Chevy Big Block V8 Mark IV 427 LS1 Engine

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!

The 454 big block Chevy is still a popular build option for when there is no replacement for displacement!

Over several generations of small block Chevy (and big block Chevy) engines there have been several changes that dictate what flexplate works with them. We’ll help you determine the correct flexplate for your Chevy engine in this buyer’s guide.

How to maintain coolant temperature for a Big Block Chevy engine. Installation instructions for a double pass radiator and electric fan in a 1954 Chevy Bel Air.

Jeff tackles the task of installing a Big Block Engine into his 1967 Chevelle. Read about the hardships he faced and some of the tricks he learned to make this installation run smoothly.

Decode small block Chevy engine suffix codes and block casting numbers with our SBC decoding info guide. Learn how to find and decipher your small block Chevy engine codes quickly and easily!

The new Steel LS Mock Up Block from Speedway Motors makes it easy to fab mounts and check clearances while LS swapping your car.

See how Jeff installs Hedman mid-length headers to the big block in his '67 Chevelle. Learn about the modifications made to the steering shaft and the clamp on the lower steering column for a successful application.

Take a look at a few of the rare and wonderful Chevy engines in the Museum of American Speed!

The 1964 Corvette L79 327 is legendary, learn more about this storied engine and what you need to build a clone.