Gen 4 LS Data Acquisition

Looking to swap the venerable LS engine into your hot rod, muscle car, or classic truck? Take a look at our detailed identification guide for Gen III/IV LS engines before you hit the salvage yard or swap meet!

Learn how to identfy motors for your LS Swap. In this guide we cover generation 4 small block engines and some of the cheaper options for more power.

Inside GM’s Gen V LT engine family: history, tech, and performance of each LT engine option available.

The 4.8 LS engine is a salvage yard bargain vs the typical 5.3 or 6.0 LS and can still make great power for your LS swap needs.

This resource contains a transmission pan shape ID chart and other tips to help with identifying GM transmissions.

Learn how to swap out an LS engine with a modern fuel injected engine into a hot rod for added horsepower, fuel economy, or throttle response. View a list of parts and helpful tips to complete the installation.

GM’s 10-bolt rear axle has been around since the 1960s, here’s how to determine if your junkyard find is worth taking home

Learn about GM alternator identification in our guide. We cover GM 3 wire alternators, 1 wire alternators, and externally regulated so you know what to choose.

Learn how Zach replaces a transmission and breakaway converter in his 55 Chevy, with some helpful tips along the way.

Project Chevelle got LS swapped! In this episode, Zach and Joe discuss the swap and go for a drive to try it out.