Ultimate LS Engine Overview

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  • čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
  • Thinking LS swap? I am too, that’s what made me start this research. In this video you will find details on every LS engine, in order they were released, from the LS1 launch in 1997 to the awesome LS9 in 2009, to the last of the Gen IV LS engines in 2017. With full details on each engine, horsepower, compression rations, bore and stroke, cylinder head type, even which models had which engines for each year.
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    0:00 - Overview & History
    0:37 - 1997
    0:50 - 1998
    1:11 - 1999
    2:12 - 2000
    2:38 - 2001
    3:12 - 2002
    3:37 - 2003
    4:17 - 2004
    4:40 - 2005
    6:19 - 2006
    6:55 - 2007
    8:17 - 2008
    9:34 - 2009
    10:17 - 2010
    10:32 - 2011
    10:38 - 2012
    10:44 - 2013
    10:53 - 2014 (New Gen 5 LT)
    11:37 - 2014
    11:51 - 2015
    12:06 - 2016
    12:19 - 2017
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  • @AutoGuild
    @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +44

    I had many requests for a poster of this video, it is now available, perfect for garage or shop: teespring.com/ls-engine-history. Head over to Auto-Guild.com for a free LS Swap Survival Guide eBook, and other free eBooks, as well as posters too.
    Auto Guild fans have discovered a few corrections:
    1) Trailblazer SS debuted for the 2006 model year, not 2005.
    2) The Chevy SS sedan, aka Holden Commodore down under, has a LS3, it was offered from 2014-2017 (don't know how I miss this, one of the best sedans GM has ever made).
    3) LY6, L9H, and L96 do not have AFM.
    4) Its correct on the page but I verbally refer to the TR6060 as the "TR660", oops : )
    5) L96 is still being produce but only in Express van
    6) The 6.0L iron block LY6 also had LS3 style rectangle port heads.
    7) SS Camaro came out in 2000, not 2001 like shown.
    So far thats it, please let me know if you find any others and Ill post em here. Thank you for your support, please also check out my other video: *Best LS Engine for Any Budget*. czcams.com/video/keGi7nC5hT8/video.html

    • @Peder.Adamson
      @Peder.Adamson Před 4 lety +1

      There was a 5.3 option for the Trailblazer with the LT trim level, I’m not sure if the model years though. The TBSS had LS2 only for 2006-2009. (I think someone mentioned that already in another comment). Also, I understand this is a LSx video, but all 4 model years of the TBSS had a 4L70 behind it. The video graphics showed 4L65 at some points when TBSS was lumped in with the car.
      Great video! This probably took a substantial amount of time to put together all the information. And even more to keep it straight. Thank you for the one stop shop.
      For those that don’t know:
      LSX = aftermarket block
      LSx = referring to the LS family with no specifics. LS1, LS2, LS3, LS6 etc...
      (Sorry, it’s a personal pet peeve lol)

    • @willracer1jz
      @willracer1jz Před 4 lety +2

      As an SS owner I was able to to complain.

    • @commyfarknmang9478
      @commyfarknmang9478 Před 4 lety +5

      Yea every body to every chevy ss or commos was made around the corner from me in Adelaide here

    • @TransAmDude8806
      @TransAmDude8806 Před 4 lety +2

      Also, the Saab 9-7x Aero had an LS2 for 08 and 09. It, the TBSS and SSR were the only truck applications for the LS2

