We took an LS3 block from Summit Racing, added a 3.267-inch stroke crankshaft from a 4.8L, spun it to 8,000, and made 607 hp. The secret to this small-block screamer is the short stroke and good head ...

When first introduced in 1998 in our beloved Birds, the 346ci LS1 was the proverbial tip of the cubic-inch iceberg. Much like PMD's classic engine that began life as a 287 and evolved to a 455 with ...

Katech Engines has released its LS3-based, 416-cubic inch short block with a price tag of $5,899.99. That's a pretty penny, and a fair bit more than the competing 427-cubic inch short block by ...

With the success of our Modern Mouse series, we decided it was time to recognize the big-bore crowd. Loyal readers of Super Chevy will remember the Modern Mouse series started with a stock 5.3L LM7 ...

In a VETTE exclusive, we introduce you to the engineers in charge of the Corvette's LS3 engine components. Part 1: Cylinder block, rotating assembly, and oiling system Despite the exotic allure of the ...

Do you have a project car that's been sitting idle for a while? Welcome to the party! Sadly, most project cars are doomed from the start for two principal reasons: time and money. This is a ...

Fast Lane Jane (isn’t that a cool nickname?) and her husband are not only big Corvette fans casually doing donuts here and there. They’re actually both pro drivers – they do autocross and road course ...

Gilbert Smith is an automotive journalist with over five years of specialized research and writing experience. Before joining CarBuzz in 2024, he produced in-depth buyer’s guides and feature articles ...

The sixth generation of the 'Vette is yesterday’s news, more so if you’re aware how capable the mid-engine interloper is on the track and in a straight line. On the other hand, you can’t make the ...

Chevrolet's LS-series ("luxury sport") is one of the most popular V8 engines ever with literally dozens of different iterations available. Of those, the LS3 is at the top of the desirability heap, ...

The Chevrolet Corvette has long been a beloved sports car, and with eight generations since the 1950s, there's undoubtedly a favorite for you. One of the best generations of Chevy Corvettes was the C6 ...