Small block chevy install/removal

Can someone tell me what books, videos, or manuals out there that I can take a look at to do my own removal and installation of a small block chevy engine. I am tired of being railroaded by mechanics out here, and would like to learn how to do this myself. It would be greatly appreciated if someone would respond. The cars in question:1964 Chevy Impala and 1984 Monte Carlo SS.

Thanks
Tal

For sure a big part of install charges are for bolting on all the accessories and intake/exhaust system from your old engine. I think this is the real hourly charge booster upper. An actual swap of an engine for a complete other one is relatively less work.

Once you strip your block you can bolt on everything to the new block at your leisure. Then when you're ready you can rent an engine puller to yank the old on out for the core charge and drop the new one in.

It's not easy. It's a lot of dirty work for non-pros without all the tools and facilities but can be done if you don't rush. I mean think about it. Unbolt motor mounts, fuel lines, exhaust and engine from tranny and it's ready to pull.

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It's easier to learn with the right teacher. Try an auto class at one of the local junior colleges or tech school. You can learn the basics or advance as far as you want. You also can work on your own cars and use the schools tools. Good luck.

Let me tell you from experience...I learned at a young age by diving in and asking questions as you go. Just use common sense getting it out, if it wont go just use your head. Pay close attention to disassembly, dont be intimidated. Its nice if you have someone you can call from time to time for quick questions. You learn more by working through the problems yourself. Todays technology with digital cameras are nice too, make the old lady take pics as you take things apart, forget how something goes just look at the pics. Dont be afraid to mark things for reassembly as well. Hope this helps.