    • @Polaris88Reid
      @Polaris88Reid Před 3 lety +2

      I would only build a iron blocks 455 454 305 small blocks and there all iron . Here’s Inside the 455 Cubic Inch Big Block from General Motors There's no comparison in question that 455 with a quad barrel carburetor huge displacement equal a big motor and a easy 8 second build . Nevertheless, this giant engine from the General is a little mysterious. In the beginning, you would find them in Oldsmobile Motor Division products. As time went on you started seeing this exact displacement under the hood of Buicks and performance models from the Pontiac Motor Division.
      Here we'll dig into the history of the record torque producing big block. We will also uncover the difference between a 455 SD (Super Duty) and a 455 HO (High Output). Discover if the Buick, Pontiac or Oldsmobile engine has an advantage over the other. Finally, learn how the 455 benefited during a time when GM's divisions took great pride in making their own engines.
      The Oldsmobile 455 Version
      Olds beat the other GM divisions to market with the first 455 Cubic Inch motor. In 1968 the engine found its way into Oldsmobile's premium luxury muscle car, the 442. They called it the Rocket 455 which became an excellent marketing tool. They based the engine off of the 425 CID found in the 1967 Toronado. The company actually retained the same size bore yet increased the stroke by altering the crankshaft.
      The side effects of a longer stroke include a healthy increase in torque. The downside is the engine finds itself a little slower at gathering RPMs. Horsepower ratings from 1968 through 1970 remained in the 375 to 400 HP range. At first, the engines remained exclusive to the Toronado, Cutlass and 442's. After 1970 you'll also find them in the Olds Vista Cruiser Station Wagons, Delta 88's and even GMC motorhomes.
      Stage I Buick 455 Performance Engine
      The Buick version of the 455 is actually quite different from the Oldsmobile version. Instead of altering the stroke, Buick honed out the cylinders on the 430 CID Buick Wildcat engine. For this reason, GM considered it a thin-walled big block. The advantage of this casting design is a significant drop in weight over the other 455 versions.
      In fact, the engine actually weighed close to 150 pounds less than the legendary 454 big block that Chevy used. This weight reduction compensated for slightly lower horsepower output from the Buick version. They rated the standard issue 455 at 350 HP and the high-performance stage I version at 360 HP.
      This engine had a short run starting in 1970. In 1975 General Motors started using the same engines across the different divisions and platforms. This gave them better compliance control for the increased power and fuel miles they buckled it into the ground. At the end I put that engine in my 1995 suburban and it was a muscle car bully that ran 10 seconds on a good day on a lumpectomy day she ran 11 seconds and for a suburban that’s quick thrown down . Edit if I fallowed my insane friends build I could have had a 9 second suburban . To tell you the truth I would love to own a cutlass 442 my mom had one when she was growing up . To be honest with you tony they don’t make any thing past the 80’s I would want to own and there’s no way in hell I would ever buy a electric vehicle that needs Nuku’alofa power or coal to charge your disposable Dixie . My wife said go find something at a dealership or something and I tell her every time 99 percent to a 100 dealership unless you’re in America you cannot buy anything but a new disposable Dixie nothing compare to the older vehicles.

  • @midnigh7run420
    @midnigh7run420 Před 4 lety +270

    The LS4 is actually a fantastic engine for a fiero swap.

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +30

      I'm searching that on google right now, very cool.

    • @travispeoples
      @travispeoples Před 4 lety +13

      Or a rear engine buggy

    • @Ed.01
      @Ed.01 Před 4 lety +7

      I was thinking would or could it possibly work in my 2011 HHR?

    • @Moecean
      @Moecean Před 4 lety +19

      It's a good engine in general. Just held back by the transmission.

    • @SilkySmooth02
      @SilkySmooth02 Před 4 lety +9

      Wow, never thought about that in the fiero 🤔everyone always just swaps the 3800 Super charged

  • @IanCole
    @IanCole Před 4 lety +281

    Please make a poster version of this info, would be great to have in the garage!

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +62

      That's a good idea, I also want to make it as a pdf file and have it available on my website soon. For now though I'm working on a few more videos. Stay tuned!

    • @seanbrimhall4163
      @seanbrimhall4163 Před 4 lety +9

      @@AutoGuild I second what Ian said. Please make this into a big poster!

    • @spiceykibbles1901
      @spiceykibbles1901 Před 4 lety +13

      I’d 100% buy one

    • @chrismigl27
      @chrismigl27 Před 4 lety +5

      I vote yeeeeeessss!

    • @n5yiz
      @n5yiz Před 4 lety +4

      Poster is a great idea.

  • @yankee1985524
    @yankee1985524 Před 4 lety +47

    So happy that I bought a 2017 Chevy SS with the LS3 an TR6060 6-speed manual. Perfect 4-door sedan.

    • @kevinobrien4155
      @kevinobrien4155 Před 3 lety +11

      Best car Australia ever made

    • @izgon402
      @izgon402 Před 2 lety +1

      I bet you are happy 😃.I work at a Chevy dealer in LA.I know how awesome those cars are.When customers try to complain about parts for SS. I remind them they have a special car

    • @infinity_5157
      @infinity_5157 Před 2 lety +1

      It’s really was that those cars are not bing made anymore, that car is so underrated and could’ve been the chargers rival

    • @mista2621
      @mista2621 Před 2 lety +1

      You could Get them with an LS9 in Aus and NZ. Worth big Bucks now , Some models reach 6 - 7 Figures price wise

    • @moiv8
      @moiv8 Před 2 lety

      @@mista2621 so jealous that’s car is awesome, & looks just as amazing!!

  • @broman0386
    @broman0386 Před 3 lety +16

    This is EXCELLENT work I love how it’s clear cut straight to the point. None of that “what’s up guys it’s ya boy etc” great job!!!!

