Ford Cleveland 335-series V8 Engine 1970 to 1982 (Essential Source Book Series) - Softcover

"Here is a serious book for serious petrol- heads of the Ford Variety. No Ford loving performance enthusiast will have failed to have heard of the 335- Series Cleveland V8. Produced in the United States, Canada and Australia, it was the mainstay of Ford's performance engines from 1970 to 1982 and it still the preferred big block engine for classic car owners who want the most bang for their buck. Author Des Hammill has really done his research, gleaning innumerable facts about this iconic engine from far and wide. The resulting technical appraisal is the definitive book on the subject and an essential source of information for historians, classic car owners and racers alike. After an extensive introduction, during which he recounts the development of the engine series, he then takes an extended tour of the engine itself, explaining how the various versions differ, all about cylinder heads, preparing Cleveland short block engines for racing, how to use different camshafts and oils can affect performance, and a technical section with much sought after specifications and statistics. There is a history of the Cleveland V8 an NASCAR and Pro-Stock racing, concluding with a reminder of why this engine has been successful. The text is supported by many clear photos, diagrams, drawings and tables. This is not a book for general reading, but for Ford fans and racing enthusiasts it will provide essential background and advice on getting the best from the Cleveland V8." --Classic American

The definitive history of 335-Series Cleveland Small Block Ford V8 Engines produced in the USA, Canada and Australia between 1970-1982. Years of meticulous and dedicated research have allowed Des Hammill to collate extensive and accurate information to produce this fully comprehensive, unique technical appraisal of the Ford V8 Cleveland engines, including previously undocumented knowledge of both the engineers and engine plants involved in the design, development and subsequent manufacture of this highly prized engine from its inception in 1968 until production ceased in 1982. Coverage includes Ford engine plants, all Cleveland 335 variants, cylinder heads, preparation for racing, camshafts, technical data, racing history in NASCAR and Pro-Stock; in fact, just about everything you could wish to know about this classic engine. This is one of an informative series of books depicting the history of the individual series of Ford overhead valve V8 engines.