is to invest in a helms manual.

 

i have the haynes manual, and thats not exactly what i am looking for. I am talking more about engine theory, building techniques, blueprinting, ect. More info please

 

the best bet is go to your local machine shop and aks around if you can watch what they do.

 

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helms... not haynes.... the helms is a must have.

 

The Performance Honda Builder's Handbook is a great book for basic and advanced theory.

 

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Blah.. those books are out dated, and very missleading.


http://theoldone.com/articles/..._tips/

 

Helms is GAWD!!! for realz bro, go with a helms and follow everything meticulously. any word on you buying my swap?

 

blah, all the books mentioned are for the "enthusiast" and the DIY guys. For a real "builder's" handbook read Automotive Engine Rebuilding (2nd Edition) by John Hughes ... It's quite expensive and uses domestic motors in its examples, but is full of useful information concerning engine blueprinting etc.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obi...books

 

thanks fellows, and vetter, i am waiting on bonus from work and possible tax return. You know i want the engine and trans, plus i won't even have to replace the clutch.

 

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you want my z6 swap too?

 

Go check out one of your local Barnes and Noble stores. Automotive section has got alot of manuals and books on blueprinting, tuning, prep, etc.

 

yea, the same barnes and nobles that says they have 3 copies of maximum boost, none of which can be found, and they don't want to order one. bastards. yea i am guessing that will have to be the solution