  • @InFiD3ViL1
    @InFiD3ViL1 Před 3 lety +8

    Great video. A few minor things though. The L99 for the Camaro wasn't so much detuned as it was just spec'd differently for the use of VVT and AFM. Since it was the VVT/AFM version of the LS3 it had valve relief pistons, lowering the compression ratio to 10.3, instead of the 10.7 the LS3 (flat top pistons) has. Also, it has a lower lift camshaft compared to the LS3. The L99 also uses solid stem intake valves compared to the LS3's hollow stem intake valves. Contrary to frequent internet confusion, the LS3 did NOT come with sodium filled exhaust valves, which was reserved for the LS9/LS7. All of these changes are why the L99 was rated at a slightly lower 400 hp compared to the LS3's 426hp, but the VVT of the L99 made up for quite a bit with its ability to produce a rather flat torque curve.
    Also, the LS3 was still produced after the 2015 model year, being installed in the Chevy SS sedan until it's final year of production in 2017. But this is understandable seeing as it was really a rebadged Holden Commodore from Australia. Either way, awesome video that taught me a few things I didn't know about the Gen III and Gen IV engines.

  • @livewiregto
    @livewiregto Před 4 lety +3

    Finally, the video we have all waited for. Thank you!!

  • @JadXtreme
    @JadXtreme Před 4 lety +11

    My 2017 Chevy Express van has the L96. It runs exceptionally well. Moves the loaded down van around with ease. So glad it has the G80 or it would have no traction. I hope to buy this van from my company some day so I can harvest the L96 and 6 speed auto for a swap!

  • @antoniomontoya137
    @antoniomontoya137 Před rokem +4

    You listed the L86 on earlier Sierras but not for 2015. I know there isn’t an “S” after the L but it’s the 6.2, all aluminum, high compression, 420 horse animal. Love it!!

  • @bryantalexander2592
    @bryantalexander2592 Před 3 lety +5

    Dude I love you. You have really made this shit way easier. I appreciate it a lot Brotha good luck with all your future endeavors.

  • @mannieecker8602
    @mannieecker8602 Před 4 lety +13

    Great video sir.....I like how you put this together and explained everything very well.

  • @thomasreid8504
    @thomasreid8504 Před 4 lety +1

    This is one of the best sites for LS info. Glad I found it.

  • @markpointer4747
    @markpointer4747 Před 4 lety +1

    Impressed with all your knowledge on all these engine.
    Plus your one of the few that calls it an engine. It blows my mind when people call then motors.

  • @SonnyGTA
    @SonnyGTA Před 4 lety +13

    Looking forward to this. I just bought a C5 Corvette! LS1!

  • @ryanaustin1970
    @ryanaustin1970 Před 4 lety +3

    Excellent video , complete and clear. Love to see a lt video

  • @richardmalone4721
    @richardmalone4721 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent job explaining, breaking it down in such an easy format.

  • @cheeseburgerrunner5217

    Great video man and you kept this video not too long for the amount of info in there. Much appreciated.

  • @JB-xp8xl
    @JB-xp8xl Před 4 lety +3

    Nice job, I'll be referencing this for sometime to come. Going into my favorites folder.

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety

      Glad you enjoyed. What is your project?

  • @chrism3784
    @chrism3784 Před 4 lety +11

    I have the 2013 corvette 427 with the ls7. Love it, plenty of power, no turbo to deal with, and when just cruising, very good gas mileage.

    • @squidusn71
      @squidusn71 Před 4 lety +2

      I'd keep thag sucker forever especially if it's a stick.

    • @slashnagy6
      @slashnagy6 Před 3 lety +1

      chrism3784 did you have valve issues with your LS7?

  • @erichdouglas3012
    @erichdouglas3012 Před 2 lety

    Just found your channel. This video made me subscribe. It's so well organized and I LOVE the graphics. Seeing the engine codes laid out makes it so easy, and I love the included models the engines came in.

  • @backtheblue7716
    @backtheblue7716 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video. I have researched this myself. You broke down weeks of reading and comparisons into 12 minutes.

  • @kl0wnkiller912
    @kl0wnkiller912 Před 4 lety +7

    I love my 2014 CTS-V coupe. LSA is a great powerhouse but when you combine it with Cadillac's magnetic suspension and ride control system it really handles well. Had mine up to 165 with plenty of room to redline... it was actually still pulling pretty hard but I was running out of road so I backed off. Still adding mods as I can afford them. Headers are next followed by a cam.
    Great video BTW. Really smooths out the bewildering array of engines in this family, thanks for that!

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      I have not driven one but from what I've read that chassis is pretty amazing too.

  • @djombock
    @djombock Před 4 lety +7

    I have a 5th gen Z/28 with the LS7. I really love that motor. Great video and glad you mentioned the Z/28. There were not that many produced and is mostly overlooked

    • @gene7314
      @gene7314 Před 2 lety +3

      Nice man. Still have your Z/28?
      I have a 2014 Z/28. #368. Amazing car.

