{"product_id":"how-to-build-and-modify-gm-ls-series-engines-paperback","title":"How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoseph Potak\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor gearheads who want to build or modify popular LS engines, \u003ci\u003eHow to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines\u003c\/i\u003e provides the most detailed and extensive instructions ever offered for those modding LS engines through the Gen IV models.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The LS1 engine shook the performance world when introduced in the 1997 \u003cb\u003eCorvette\u003c\/b\u003e. Today the LS9 version far eclipses even the mightiest big-blocks from the muscle car era, and it does so while meeting \u003cb\u003emodern emissions requirements\u003c\/b\u003e and delivering \u003cb\u003erespectable fuel economy\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cb\u003e Premier LS engine technician \u003c\/b\u003eJoseph Potak addresses every question that might come up: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlock selection and modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankshaft and piston assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylinder heads, camshafts, and valvetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntake manifolds and fuel system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeader selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetting up ring and bearing clearances for specific uses \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePotak also guides readers through \u003cb\u003eforced induction \u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003enitrous oxide \u003c\/b\u003eapplications. In addition, the book is \u003cb\u003efully illustrated with color photography\u003c\/b\u003e and detailed captions to further guide readers through the mods described, from initial steps to \u003cb\u003efinal assembly\u003c\/b\u003e. Whatever the reader's performance goals, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e will guide readers through the necessary modifications and how to make them. It's the ultimate resource for building the ultimate LS-series engine! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Motorbooks Workshop series covers topics that engage and interest car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Written by subject-matter experts and illustrated with step-by-step and how-it's-done reference images, Motorbooks Workshop is the ultimate resource for how-to know-how.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGM's LS1 engine shook the performance world when it was introduced in the 1997 Corvette. It set a new precedent for massive power, light weight, and impressive fuel economy. Often referred to as the Generation III engine, it (and its most recent iteration, the Gen IV) is the high-water mark for performance V-8 engines. The latest version, the LS9, makes some 638 hp from just 6.2 liters, far eclipsing even the mightiest big-blocks from the muscle car era. And it does so while meeting modern emissions requirements and delivering respectable fuel economy. With these credentials, it is no wonder that the LS-series engines are among the most popular engines for high-performance applications. They respond well to modifications and can handle massive power, whether naturally-aspirated, nitrous-injected, or by way of forced induction. \"How to Build and Modify GM LS-Series Engines\" shows what modifications are needed to acheive any performance goal you desire. Topics include block selection and modifications, crankshaft and piston assemblies, cylinder heads, camshafts, valvetrain, intake manifolds, fuel system, and header selection. This is the ultimate resource to build the ultimate LSX engine!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoseph Potak\u003c\/b\u003e is a professional LS-series engine specialist and technician. He has worked for Texas Speed and Performance since 2002 and caters directly to the performance needs of owners of LSX-equipped vehicles. In his free time, Joseph volunteers as a Forum Director within the LS1Tech.com community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10.5 x 8.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 01, 2009\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42723254960191,"sku":"9780760335437","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/711c7726ed885b98c18a4b3dad6cb10a.webp?v=1765098540","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/how-to-build-and-modify-gm-ls-series-engines-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}