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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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Texas Speed & Performance LS1 Cylinder Head Upgrade - Big Power Small Change

In "LS1 Power Plan" (HPP Aug.-Oct. '08), our subject '00 WS6 T/A registered 381.1 rwhp and 365.8 lb-ft of torque, having gained an impressive 62.1 hp and 36.5 lb-ft. That "cam-only" configuration was ...

Factors To Consider When Choosing Between Rebuilt Engines And New Crate Engines

If your project car has a busted engine, you may be trying to choose between a new crate motor and a rebuild. Here's how to ...
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First-Gen F-Body Gen-III LS1 Engine Swap - Generation Zap Part 1

There has been a movement within our hobby over the last several years to update vintage iron with an eye toward modern-day performance, reliability and, most importantly, drivability. Call it Pro ...