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How to Build Horsepower

How to Build Horsepower
By David Vizard

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How to Build Horsepower - Volume 1 gives you an inside look at the techniques expert engine builder David Vizard uses to build horsepower in engines from 4 cylinders to big-block V-8s. With over 40 years of experience in tracking down the subtle factors that add up to big power improvements, David explains how you can get these same results in your workshop. This volume covers major engine components including: the short block, cylinder heads, camshafts, induction, carburetion, ignition, headers, and exhaust systems. Get the most from any engine with this clearly-written book.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #440296 in Books
  • Published on: 1990-07-13
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 128 pages

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A very clear, and balanced view of all engine components5
This book covers every major engine component and is a great primer on combustion theory, while being very easy to read and understand. Diagrams, drawings and photos tell you what to do and why - or why not to do it. Mr. Vizard presents everything within the context of what is practical and worthwhile for "streetability," vs. what else might make sense for all-out racing performance. What a great book for anyone who wants to add HP, even those with no idea where to begin!

How to Build Horsepower ( for those who never thought of it)4
Vizard's Book is an excellent reference and text book for anyone who wishes to learn how to maximize the performance of any engine. It is an unnasuming text that does not assume a certain level of Knowledge, yet allows one to stretch and grow with it as one gains knowledge and understanding.

Starting with simplest and cheapest mods and then expanding to more exotic upgrades.

David Vizard also ellaborates on downsides of various upgrades in the from of decreased reliability and or economy.

One downfall to the book is lack of coverage of fuel injection.

Reference in book is to Vol 2, for further info on such systems, yet attempts to locate vol 2 has been unfruitfull

Great book, Great author5
I don't think DV knows how to write a dud book. In his typical style, this book is a great source for all things induction related. This book is great for someone who has little knowledge on the subject, as it clearly explains all the fundamentals. It is also just as valuable for the more experienced engine builder/racer as it contains loads of info on carb mods, manifold design and mods, mixtures, atomization, etc. It also dispells many myths that do nothing except slow you down. Rather than writing books based on popular and expert opinions, DV's books are based on hard scientific fact. He does the work, and he has the results. Knowledge is horsepower! With DV's books, I've never gone wrong. On a horsepower per dollar basis, his books are the best investment you'll ever make.