Description
Author: Larry Shepard, Softbound, 144 Pages, ISBN: 9781613251386, CT-SA294, 1st Edition, 2014
- Detailed Disassembly - Thorough Inspection - Step-by-Step Rebuild - Select Stroker Kit
The venerable Jeep 4.0-liter inline-6 engin has powered millions of Jeeps, including CJs, YJs, Wranglers, Cherokees, and Wagoneers. The 4.0 delivers adequate horsepower from the factory but many off-road drivers want more horsepowe and torque to conquer challenging terrain, which means these engines are often built and modified. The Jeep 4.0, or 242-ci, is affordable, abundant, exceptionally durable, and many consider it on of the best 4x4 off-road engines.
Veteran author, former Chrysler engineer, and Jeep engine expert Larry Shepard covers the rebuild of an entire engine in exceptional detaill He also delves into popular high-performanc modifications and build-ups. Step-by-step photo and comprehensive captions detail each crucial step of the engine disassembly. He shows th inspection of all critical parts, including block, heads, rotating assembly, intake, and exhausti Critical machining processes are explained, suc as decking the block, line boring, and overborin the block. The book provides exceptiona detail during the step-by-step assembly so you engine is strong and reliable. Installing a larger displacement rotating assembly or stroker packag is one of the most cost-effective ways to increas performance, and the author covers a strok package installation in detail.
With millions of Jeep 4.0 engines in t marketplace (that are subjected to extreme use), many of these engines require a rebuild. In addition, many owners want to extract more torque and horsepower from their 4.0 engines so these engines are also modified. This complete and authoritative guide covers the engine rebuild and build-up process from beginning to end. Jeep 4.0 Engines is the essential guide for an at-home mechanic to perform a professional-caliber rebuild or a high-performance build-up.
Larry Shepard, a veteran Chrysler engineer, has worked for Mopar Performance and has extensive Jeep inline-6 knowledge. He has written five technical performance manuals for Chrysler. He is also a seasoned author, having written several Chrysler big-block high-performance and rebuild books.
