GM G-Body Performance Upgrades 1978-1987 by Hinds, Joe [Paperback, 146 pages]

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Illustrator: Yes gtin13: 9781613254943 Publisher: Cartech, Incorporated ISBN: 9781613254943 Author: Joe Hinds Item Weight: 12.5 Oz Book Title: GM G-Body Performance Upgrades 1978-1987 Topic: Automotive / Repair & Maintenance, Environmental / General, Automotive / Customizing Genre: Transportation, Technology & Engineering Format: Trade Paperback Item Height: 0.3 in Item Length: 11 in Publication Year: 2013 Number of Pages: 146 Pages UPC: 9781613254943 Language: English MPN: N/A Item Width: 8.5 in EAN: 9781613254943

Description

The photos in this edition are black and white. The General Motors G-Body is one of the manufacturer's most popular chassis, and includes cars such as Chevrolet Malibu, Monte Carlo, and El Camino; the Buick Regal, Grand National, and GNX; the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; the Pontiac Grand Prix, and more. This traditional and affordable front engine/rear-wheel-drive design lends itself to common upgrades and modifications for a wide range of high-performance applications, from drag racing to road racing. Many of the vehicles GM produced using this chassis were powered by V-8 engines, and others had popular turbocharged V-6 configurations. Some of the special-edition vehicles were outfitted with exclusive performance upgrades, which can be easily adapted to other G-Body vehicles. Knowing which vehicles were equipped with which options, and how to best incorporate all the best-possible equipment is thoroughly covered in this book. A solid collection of upgrades including brakes, suspension, and the installation of GMs most popular modern engine-the LS-Series V-8-are all covered in great detail. The aftermarket support for this chassis is huge, and the interchangeability and affordability are a big reason for its popularity. It's the last mass-produced V-8/rear-drive chassis that enthusiasts can afford and readily modify. There is also great information for use when shopping for a G-Body, including what areas to be aware of or check for possible corrosion, what options to look for, and what should be avoided. No other book on the performance aspects of a GM G-Body has been published until now, and this book will serve as the bible to G-Body enthusiasts for years to come.