Hot Rod's Horsepower Handbook

At Hot Rod Magazine, there's no such thing as too much horsepower, but the editors are certainly willing to look for that limit! This collection of technical articles delves into the quest for more torque and screaming power from the most basic mill to the ubiquitous small-block Chevy and Ford V-8s. The book covers a variety of components, including: Crankshaft Boring vs. Stroking Valve train. Rookie Tech: How To Set Valves. Importance of Cam Timing. Cam Packed: The Basics of Lift, Duration, and a Whole Lot More. Essential information about Cams and Valve Trains Intake. Selecting Intake Manifold and Carb Exhaust. Exhaust Choices (Headers, Pipes, Mufflers) Compressed Air. Turbocharging Theory. Supercharging Basics