[ihc] AMC build-ups

[Joel Furtek <furtek@xxxxxxx>]

All,

I have a copy of "Performance American Style," an authorized reprint 
of the 1972 AMC publication.  It's a think booklet, but I think it 
has some very valuable information.  I strongly encourage getting a 
copy on eBay or maybe at a library?

DaimlerChrysler still holds the copyright, so I won't scan the book, 
but it's interesting that in stock form the 1971 401 4v was rated at 
330 gross HP (10.2:1 compression); the '72, with 8.5:1 compression, 
was rated at 255 NET HP, which I think is pretty respectable!

The book has good specs for things like blueprinting, cams, blocks, 
boring, and such.  Plus, some good early 70-s attitude -- from Page 1 
"The Man Says:  Federal and many State emission laws..."  :-)

On the clutch issue, it' states that all AMC engines use the 10.5" 
clutch, with most using 2000-2500# pressure plates.  The 71-2 401s 
used 2600# plates.  Beyond that, they recommend aftermarket pieces 
with 3000-3200# pp's.

If there's anything specific that can add to this discussion, please 
let me know!

Best,
Joel
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