It’s no secret that LS engines have exploded in popularity over the past decade, as 4.8-liter, 5.3-liter, 6.0-liter, and ...
Chevrolet introduced the legendary LS V8 engine to the world way back in 1997 as the engine powering the new C5 Corvette. That first engine, the LS1, was a 5.7 liter, aluminum block, pushrod V8 that, ...
LS engines, a staple in General Motors vehicles since their inception, incorporate steam tubes as a crucial part of their ...
Ever wondered why LS engines have steam tubes? They help vent trapped air, preventing overheating, detonation, and ...
Over the years, General Motors has employed several eight-cylinder engine designs ranging from the inline "Straight-8" to the current LT1 V8. However, many agree that the small-block LS engines were ...
The number of variations on the popular LS engine is downright scary if you are new to the game and trying to figure out which one to grab at the junkyard or online. So let's start from the beginning.
General Motors is well known for its small-block V8 engines; especially the powerful, reliable, and versatile LS series that debuted with the C5 Corvette in 1997. Unlike most of its rivals, GM decided ...
There’s a reason Chevy’s LS series small-block V-8s dominate the custom-car world. They're compact, lightweight, relatively cheap, and backed by seemingly infinite aftermarket support, making them an ...
Once uncharted territory, the LS engine swap can now be done on multiple vehicle platforms with off-the-shelf parts. Holley is trying to make that happen now with the Gen III Hemi. Will it be as ...
We all know the formula: big engine plus small car equals loads of fun. It’s a combination as old as hot rodding itself. No surprise then, that the formula is still in use today, with modern builds ...