Brad,
The book is Magnum specific. It is called "Magnum Engines: Mopar
Performance Parts" This book is dedicated to the 8.0, 5.2, 5.9, 3.9 , and
the Magnum 4 bangers.
Dan
-----Original Message-----
From: N2mopars@aol.com <N2mopars@aol.com>
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Date: Saturday, December 26, 1998 11:39 AM
Subject: Re: DML: Motor gone bad
>In a message dated 98-12-26 12:32:49 EST, you write:
>
><< Brad,
>
> I was sorry to hear of the untimely demise of your 5.2. I would highly
> suggest buying the Magnum Engine book from Mancini. It has great engine
> building tips for racing applications.
>
> Also, the 360 looks exactly like the 318 and I think you would be able to
> pass any and all inspections.
>
> Good luck with the new build up and keep me informed as to what you're
doing
> as well as the cost.
>
> Dan >>
>
>
>Yah, I have the Magnum book, all though I found it kinda vague when it
comes
>to Magnum motor tips. Alot of the book was just pulled from the standard
>engine book Mopar puts out. It really doesnt talk much about modifications
to
>fuel delivery and all the seperate sensor inputs and outputs to and from
the
>computer. That would be nice if they had that in there. Its funny to read
>the book and see things about shaft mounted rocker arms, and the cam
section
>talking about large duration, which we all know is a no no in Magnum,
computer
>controlled trucks. But, I do agree that the book has a lot of helpful
>information. Just wish it would be Magnum specific instead of general
engine
>tips. I will keep everyone posted as to the build up, including costs, and
>problems I may or may not run into. This may be a Magnum buildup series
>starting here for everyones reference!!!!
>
>Brad
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