    • @moiv8
      @moiv8 Před 2 lety +2

      That car is so bad ass!!! it’s the closest car to a 911 GT3 GM has built

  • @ScottO84
    @ScottO84 Před 2 lety +1

    Best video I've ever seen regarding the LS variants and their overall differences!

  • @aurktman1106
    @aurktman1106 Před 4 lety +1

    Fantastic video! Finally explained what all of the engines are!

  • @johno9507
    @johno9507 Před 4 lety +10

    The GTO is an Australian car, it was made here in Australia as the Holden Monaro.
    The Monaro being a 2 door version of the 4 door Holden Commodore SS and Calais.

    • @billyjoejimbob56
      @billyjoejimbob56 Před 3 lety +2

      The Pontiac G8, Chev SS (same car pre and post GM bankruptcy) and the Chev Caprice PPV (police only) were also Australian built for the North American market.

    • @USandGlobal
      @USandGlobal Před 2 lety

      No it isn’t 😂 the engines and transmissions are American built in GM plants then shipped to Australia for assembly.

    • @johno9507
      @johno9507 Před 2 lety

      @@USandGlobal
      The V8 engines were built in Canada and gearboxes in Mexico, the V6's and the rest of the car were all built in Australia.

    • @bluebird8004
      @bluebird8004 Před 2 lety

      @@USandGlobal So your saying that it isn't an Australian built car because it uses foreign parts? 🤣🤣 Wake up man

    • @petecotter6790
      @petecotter6790 Před rokem

      They don't talk about th me 6.0 in the commodore that's referred as a ls2 when it is not - the L98

  • @Kermitt1101
    @Kermitt1101 Před 4 lety +4

    I agree.... my LS3 "Hot Cam" is a great engine, and a lot of fun.... I highly recommend it!

    • @petecotter6790
      @petecotter6790 Před rokem

      Always interested in it. Tried to convince a customer to get one as I believe don't need to change out springs on the Ls3. More info be good on it

  • @W.Khairi
    @W.Khairi Před 3 lety

    With this quality info, you now have a new subscriber, Thanks a lot.

  • @marioandrade2652
    @marioandrade2652 Před 4 lety

    Great video, very informative. Can’t wait for the new videos!

  • @vazfx16
    @vazfx16 Před 4 lety +4

    Well done! Great graphics and information. I wish I had this when I did my BMW Wagon LS1 swap years ago!!!

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety

      Please tell me it is a manual trans unicorn BMW wagon? Love the wagon.

    • @vazfx16
      @vazfx16 Před 4 lety +1

      (Head down in shame) I went with the 4L60e because of price. Manual was part of the plan, but the auto made it so easy. You can check out the build thread here:
      ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids/1627723-bmw-e34-touring-ls1-swap-bmw-5-series-wagon.html
      And some videos:
      czcams.com/play/PLD8XyncdkYYTZllaqHQVIPYXUVlVh2g_j.html

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      You are a mad scientist! Just watched your CZcams recap video. 2 questions: what was the hardest part? What's the next project? BTW, love how you did that intake!

    • @vazfx16
      @vazfx16 Před 4 lety +1

      @@AutoGuild Thank you. The hardest part was the wiring. I didn't want any electrical problems, so I used the BMW stock wiring -- splicing in the GM wiring. This allowed me to avoid running any new wiring. The next project is a mid-engine Volvo 240 wagon. I have 98% of what I need, now it's a matter of finding the time to get it done. Here's a rough idea of the design instagram.com/p/B7vcqHjHoi1/

    • @kl0wnkiller912
      @kl0wnkiller912 Před 4 lety +1

      @@vazfx16 Dude that is an awesome swap! Back in the 1970s when I was doing mad engine swaps it was always my dream to convert a Vega wagon to a mid engine out of an Olds Tornado. I figured you could lock up the steering and put the entire assembly in the back. That would have given 4 wheel independent suspension and disk brakes on the rear! Wish I could have swung it but in those days money was tight so i never managed to do it. The FWD Tornado was still pretty new back then and they were not cheap.

  • @samduran5180
    @samduran5180 Před 4 lety +3

    I have a 15 with the L96, she runs so damn good.

  • @cousin_JACK
    @cousin_JACK Před rokem

    Your videos are brilliantly put together, very enjoyable content. So much valuable comparative information 😮

  • @magichands8817
    @magichands8817 Před 4 lety +1

    OMG! Perfect! You have answered all my questions, and prayers with this amazing video! I’ve been trying to collect LS engine info too but just notes, and then you KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK with amazing graphics listing (and most importantly) SHOWING all this info by year, listing model numbers, production numbers, aluminum/iron blocks, bore/stroke, visual head port style, etc. LS4 info from Impala SS still would’ve been nice, as someone commented that this short crankshaft FWD transaxle mounted engine is good for RWD transaxle install in Pontiac Fieros, or possibly maybe even V-8 engine swap upgrades from FWD N/A or Supercharged 3800 Series V-6 engines in Pontiacs (Grand Prix) & Buicks (Regal). THANK YOU so much for this AMAZING video!!!

