Complete Big-Inch High-Performance LS Engine Build 3 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!

The GM LS-Series engines have made history. These engines produce copious amounts of horsepower and do it very efficiently, and therefore the LS engines have been installed in many GM cars as well as transplanted into hot rods and multitudes of muscle cars. These wildly popular engines have been modified in many ways, and one of the most popular and affordable modifications is stroking an LS engine. By adding more cubic inches, these engines produce much more horsepower and torque.     

Author Stephen Kim covers the various models of LS engines, so if you're buying an engine you are able to select the best stroker platform. He also guides you through each crucial step of building a stroker or big-inch LS engine. He starts by discussing the stroker options, the maximum stroke and bore for aluminum as well as iron block engines, and the best cranks, rods, and pistons from various aftermarket suppliers. The budding LS engine builder is then able to select parts or the stroker kit that best fits the particular motor and the budget.     

Kim delves into the benefits and drawbacks to stroking the range of LS aluminum and iron block motors. But, he also examines the aftermarket blocks from World, Dart, and GM Performance Parts for stroking. LS engines are the hottest engine family on the market right now, and for good reason. While there are other LS engine books on the market, this is the only one that specifically addresses increasing displacement as a means of gaining real-world usable horsepower.

The GM LS-Series V-8s are easily the most popular engines in the aftermarket right now. They have proven to be full of power potential and are readily available in either new or used condition in a wide range of displacements. Choosing the best-possible cylinder head to match the rest of the package is key to making any LS-based project engine perform to its highest potential.

This book reviews every readily available factory and aftermarket cylinder head designed for GM LS-Series engines, and delivers the facts about each in an easily comparable format. It includes the basic dimensions of each head, along with their claimed airflow Rates. Also included is information on interchangeability, combustion chamber sizes, compression ratios, applications, performance characteristics, helpful tips, and even a chapter on intakes.

Whether you're a budget enthusiast looking for the best-possible factory head to top your specific combination, an engine swapper looking to modernize your vintage muscle car, or a racer looking for the bestflowing head out there, High-Performance GM LS-Series Cylinder Head Guide is essential for accomplishing your goals.