Pontiac Firebird Parts - Literature, Multimedia

The needs of a true competition engine are quite different than those of the engine under the hood of a typical commuter car. From the basic design needs, to the base component materials, to the sizes of the flow-related...

During the muscle car wars of the 1960s, Holley carburetors merged as the carbs to have because of their easy-to-tune design, abundance of parts, and wide range of sizes. The legendary Double Pumper, the universal 600-cfm...

This Power Manual is the bible for new and experienced six-cylinder engine builders. This updated version is a must-have for any serious inliner. From soup to nuts, when you want to build the Chevy six for more power and...

This Roger Huntington classic will help you understand how things were done around 1951, specifically, the details on planning the modifications, fitting the block, boring and stroking, flathead and overhead-valve cylinder...

After disassembling and gutting your car, it is easy to feel that you're in way over your head when it comes to the upholstery. This is why so many do-it-yourself restorers outsource the work, at considerable expense, to an...

After disassembling and gutting your car, it is easy to feel that you're in way over your head when it comes to the upholstery. This is why so many do-it-yourself restorers outsource the work, at considerable expense, to an...

The 1960s and early 1970s were the age of raw American automotive power. Whether it was a classic Hemi ?Cuda, Pontiac GTO, Charger, or Boss Mustang, big engines were king at local drag strips and cruises. Muscle Cars...

About 700,000 Camaros were built from 1967 to 1969. The first-generation Camaro has won a die-hard following and has become an iconic performance car. Camaros in excellent condition command very high prices, so many owners...

The Chevy big-block has been installed in millions of cars and trucks over the past 50 years, including Camaros, Chevelles, Corvettes, Impalas, and a multitude of trucks. Extracting maximum performance has been the pursuit of...

If your car needs new paint, or even just a touch-up, the cost involved in hiring a professional can be more than you bargained for. Fortunately, there are less expensive alternatives--you can even paint your car at home! In...

Learn to: Make and install interiors for any car or truck Restore, recover and build bench or bucket seats Upholster armrests and door panels Make and install headliners and carpeting Install convertible tops or vinyl tops...

The GM LS Series V8's are the most popular engines in the aftermarket. Choosing the best cylinder head is key to making any LS engine project perform to it's highest potential. This book compares readily available factory...

The Ford 8.8 and 9 inch rear differentials are two of the most popular and best-performing differentials on the market. While the 8.8-inch differential is commonly used in late-model Mustangs, the 9-inch is the more popular...

Any custom automotive project begins with making choices. There are choices under the hood, such as which engine will match well with a certain chassis and transmission. There are aesthetic choices, like whether to use custom...

Sheetmetal forming and fabrication is an essential automotive art. Creating door skins, fenders, hoods, and a myriad of other components from sheetmetal is a crucial skill for restoring many muscle cars, building custom parts...

The value and collectability of muscle cars has never been higher. Models that sold for $30,000 at auction 10 years ago are now going for quadruple that in many cases. The charts showing auction results, sale prices, and car...

From factory drag racing, to the AC Cobra, to the legendary Mustang, the history of the Ford big-block is a long and storied one. Making its debut in the late 1950s, the Ford FE big-block engine sat between the fenders of...

Expert trimmers Don Taylor and Ron Mangus share two lifetimes of auto upholstery experience and secrets in this fantastic book. More than 800 color photographs capture every detail you'll need to create your own exciting and...

In 1969, the Camaro with the SS package took Chevy Camaro performance and styling to another level. First, the Camaro carried updated sheet metal for an aggressive and eye-catching appearance, and the ultra-high-performance...

There's a common thread that connects high-performance enthusiasts; they want horsepower at the most affordable price. Hot rodders have always searched for ways to save money and improve performance, which includes...

Although not quite the heavy-duty performer as its big brother, the Turbo 400, the Turbo 350 transmission is a fine, durable, capable, and when modified, stout performer in its own right. Millions of GM cars and trucks have...

GM's LT1/LT4 engines represented the highest level of small-block V-8 development for the period between the legendary small-block Chevrolet and the introduction of the LS-series V-8. They powered all of the hottest...

Although not the first V-8 engine ever produced, Henry Ford's side-valve V-8, launched in 1932, certainly qualified as the first mass-produced V-8 sold to the public. Because of Henry Ford's stubbornness, the first versions...

The Ford FE engine is a Ford V8 engine used in vehicles sold in the North American market between 1958 and 1976 and in displacements between 330 cu in (5.4 L) and 428 cu in (7.0 L). These engines were designated as the...

Proven methods for increasing horsepower in any engine. High-performance street and race engine builders are always looking for the latest techniques and combination of parts to build a better, stronger, more powerful...

The Chrysler B-Bodies from 1966 to 1970 are the most-restored cars in the franchise's storied history. Popular models among them include the Charger, Coronet, GTX, Road Runner, and Super Bee. Restoring a Mopar B-Body is...

Countless collector car owners are skilled at performing mechanical work, but for many of them, electrical work seems like a mystery, too complicated and too confusing. However, electrical upgrades are absolutely essential...

The Unfair Advantage By Mark Donohue & Paul Van Valkenburgh In 1974 Mark Donohue took a year off from driving at the height of his racing career and wrote The Unfair Advantage, a candid and revealing book about his journey...

Everything you always wanted to know about Chevrolet?s big block engines can be found in this book. Learn about all aspects of 396 and 427 engines. Covers race preparation, low budget 550HP 427, modifying heads, Rat...

The use of nitrous oxide as a chemical supercharger has been extremely popular since the 80s, and technology advancements have been making it easier and safer to work with it ever since. Author Bob McClurg reviews the latest...

