LS Engine: Parts Interchange 1997-2020 & Complete Swap Guide 2 Book Set

Looking to unlock the full potential of your LS engine build? LS Engine Parts Interchange: 1997–2020 is the ultimate guide for understanding and selecting the right factory parts for your LS project. Written by LS engine experts Joseph Potak and Jefferson Bryant, this in-depth reference covers everything you need to know about General Motors' legendary LS-series V-8 engines — from Gen III to Gen IV and beyond.

First introduced in 1997 and used in Corvettes, Camaros, Silverados, and other GM models, the LS engine platform has become one of the most popular and versatile V-8 engines ever produced. With over 30 variants and millions of units manufactured, the LS engine is known for its compact design, high horsepower, and incredible aftermarket support. But not all parts are interchangeable — that's where this book becomes essential.

This comprehensive LS engine interchange guide covers:

• Engine blocks and rotating assemblies
• Cylinder heads and valvetrain components
• Camshafts and performance upgrades
• Oil systems and intake manifolds
• Electronic engine controls and tuning
• Factory parts compatibility and swap tips

Whether you're planning a high-performance LS engine swap, a budget-friendly stroker build, or want to learn how to mix and match factory parts for maximum horsepower, this book provides detailed explanations and expert advice. You'll learn which camshafts work best for your application, how to retrofit Gen IV heads onto a Gen III block, and much more.

Perfect for:

• DIY LS engine builders and swappers
• Performance enthusiasts seeking factory-based horsepower gains
• Mechanics and restorers working on LS-powered vehicles
• Anyone needing a trusted LS parts interchange manual

Don't guess when it comes to your LS build — get the facts straight from the experts. LS Engine Parts Interchange: 1997–2020 is a must-have resource for every LS engine enthusiast!

In GM LS-Series Engines: The Complete Swap Manual 2nd Edition, expert technician Joseph Potak walks you through all the steps involved in installing an LS engine into any project vehicle, from concept to completion.

Variants of General Motor’s groundbreaking family of LS engines are installed in everything from mundane Chevrolet panel vans to the earth-shaking Corvette Z06. Released in 1997, the original LS1, and its numerous successors have proven powerful, reliable, and amazingly flexible.

Performance enthusiasts embraced this remarkable V-8, and it quickly became a favorite for engine swaps into project vehicles ranging from classic muscle cars to hot rods to race cars. Why? Because the versatile LS offers fantastic power, a compact design, light weight, and it responds very well to performance modifications. The key to this performance is a sophisticated electronics package demystified here by the author.

In GM LS-Series Engines: The Complete Swap Manual 2nd Edition, professional LS-series engine specialist Joseph Potak details all the considerations involved in performing this swap into any vehicle. With clear instructions, color photos, diagrams, and specification tables, Potak guides you through:

• Installing your LS engine
• Configuring the EFI system
• Designing fuel and exhaust systems
• Sourcing the correct accessories for your application
• Transmissions, torque converters, and clutches
• Performance upgrades and power-adders

This is the ultimate guide to installing an LS in your project car.