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The LS engine that became the most swapped powerplant in history

The LS engine, originally designed for General Motors’ vehicles in the late 1990s, has transcended its initial purpose to ...
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The Biggest Differences Between General Motors' LS & LT Engines

One thing the automotive world isn't shy of, is LS-swapped cars. LS engine swaps have become so popular, and it makes sense too, as these V8 engines offer a tried and tested method of developing a ...
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Why Do LS Engines Have Steam Tubes?

When the all-new fifth-generation Chevrolet Corvette had its premiere in 1997, it packed a likewise all-new LS1 V8 engine making 345 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque — which was enough to ...
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History of the LS Engine and Cylinder Head Casting Number Spotter’s Guide: LS1, LS6, LS2, LS3, LS4, L99, LS7, LSA, LS9, LQ9, LQ4, L92, L94

Back in the early 1990s the Gen II LT1 and LT4 engines powered GM's hottest performance cars, but GM read the tea leaves and knew that this platform would not be able to get them where they would ...
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GM's LS1 Vs. LSX Engine: What's The Difference?

Engine shopping can be tough if you're looking through a list of them that all have similar names. A question you might ask yourself is what's the difference between General Motor's LS1 and LSX ...