There's a reason why gearheads put both LS (not to be confused with LT) and Vortec engines under the same umbrella of "LS", despite GM originally assigning them different badges. (And in case you're ...

When it comes to engine swaps, there might not be one that's more popular than the LS swap. This is in large part due to the easy availability of them, but they are also good performers. The LS7 and ...

The small-block Chevrolet (SBC) V8 has undergone several refinements over the decades since its creation. While every true SBC generation uses the same 4.40-inch cylinder bore spacing, single camshaft ...

GM's LS engine is a powerhouse, thanks to great-flowing heads that enable tremendous horsepower and high-rpm performance. But while the LS is becoming a more popular swap choice for earlier, pre-C5 ...

The LS engine’s bottom end is the foundation for its legendary power and durability, but getting it right means mastering clearances, torque specs, and oiling strategy. Whether you’re chasing 500 hp ...

Few engine families go down quite so well in the history books as Chevrolet's iconic LS series. The family consists of powerful small-block V8 engines, and they've been seen in everything from ...

In previous issues we talked about the GM 5.3 engines and how they are abundantly available. Recently, we have been hearing more talk about the smaller version of the LS family known as the 4.8. Now ...

It's hard to believe that General Motor's LS series of engines have been with us for 20 years. Introduced in 1997, performance enthusiasts quickly learned all this new design had to offer—these ...

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 ...

The venerable LS engine swap is a meme for one very good reason – the LS V8 is a great engine. With its relatively low weight, compact size, big power potential, and a seemingly endless supply of ...