Back in 2009 when LS swaps were gaining ground, we had Mike Copeland write an in-depth story on the things you need to consider when swapping in an LS engine into a vintage muscle car. Mike was the ...
There was a time when LS engines in a lowrider were rare. So rare that when you first saw them you probably didn't think much about 'em; but things have changed—and changed big time. Today, having 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 ...
The early days of LS-swapping were hard. There was little to no aftermarket support, and even simple things like clearing crossmembers required modding the factory oil pan and other bits. By today’s ...
A 2002 Chevrolet S-10 with a 5.3-liter LS V8 conversion is offered for $17,900 as a clean, well-executed custom.
Cars like V10-swapped Hondas and V12-swapped Datsuns are more than just powerful, they stand out in a crowd and go much ...
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 ...
The base vehicle for the build is a BMW 328xi wagon. It has most of the bodywork and the badging. That's about all it retains ...
Taking on an engine swap project can be daunting. Think about it: You're throwing away the complex, thorough engineering work done by an actual automaker, and attempting to replace it with a ...