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      Really glad you liked it, I have many more videos coming. Im going to make super detailed lists of all the stuff you need for an LS swap too. This video is also available as a poster if you are interested: teespring.com/ls-engine-history

  • @boazlife7405
    @boazlife7405 Před 4 lety +3

    Great info!
    Would love for you to make one on the LT engines.

  • @linguinatorschwartz9309
    @linguinatorschwartz9309 Před 4 lety +45

    We want the LT Overview video.
    I want an "LT7" to put in my truck.
    And boat.
    And airplane.
    |
    And blender.

  • @dekebell3307
    @dekebell3307 Před 17 dny

    Finally, someone put everything together in one GREAT video!!! Thanks for making this!
    Definitely going to order a poster!)

  • @northernlad3015
    @northernlad3015 Před 4 lety +1

    Very well done and very informative. Thank you!

  • @likenem
    @likenem Před 4 lety +3

    Im just adding info that might be rare to some people, from 2009-12. The Colorado/Canyon came with a optional Aluminum 5.3. It was only Crew cab. If anyone sees a Colorado/Canyon with a V8, it might not be a swap and just a super rare truck

    • @moonboost8199
      @moonboost8199 Před 4 lety +1

      Oh that sounds like it'd be too much fun. I miss the sport truck segment.

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      The alum 5.3 is really nice if you can find one. Too bad GM didn't make more of those.

    • @likenem
      @likenem Před 4 lety

      @@moonboost8199 Dodge is crazy as hell and the durrango is suppose to built off of the Gladiator. Fingers Crossed.

    • @G8GTJav
      @G8GTJav Před 4 lety +1

      Interesting, I need to look into that. I know the 5.3 was a rare option on Hummer H3 and H3T but don't remember it being available on Colorado or Canyon.

    • @likenem
      @likenem Před 4 lety

      @@G8GTJav There was a facebook click bait article about the Last Muscle pick up truck, the Dodge Dakota R/T. Someone in the comments mentioned the Colorado came with a 5.3

  • @sambos7880
    @sambos7880 Před 4 lety +9

    Looking forward to a video covering the Aussie models 👍

    • @USandGlobal
      @USandGlobal Před 2 lety

      No such thing as Aussie models mate😂

  • @peterbustin2683
    @peterbustin2683 Před 2 lety

    This is an amazing channel ive found ! Very interesting clear and concise facts. Binge & subbed !

  • @driftingthemnutz1725
    @driftingthemnutz1725 Před 4 lety

    Best video on CZcams for LS information

  • @scottythebody0811
    @scottythebody0811 Před 4 lety +8

    I'm a Ford guy, but this was an excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. And yes, a PDF version would be great. Thanks for posting.

    • @sbfguy7793
      @sbfguy7793 Před 4 lety

      Fords amazing, but these engines are hard to compete with money wise.

  • @regal105
    @regal105 Před 4 lety +12

    The lq9 was also available in the Silverado with the vortec max package.

  • @stevestoecker2371
    @stevestoecker2371 Před 10 měsíci

    Very informative! Thanks for making this video

  • @jacobcossio4023
    @jacobcossio4023 Před 4 lety

    Good vid man , help out a lot on the LS questions

  • @theREALnizzle
    @theREALnizzle Před 4 lety +52

    Trailblazer SS never came with the 6 speed trans nor the 5.3. Just fyi

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +10

      I know, I messed that one up. : ( I added a correction in the comments.

    • @gillesjoseph1735
      @gillesjoseph1735 Před 4 lety +5

      But the regular Trailblazer did come with a 5.3...

    • @familyfirst1st102
      @familyfirst1st102 Před 3 lety

      The GMC Envoy came with the V-8 5.3 also the Saab truck came with the V-8 5.3 not the trailblazer SS.👌 Chicago Westside check-in!🌎

    • @adamgonzales8007
      @adamgonzales8007 Před 3 lety

      And the 2015 trucks came with a 6.2 not a 6.0

  • @sarmatiancougar7556
    @sarmatiancougar7556 Před 4 lety +3

    Those truck engines are interesting. I imagine that 5.3 iron block with low compression can get into 1200 hp range for pretty cheap with a huge single turbo.

