Comparing GM’s LS V8 engine to the high-tech LT V8 engine. Which is better for your performance needs and budget?

LS vs LT Engine: Which Swap is Better? HP, Specs & Fitment Differences

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!

Gen III/IV LS Engine ID Guide

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.

Gen 4 LS Engines - Junkyard LS Swap Identification Guide: Part 2

The LS swap is no doubt still going strong, but if you’re planning to run an automatic behind your 4.8, 5.3, or 6.0L LS-powered ride, you’ll need to pay attention to a few items we discuss in this buyer’s guide.

LS Engine Flexplate Fitment Guide

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.

Vortec 4.8 LS Build: Horsepower Recipes, Specs, & Upgrades

Making great horsepower on a budget is the LS engine family’s claim to fame, but just like any other engine, the more power you ask of it the more you’ll need to spend

5.3 LS Build Combinations: Recipes for 400-700+ HP

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

GM Gen V Engine Guide | LT & EcoTec3 Engine Specs Guide

While everyone is looking for a 6.0 LS, don’t count out the original 5.7 LS1 engine for your next LS swap performance build

5.7 LS1 Engine Upgrades: Build Recipes for 400 HP-700+ HP

Concerned about a transmission swap? Our engine transmission compatibility checker will help confirm what you need to make it happen.

Transmission Interchange List Chevy, Ford, Mopar V8 Compatibility

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.

Small Block and Big Block Chevy Engine Flexplate Guide

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