Check the listing for details. How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines 7.0 6.2 6.0 5.7 5.3 4.8 Manual Book SA147. Condition: New. Listed at 32.95 USD. With the increasing popularity of GM's LS-series engine family, many enthusiasts are ready to rebuild. How to Rebuild GM LS-Series Engines is the first book of its kind to help you rebuild your GM LS-series engine. It explains variations between the various LS-series engines and elaborates upon the features that make this engine family such an excellent design. In this special Workbench book, author Chris Werner uses more than 600 photos, charts, and illustrations to give simple step-by-step instructions on disassembly, cleaning, machining tips, pre-assembly fitting, and final assembly. This book gives considerations for both stock and performance rebuilds. The book guides you through both the easy and tricky procedures, showing you how to rebuild your engine and ensure it is working perfectly. The book also illustrates many of the performance components, accessories, and upgrades that have been developed for the LS-series family of engines. As with all Workbench titles, this book details and highlights special components, tools, chemicals, and other accessories needed to get the job done right, the first time. Appendices are packed full of valuable reference information, and the book includes a Work-Along Sheet to help you record vital statistics and measurements along the way. You'll even find tips that will help you save money without compromising top-notch results. Chapter 1: The Small-Block Chevrolet Reborn: GM’s Gen III and IV V-8sThe Small-Block Family TreeGeneration I Generation II The Gen III Era Begins The Gen IV: Improvements Abound Determining Whether Your Engine is a Gen III/IVThe Small-Block Lives! Chapter 2: Engine Rebuilding: Skills, Techniques and Tools What is a “Rebuild?” Do I Need a Rebuild?Who Can Perform a Rebuild? What Tools are Needed?Where Can a Rebuild be Performed?Conclusion Chapter 3: Engine DisassemblyOrganization Techniques Step-By-Step Engine Disassembly Chapter 4: Parts Inspection and SelectionParts Selection Words of WisdomEngine BlockRotating AssemblyCylinder Heads ValvetrainGasketsFastenersOther Engine PartsConclusion Chapter 5: The Machine Shop Selecting a Machine Shop Before Heading to the Machine ShopBlock Machine Work Crankshaft Machine WorkConnecting Rod Machine WorkPiston Machine WorkBalancing the Rotating AssemblyCylinder Head Machine WorkOther Machining ProcessesFinal Machine Shop Notes Chapter 6: Component Cleaning and PreparationCleaning Supplies Safety First!Final Hints Step-By-Step Engine Component Cleaning Chapter 7: Pre-Assembly ProceduresDo I Really Need to Pre-Assemble? Pre-Assembly Supplies Step-By-Step Pre-Assembly ProceduresWhat If Anything Goes Wrong? Pre-Assembly Complete Chapter 8: Final AssemblyBefore You Begin Final Assembly Supplies Final NotesStep-By-Step Final Assembly Procedures Chapter 9: Break-In and Tuning Engine Reinstallation Final Preparation Start-UpBreak-In ECM/PCM TuningConclusion AppendixGeneral Calculations for Rotating AssemblyCompression Ratio CalculationCylinder Numbers and Firing OrderTorque Sequences Torque Specifications Piston Ring Gap Alignment Timing Belt/Chain Alignment Marks General Engine SpecificationsHelpful Unit Conversions Glossary of Common Abbreviations Specifications:Pages: 152Size: 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format: PaperbackIllustrations: 604 colorPublisher: CarTechISBN: 9781932494600Product Code: SA147