  • @pyrorye-80
    @pyrorye-80 Před 4 lety

    Awesome and informative!! Keep up the good work

  • @james5274
    @james5274 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the crash course brotha

  • @stevedean418
    @stevedean418 Před 4 lety +5

    I have a 08 Sierra Denali with a L92 that came from the factory without DoD or VVT which apparently is pretty uncommon because when ordering a stage 2 Cam shaft, cam gear and timing chain caused a little confusion but I have the cam, LS7 lifters, pushrods, rocker arms, valve springs and with a little CNC work to the 823 heads it made a huge difference from the stick configuration. I bought the truck brand new or basically new it had 1700 miles on it and it was the truck the owner of the dealership ordered for himself but after well over 200k it runs perfect the 6L80E has a little delay from 1-2 but if you know how to time it you can’t even feel it. I’d rather drive me 08 Denali over my 2017 Denali any day

  • @legendary6790
    @legendary6790 Před 4 lety +36

    Then you have the LSX, which was basically an LS7 but cast iron and increased size to 454ci (or 7.4L for you weird metric people). You might say why cast iron and bigger displacement, doesn't that defeat the purpose of the LS? And you are right, but that is not the purpose of the new big block. See the problem with the LS7 was that in reality, it was the question of how much can we bore out a small block and still make it run? The problem being with that is if you run any kind of forced induction, you would blow your head gasket as there is no more space for the extra air to go. LSX solved that problem so that you can get up over 2,000 HP with them when they are properly blown or turboed.
    Good vid though. Enjoyed it.
    Edit: I guess people these days don't understand a joke

    • @freeminded7
      @freeminded7 Před 4 lety +5

      Meh metric is better in every possible way.

    • @commyfarknmang9478
      @commyfarknmang9478 Před 4 lety

      Where not weird we just use a different way of sorting stuff out but we still say cubic inch

    • @tuduff
      @tuduff Před 4 lety

      The whole world uses metric. Guess who is the idiot that uses imperial and yards? You right.

    • @charleslowe522
      @charleslowe522 Před 4 lety +1

      When I'm blown, I can probably produce 2000hp as well.

  • @TrickShiftGarage
    @TrickShiftGarage Před 3 lety

    Great video! Very educational

  • @edd.1886
    @edd.1886 Před 4 lety

    Wow! Good research and good information. Thank you!

  • @stacydornan9765
    @stacydornan9765 Před 4 lety +3

    My 98 LS1 in my FIREBIRD FORMULA is the best motor I have ever owned

  • @silverSScamaro
    @silverSScamaro Před 4 lety +8

    LS1 was not detuned for camaros and firebirds. The published HP numbers were farce

  • @losteroni
    @losteroni Před 4 lety +1

    I got the LM7 / L59 in my 06" Suburban and it's amazing , 279,000 miles and it runs like new !

  • @jcatx787
    @jcatx787 Před 4 lety +2

    Great information in your Videos. I have watched both twice and will probably watch both a few more times. I am looking forward to the LT1 video.

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety

      Glad u liked it. In researching this video I never saw the LS info laid out this way, I expect many people will reference this. Im still deciding the best engine for my 68 Camaro so I will likely use it too although I'm leaning towards the L92 (7:25).

    • @linguinatorschwartz9309
      @linguinatorschwartz9309 Před 4 lety

      WHAT ? ? ?
      The best engine for EVERYTHING is the LT(anything).
      The LT is just the latest and greatest LS. The next iteration of the LS. The "new-&-improved" LS.
      Direct injection is the Holy Grail of modernity

  • @RICHON1979
    @RICHON1979 Před 4 lety +14

    Well im more then happy with my ls1 99 camaro ss 🤗

    • @xekret
      @xekret Před 3 lety +1

      Same here! The thing is a beast in the 4th gen.

    • @bradwilliams4921
      @bradwilliams4921 Před 3 lety

      Once upon a time I had an LS1 99 Camaro SS myself, and it was a blast to drive.

  • @AMomcilo1
    @AMomcilo1 Před 4 lety +296

    On the seventh day God created the LS V-8 and saw that it was good. -Bible

    • @musclebone7875
      @musclebone7875 Před 4 lety +2

      Yeah ok!

    • @pyrorye-80
      @pyrorye-80 Před 4 lety +2

      Haha i love it!!

    •  Před 4 lety +7

      Then Ford created Godzilla.

    • @musclebone7875
      @musclebone7875 Před 4 lety +1

      @ the truck engine

    •  Před 4 lety +5

      @@musclebone7875 Yeah, the new 7.3 liter pushrod mill. Forged crank, tall valve springs, 6 bolt mains. Fairly compact for a 445 cid engine.

  • @thatgreenrcsb
    @thatgreenrcsb Před 4 lety

    This is quality info. Thanks for this!

