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# Build Max-Perf Chevy SB on a Budget (Performance How-To)

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Review: Great reference guide - I build my first small block Chevy 40 years ago using one of David Vizards books. There was no internet in those days so the book was my step by step guide. Ended up building several engines using that book and all ran awesome. Decided it was time to build another small block and with the price of parts these days saw this title and decided to give it a shot. The book has already saved me money with David's tips and will certainly save me allot more as the build continues. Big plus is the many quality color pictures. Even if you're an experienced builder there are still lots of great tips and information in the book.
Review: Best engine book I have ever read. - If your interested in small block Chevys just buy it. David Vizard is one of the best writers out there and this book has so much useful information that it is a "must have" for any SBC fan. I borrowed it, read it twice in a week and instantly knew I needed a copy of my own. I've bought two other copy's of the 1999 printing to give to buddies and they have agreed that this is a great book and sure to become a classic. Its that good! His book, "How to build horsepower" is another one that everybody needs to have. David is a Writer, Engine builder, Racer, Machinist, owns a dyno, owns race cars, and has done it all his life. Not like most books that are written by college boys that have never got there hands dirty. This guy speaks to us,,, the gear-heads. He is the modern day Smokey Yunick but instead of Drinking, Pot smoking, and chasing Whores, (not that there is anything wrong with that), David has spent much time writing what he has learned so that we all can use it. Hopefully he had had some time for the other stuff too. Order the book and don't look back. Of all the Small Block Chevy books out there these are the first two that you need. I now have the 2009 and the 1999 editions. No noticeable difference in either one so feel safe in buying a used one if your pinching penny's. An step by step assembly book and maybe the Engine blueprinting book also helpful.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #35,325 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #3 in Car Customization #6 in Vehicle Owner's Manuals & Maintenance Guides #41 in Do-It-Yourself Home Improvement (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (653) |
| Dimensions  | 8.5 x 0.38 x 11 inches |
| Edition  | Updated ed. |
| ISBN-10  | 1932494847 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1932494846 |
| Item Weight  | 1.18 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | Performance How-To |
| Print length  | 160 pages |
| Publication date  | May 11, 2009 |
| Publisher  | CarTech |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great reference guide
*by C***L on July 2, 2024*

I build my first small block Chevy 40 years ago using one of David Vizards books. There was no internet in those days so the book was my step by step guide. Ended up building several engines using that book and all ran awesome. Decided it was time to build another small block and with the price of parts these days saw this title and decided to give it a shot. The book has already saved me money with David's tips and will certainly save me allot more as the build continues. Big plus is the many quality color pictures. Even if you're an experienced builder there are still lots of great tips and information in the book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best engine book I have ever read.
*by D***R on November 5, 2010*

If your interested in small block Chevys just buy it. David Vizard is one of the best writers out there and this book has so much useful information that it is a "must have" for any SBC fan. I borrowed it, read it twice in a week and instantly knew I needed a copy of my own. I've bought two other copy's of the 1999 printing to give to buddies and they have agreed that this is a great book and sure to become a classic. Its that good! His book, "How to build horsepower" is another one that everybody needs to have. David is a Writer, Engine builder, Racer, Machinist, owns a dyno, owns race cars, and has done it all his life. Not like most books that are written by college boys that have never got there hands dirty. This guy speaks to us,,, the gear-heads. He is the modern day Smokey Yunick but instead of Drinking, Pot smoking, and chasing Whores, (not that there is anything wrong with that), David has spent much time writing what he has learned so that we all can use it. Hopefully he had had some time for the other stuff too. Order the book and don't look back. Of all the Small Block Chevy books out there these are the first two that you need. I now have the 2009 and the 1999 editions. No noticeable difference in either one so feel safe in buying a used one if your pinching penny's. An step by step assembly book and maybe the Engine blueprinting book also helpful.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A 5-star book for gearheads!
*by B***. on April 30, 2013*

This book is a fantastic read for those who want to build a good racing/street engine with very little money, knowledge, or both. David walks one through building small block chevys with easy to understand techniques, and backs up what he claims with proven results from personal experience. Just follow his instructions and building your dream street/strip motor will most definitely become a reality. For anyone interested in these engines and the power they can produce (even on a relatively tight budget), DO NOT PASS THIS MOST IMPORTANT LITERATURE BY! You'll regret not having this book as a sidekick on your first, or next, Chevrolet build. I also highly recommend his HOW TO BUILD HORSEPOWER as a companion to this book.

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