Veteran author, former Chrysler engineer, and Jeep engine expert Larry Shepard covers the rebuild of an entire engine in exceptional detail. He also delves into popular high-performance modifications and build-ups. Step-by-step photos and comprehensive captions detail each crucial step of the engine disassembly. He shows the inspection of all critical parts, including block, heads, rotating assembly, intake, and exhaust. Critical machining processes are explained, such as decking the block, line boring, and overboring the block. The book provides exceptional detail during the step-by-step assembly so your engine is strong and reliable. Installing a larger-displacement rotating assembly or stroker package is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase performance, and the author covers a stroker package installation in detail.
Contents: ● The Jeep 4.0 Engine ● Engine Removal ● Disassembly ● Inspection ● Parts Selection ● Building Stroker Engines ● Machining and Prep ● Preassembly and Final Cleaning ● Short-Block Assembly ● Long-Block Assembly and Initial Start-Up
With millions of Jeep 4.0 engines in the 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.
