GM LS-Series Engines: The Complete Swap ManualVariants of GM s groundbreaking family of LSX engines are installed in everything from its most mundane panel vans to its earth-shaking Corvette ZR1. First seeing the light of day in the 1997 Corvette, the LS1 and its successors have proven powerful, reliable, and amazingly fuel-efficient.Performance enthusiasts have embraced this remarkable V-8, and it has quickly become a favorite subject for engine swaps. Why? Because the versatile engine offers fantastic power, a compact design, and is light weight. Even better, it responds very well to modification. It is everything the high-performance enthusiast could want.GM LS-Series Engines details all of the steps necessary from concept to completion, including fabrication and installation of motor mounts, wiring, fuel system, and driveline considerations. This is the ultimate guide to installing the LSX in your GM muscle car! |
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Introduction | 5 |
Introduction to LSSeries Engines and Planning Your Project | 6 |
LS EngineMounting Solutions | 26 |
Engine EFI and Ignition Controls | 49 |
Fuel System Design | 82 |
Induction and Exhaust Systems | 102 |
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