If you want more power, a turbo may be the solution you are looking for and this book will definitely help you. This book also covers turbo design, sizing and matching. Controls, carburetion, exhaust, ignition, intercooling,...

It was a driver's dream: Along with the full factory warranty, your car came with a guarantee of 11.5-second quarter-mile times. It was also Joel Rosen's dream, and in 1964, he set out to make it a reality. First he built...

Arguably the only book dedicated exclusively to muscle car brake performance, veteran author Todd Ryden shows readers how to select brake systems for various applications and different budgets. The book covers system design,...

One of the greatest innovators of his time, Dick Landy was one of those guys who made you rush back to your seat from the concessions stand so you could watch him navigate the 1320. Win, lose, or draw, watching one of Landy's...

Road & Track 1993-2002 Camaro / Firebird Portfolio includes road tests, model introductions, comparisons, performance data, long term reports, specifications, and owner surveys. There are road and comparison tests,...

At one time, if you wanted big horsepower in your Mopar muscle car or truck, your choices were limited to a big-block swap or a coveted Hemi. At the very least, you needed different engine mounts, K-members, transmissions,...

Join host Dan Woods, on a journey to some of Southern California?s most renowned restoration and build facilities. Also available: Season 4 - A 1964 Impala and a Bricklin SV-1. Season 5 - A 1953 Chevy Pick Up and a 1970...

Excellent handbook detailing all common and not so common techniques of welding. Oxyacetylene welding and cutting, brazing and soldering. Also includes how to weld stainless steel, aluminum, magnesium and titanium. ...

Skylarks, GSXs, Grand Nationals, Rivieras, Gran Sports; the list of formidable performance Buicks is impressive. From the torque monsters of the 1960s to the high-flying Turbo models of the '80s, Buicks have a unique place in...

Join host Dan Woods, on a journey to some of Southern California?s most renowned restoration and build facilities. Also available: Season 5 - A 1953 Chevy Pick Up and a 1970 Plymouth Cuda. Season 6 - A 1969 Yenko Tribute...

As the muscle car wars developed in the early 1960s, auto manufacturers scrambled to find catchy marketing campaigns to entice the buying public into their dealerships. General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler, with all their...

The traditional Pontiac V-8 ushered in the age of great American overhead valve V-8s with its introduction in 1955. Almost immediately, it became the basis for competition power plants. As time passed and the engine evolved...

Explains the science, the function, and most important, the tuning expertise required to get your Holley carburetor to perform its best for your performance application, whether it's street, strip, supercharging, or race...

The 4.6 and 5.4 liter modular Ford engines are finally catching up with the legendary 5.0L in terms of aftermarket support and performance parts availability. Having a lot of parts to choose from is great for the enthusiast,...

Carroll Shelby collectible book has 256 pages and 295 images selected by Carroll himself. It features Shelby's personal commentary throughout. This was Shelby's final work; he passed away as the book was nearing completion. ...

A key component, often overlooked, in automotive restoration is metal preparation. In essence, all the best bodywork, primer, and fancy paint won't do you any good if the metal surface it adheres to is not expertly prepared. ...

Award-winning cars and interiors will inspire you with design possibilities for your own 1955-1957 Chevy hot rod. You will learn the concepts behind a great interior. Large full-color photos and detailed explanations show and...

Starting in the early 1960s, Mopar Wedge engines powered a wide range of Chrysler muscle cars, such as the Dodge Charger, Daytona Charger, Super Bee, Challenger, as well as Plymouth Barracuda, Superbird, Road Runner, GTX, and...

"Petty signs with Ford!" Those four words tore through the racing world like a hot knife through butter while loyalists threw their hands up in disbelief. King Richard's defection was in part because Plymouth hadn't built a...

Author Trenton McGee, 4x4 suspension expert and former host of Outdoor Channel's Off-Road Adventures, explains 4x4 suspension systems in an easy-to-understand manner. He gets specific on types of suspensions available from...

Turbochargers are incredibly appealing to performance enthusiasts because of their ability to add "free" horsepower - and lots of it - to almost any engine or vehicle. Today, it seems easier than ever for the average...

Fully Illustrated articles from the worlds leading automotive magazines deliver the information you're looking for. Each book in this popular series contains road tests, driving impressions, specs, technical data new model...

Performance modification on enthusiast cars and trucks entails the modification of many systems in concert with each other. Induction systems, exhaust, rotating assemblies, cylinder head modification, all areas where...

This revised edition of How to Rebuild and Modify High-Performance Manual Transmissions breaks down the disassembly, inspection, modification, upgrade and rebuilding process into detailed yet easy-to-follow steps consistent...

Any professional performance engine builder will likely tell you the most powerful and important component in an engine are cylinder heads. If you can afford to invest serious money in one component for a street engine, in...

When Ford introduced the new 1979 Mustangs on what is known as the Fox platform, it sparked a new revolution in automotive modification and performance. Hailed as the sports car for the masses, the Mustang GT soon became one...

The Ford C4 and C6 automatic transmissions have been equipped in millions of production rear-wheel drive cars and trucks since they were introduced in the 1960s (C4 in 1964, C6 in 1966). They remained in production deep into...

The Ford FE (Ford Edsel) engine is one of the most popular engines Ford ever produced, and it powered most Ford and Mercury cars and trucks from the late 1950s to the mid-1970s. For many of the later years, FE engines were...

Graham Hansen, author of the best-selling SA Design title How To Build Big-Inch Chevy Small Blocks, takes the mystery out of camshaft and valvetrain function, selection, and design. He covers camshaft basics, including a...

Without a doubt, GM's LS Series engines are the hottest thing going right now. Thousands of enthusiasts are either modifying their cars factory equipped with these engines, supported by a robust aftermarket, or converting...