GM LQ9 Muscle & Classic Car Alternators

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

LS swaps are nothing new, but they're still a little mysterious to some of us. Here is an overview of what you will need and what you need to know to swap some modern performance into your muscle car, truck, or hot rod!

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 about performing an LS Swap in a 1972 Chevelle in this tech article. We'll discuss lessons learned from our Chevelle engine swap using a 500-horse 6.0.

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

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

If you're considering upgrading your classic car's charging system with an generator to alternator conversion, here are some helpful tips.

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.

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.

Kevin W. walks through each step of installing a new alternator bracket on a 454 Big Block Chevy.