The LS family of GM engines has been around since the late '90s, and over time these powerplants have found their way into everything from trucks to Corvettes. Why? Because they are simply some of the ...

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 ...

As we'll illustrate in this story, the LS engine is capable of producing big-block-style displacement and power in a small-block-sized package. It seems like something larger than a mouse yet smaller ...

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 ...

In last month's issue, we began the buildup of our LS3-based 416-cube stroker by addressing the short-block. With the block machined and assembled with a bulletproof forged rotating assembly from ...

Turbos and superchargers have made extra power almost easy to come by. Thanks to them, even tiny four-cylinders can make the type of numbers that used to be reserved for big-displacement engines. That ...