  • @youngestson6537
    @youngestson6537 Před 4 lety +1

    Very informative and interesting and thorough.

  • @v.e.7236
    @v.e.7236 Před 4 lety +5

    I swapped an LS1 for Vortec cast iron V6 and lost ~150lbs. and gained the same in HP. Best upgrade you can make - dump the cast iron lump.

  • @Dr.Westside
    @Dr.Westside Před 4 lety +23

    I'll keep my indestructible lm7 with a single turbo .

    • @martinez1701a
      @martinez1701a Před 4 lety +4

      I built a LM7 for my Trans am when my LS1 took a poop, ported 862's 216/220 .560 114 cam LR4 flat top pistons 10.20:1 compression it kicks ass!

    • @mechantics
      @mechantics Před 4 lety +2

      My 67 Dodge d200 Sweptline is powered by an lm7/ 4l60e 😁

  • @seriously3130
    @seriously3130 Před 2 lety

    Excellent presentation as per usual. Thank you!

  • @CountryFarmBoyUSA
    @CountryFarmBoyUSA Před 3 lety

    Wow, thanks for the informative videos on the LS! I grew up with the 350 chevys in the 70's and then got married and my priorities changed. I picked up a 2003 Suburban with the LS and thought it was basically the same SBC. Boy am I surprised how Chevy improved the SBC. Your 29 reasons the LS is better than an SBC is great and shows how the SBC has evolved. I have a 2007 Acadia V6 with dual overhead cams and the timing chain replacement was $2,000! With Chevy staying with one cam has simplified the service and made it easier to mod the LS. Thanks again, I learned a lot from your videos.

  • @dano4572
    @dano4572 Před 4 lety +11

    HIGHLY RECOMMEND "ALL" OF HIS LS SERIES VIDEOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. just sayin

  • @Ambidextriouz
    @Ambidextriouz Před 4 lety +3

    Do Lt engines please
    Plz like👍

  • @The_Schimpanski
    @The_Schimpanski Před 3 lety

    Excellent video that really helps on!

  • @moiv8
    @moiv8 Před 2 lety

    Great video! I recently finished swapping an LS2/4L70E out of an Trailblazer SS into a friends Iroc Z28 ! Awesome feeling after four years

  • @dschinkal
    @dschinkal Před 4 lety +5

    Make the LT video

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      Noted. : ) Ive got a few others already coming next but its on my short list!

  • @snaker02
    @snaker02 Před 4 lety +7

    The 2014-2017 Chevrolet SS Sedan was equipped with the LS3. Update your visual aid

    • @tylercouture216
      @tylercouture216 Před 4 lety +2

      Definitely forgot to put those in there and its 2014-2017

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      I know, I added it to the comments. Great car too!

    • @colinboynton192
      @colinboynton192 Před 4 lety +1

      Great info! But whole video I was like “I can’t wait until he gets to 2014!” To be fair, he did say no Australian cars. I find it easier to tell people I drive a Holden Commodore SSV, rather than having to constantly explain what the hell a Chevy SS is to people. Clicking on your LS3 vid next.

    • @tomnewham1269
      @tomnewham1269 Před 4 lety

      snaker02 he said he wasn’t going to add the Australian cars.

    • @snaker02
      @snaker02 Před 4 lety

      It was sold in USA at Chevy dealers, it should count

  • @christianrivera6369
    @christianrivera6369 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for spending the time to educate us.

  • @landcruiserintervention9443

    Great video, I'm building a 1968 GMC swb soon and I am just starting to figure out what LS I want to shop for. This is a great guide to understanding the LS world. I'm really liking the LS3...

  • @theroyalcrownedtiger2946
    @theroyalcrownedtiger2946 Před 4 lety +4

    I will be looking to put V8 into a S10 / S15.

    • @PiggyDetector
      @PiggyDetector Před 4 lety +1

      The Royal Crowned Tiger I recommend strengthening the frame. I had a built LS2 in my 2000 s10 and the torque literally twisted the frame a tad when I launched

    • @theroyalcrownedtiger2946
      @theroyalcrownedtiger2946 Před 4 lety

      @@PiggyDetector : Thank you 👍😀👍

  • @econorock
    @econorock Před 4 lety +4

    Chevys version of the Ford YBlock

    • @austinhowze6280
      @austinhowze6280 Před 4 lety +1

      It's really a motor ford first design for the mustang they didnt use it and had a perfectly good motor so the sold the plans to chevy

    • @shitbox7413
      @shitbox7413 Před 4 lety

      😂

    • @Steve_I
      @Steve_I Před 4 lety

      Some people claim that but no one can seem to provide proof of it other than they are similar in construction.

