How to Swap GM LS-Series Engines into Almost Anything

In 1997, the LS1-powered Corvette hit the streets. At the time, the new LS1 garnered much fanfare, but in reality, its release marked a seismic advance in V-8 engine technology that ushered in a new era of performance.

The LS1, featuring ground-breaking architecture, was the first of the third generation of LS engines, which delivered towering performance and efficiency from its compact design.

High-performance enthusiasts quickly gravitated to the wide range of Gen III and IV LS engines that followed, and these engines were transplanted into hot rods, muscle cars, sports cars, and many other vehicles.

How to Swap GM LS-Series Engines into Almost Anything shows how to fit these powerhouse engines into popular GM F-Body cars, such as the Camaro and Firebird, and also how to install these powerplants into non-GM muscle cars, sports cars, trucks, and of course, hot rods.

This book includes a historical review, complete specs, and detailed information so you can select and fit the best LS engine for a particular vehicle and application.

A section on mounting kits, explaining how to install these engines into a variety of cars using readily available motor mount kits, universal engine mounts, or fabricated mounts.

In addition, the book shows you how to perform necessary oil-pan modifications and adapt accessory drivers as well as choose the most suitable fuel pump, exhaust system, wiring harness, and electronic control module.

This guide takes it a step further, revealing how to select the best reprogramming equipment and software for a vehicle and its application. Finally, the book covers the range of compatible transmissions for LS engines.

How to Swap GM LS-Series Engines into Almost Anything is your complete guide for swapping the legendary GM LS Gen III and IV engines into any vehicle and creating a truly unique ride.

Table of Contents

Introduction
What You Need to Know About LS-Series Engines
Engine Mounts for Your Swap
Transmission Mounts
Oil Pans, Pan Modifications and Aftermarket Offerings
Accessory Drives and Cooling Systems
Transmissions
Wiring Harnesses and Wiring
Engine Management Systems, Tuning Software and Controllers
Fuel System
Exhaust System
Selecting a Gen III/IV Engine

About the Author

Jefferson Bryant is a life-long automotive enthusiast. For the last 15 years Jefferson has pursued the automotive arts, reaching a long-time goal 5 years ago of writing for automotive hobbyist magazines. His articles have appeared in Car Craft, Rod and Custom, MuscleCar Enthusiast, and many more. An avid Buick enthusiast, Jefferson owns several, including a 1971 GS convertible.