Why the LS-series is still such a popular choice for an engine swap

The humble LS engine remains the undisputed king of swaps, in case you haven't noticed, but why? Spoiler alert: it's about a ...
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The Chevrolet LS7 engine that developed a cult following among racers

The Chevrolet LS7 engine earned its reputation as one of the most respected factory performance V8s ever produced, gaining a ...
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2026 Holley LS Fest West Shows Why LS Swaps Still Rule Hot Rodding

We walked the 2026 Holley LS Fest West in Las Vegas and found LS and LT swaps in everything imaginable, proving the LS engine still reigns supreme in modern hot rodding.
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How an Outdated Pushrod Engine Became GM’s Legendary LS V8

GM’s Chevrolet LS engines redefined the pushrod V8 to give us one of the most dominant performance platforms of the modern era. What we refer to today as the LS family of engines usually refers to the ...
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LS Vs Vortec Engines: The Key Differences, Explained

Back in 1955, General Motors gave birth to one of America's most iconic engines, the Chevy small-block V8. Among these, the LS series, also known as the third and fourth generations of small block V8, ...
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Homebuilt Heroes: Top LS and LT Engine Swaps at Holley's LS Fest!

As LS Fest East hits its 15-year milestone, it's clear that the event has become an essential gathering for pushrod V-8-lovers like us. Held at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky, this ...
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The Best Bang For Your Buck V8 Crate Engine You Can Buy

What is the best bang-for-buck V-8 crate engine you can buy in 2024? The correct answer is Chevy's tried and true swap platform, the “Gen IV” 6.2-liter LS3 V-8 engine. Why the LS3 when there are ...