    • @austinhowze6280
      @austinhowze6280 Před 4 lety

      @@Steve_I if you drill the bolt holes on a 351 head a little bigger you can use them on a ls1 car

  • @gapyrodawg5181
    @gapyrodawg5181 Před 4 lety +1

    Super informative video, Big Thanks👍📼👍

  • @Viper3048
    @Viper3048 Před 4 lety

    Awesome video man, thanks.

  • @structuredforex6370
    @structuredforex6370 Před 4 lety +3

    I thought LS v8 was a Lexus V8
    Now i know

  • @9ballz
    @9ballz Před rokem

    Thanks for the history lesson. Subscribed

  • @cmyskill5272
    @cmyskill5272 Před rokem

    Great video.... WoW that was quite a bit of learning for me. Thanks ....

  • @peguesemiles43
    @peguesemiles43 Před 4 lety +4

    Awesome video. I'd love to see a video on the 3800 Series V6 engines

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety +1

      OMG my old roommate swapped one of those into an old Toyota Tacoma truck, it was wicked. Ive got a few other videos coming soon, Ill add that to the list.

    • @G8GTJav
      @G8GTJav Před 4 lety +1

      That would be a long story starting way back with buick.

  • @richarddobreny6664
    @richarddobreny6664 Před 4 lety +5

    Don’t get anything with DoD! Why the LS3 remains king

    • @alfresco4976
      @alfresco4976 Před 4 lety

      Why?

    • @richarddobreny6664
      @richarddobreny6664 Před 4 lety

      al fresco that’s the only failure point on these V8’s. Has to do with collapsing the valves. Same issue with thenhemi’s . No real appreciable fuel economy gain.

  • @micahheaton4877
    @micahheaton4877 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much, you''re videos are very helpful.

  • @abscrypto
    @abscrypto Před 3 lety

    loved the video or information u shared realy helpful and gives a recap about gm/ls engines overview thanks 😊✌

  • @grngs1
    @grngs1 Před 4 lety +3

    Dont forget the fact that the LS engines were designed by a Ford engineer that came to work for GM, sorry to burst yer bubbles

  • @adamschewe7166
    @adamschewe7166 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video! Thank you

  • @BIGPOPRL
    @BIGPOPRL Před 4 lety +1

    Great info on a great versatile engine! LS Everything!

  • @Bigskyguy56
    @Bigskyguy56 Před 4 lety +1

    Great info. Even for the seasoned LS swapper. Thanks, I learned a few things , I didn't know about.

    • @AutoGuild
      @AutoGuild  Před 4 lety

      Thanks so much for the kind words. Keeps me going! : )

  • @kenney5454
    @kenney5454 Před 3 lety

    Great tell all DIY Build Sheet Video! Selling the poster, Genius

  • @bylomax7277
    @bylomax7277 Před 2 lety

    Yes man I love this content.. I'm new to LS engine. So I have already subscribed.. so yes do more . Maybe do a build..

  • @pablocespedes9585
    @pablocespedes9585 Před 4 lety

    Excellent! Thank you Auto Guild!

  • @DragsterJeffCrider
    @DragsterJeffCrider Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you! Great info.

  • @idontkare20011
    @idontkare20011 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you thank you thank you. I have been looking and reading and trying to figure out the exact information in your video. You just helped me out a great deal thank you again I will like subscribe and share 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🔥🔥💯

  • @gregparrott
    @gregparrott Před 4 lety

    Super concise info. Nice!

  • @yzScott
    @yzScott Před rokem +1

    My 2nd engine in my Z06 was an LSX block. The weight difference was noticeable.
    Back to aluminum with engine three. An 8.2L/502ci "LS7" built into an RHS block.

  • @rickygray7767
    @rickygray7767 Před 3 lety

    Great video with awesome info, I thought I knew alot about LS engines until I watched this video.

  • @jeffdickson902
    @jeffdickson902 Před 4 lety

    yes , i did enjoy the video , a masterful job.

  • @javaunceparker975
    @javaunceparker975 Před 3 lety

    Just found out I have L76 in my 08 Avalanche with the upgraded transmission. This video helped explain what I actually have because all the paper work says 5.3l but the sticker codes read L76. So thank you sir.

  • @tylerhensley2312
    @tylerhensley2312 Před 4 lety

    Nicely done!

  • @IhateYoutube
    @IhateYoutube Před 4 lety +1

    It's crazy to think, I owned an LS1 20 years ago.... Damn!
    Awesome vid!

    • @Corsavette02
      @Corsavette02 Před 4 lety +1

      Bought one feb 2000, C5 brand new, still have it :)

    • @IhateYoutube
      @IhateYoutube Před 4 lety

      @@Corsavette02 I had a Millennium Yellow Z51 6 speed coupe 2000. I got rid of it in 2004. It was a fantastic car!