Explains the science, the function, and most important, the tuning expertise required to get your Holley carburetor to perform its best.

Extracting maximum torque and horsepower from engines is an art as well as a science. David Vizard is an engineer and more aptly an engine building artist who guides the reader through all the aspects of power production and high-performance engine building. His proven high-performance engine building methods and techniques are revealed in this all-new edition of How to Build Horsepower. Vizard goes into extreme depth and detail for drawing maximum performance from any automotive engine. The production of power is covered from the most logical point from the air entering the engine all the way to spent gasses leaving through the exhaust. Explained is how to optimize all the components in between, such as selecting heads for maximum flow or port heads for superior power output, ideal valvetrain components, realizing the ideal rocker arm ratios for a particular application, secrets for selecting the best cam, and giving unique insight into all facets of cam performance. In addition, he covers how to select and setup superchargers, nitrous oxide, ignition and other vital aspects of high-performance engine building.

Learn how to select, install, tune and modify all popular Holley performance carburetors. This information-packed guide provides a detailed view of basic carburetor functioning, modifying for performance applications, custom-tuning for street, racing, off-road, turbocharging, economy, and other special uses.

There has never been a book covering the ins and outs of the emerging Edelbrock line of carburetors. But this book covers rebuilding, turning and modifying Carter and Edelbrock carburetors. Outlines carburetor types, takes a thorough look at carb selection and carb function, and offers detailed information on modifications, tuning, and rebuilding Carter/Edelbrock carburetors.

Now revised and completely updated, Holly Carburetors, Manifolds & Fuel Injection gives you the inside edge on how to use Holley products for maximum performance or economy. Comprehensive sections include: Carburetion basics & Holley operation; selecting and installing the “right” carburetor and manifold; theory, operation, and installation of Pro-Jection fuel injection; tuning for maximum performance; designating a fuel system; alcohol modifications; troubleshooting and repair, and more! Over 500 photos, illustrations, charts and diagrams guide you through principles of induction that can be applied to any engine. Included are street, drag strip, road racing, circle track and marine applications.

For the complete story on Holley fuel systems, pick up Holley Carburetors & Manifolds. It includes the entire line of Holley products: carburetors, manifolds, fuel pumps, and filters. In the Holley Carburetor Handbook, concise text explains the basics of the fuel-inlet, idle, main-metering, secondary and choke systems. Learn about the 4150/4160’s unique metering blocks. Instructions cover carburetor repairs and adjustment. And a bonus section describes how to choose a carburetor based on engine size and volumetric efficiency. More than 100 photos, charts, and drawings show you how to do it right.