What vehicle did the LS1 come in?
Corvette
The “LS” name originates from the engine RPO code of the first Gen 3 small block, the LS1, introduced in the 1997 Corvette. The term “LS engine” is used to describe any Gen 3 or Gen 4 Small Block Chevrolet, including those that do not specifically include “LS” as part of their RPO code.
Which is better LS1 or LS2?
For LS1, the intake is designed for a 5.7L and flows enough to keep a 350 horsepower. The latest model of the LS1 engine came with an LS2 intake, which has better horsepower. With testing, the LS2 engine intake will make about 10 horsepower better than LS1. Both flow well, but LS2 is slightly better.
What is high mileage for an LS1?
Registered. 80-90k is a perfectly fine number to look around at. I wouldn’t even be worried if you go a little over that. The motor is good for 200+ With proper maintenance.
What is an LS1 engine?
The LS1 is the original Gen. 3 small block engine from General Motors used in cars from 1997-2004. The engine specs and information here is for the stock LS1 engine.
How much horsepower does a 2001 LS1 Corvette have?
When the LS1 was introduced in the C5 Corvette, it was rated at 345 hp (257 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 350 lb-ft (475 Nm) at 4,400 rpm. After further improvements to the intake and exhaust manifolds in 2001, the rating increased to 350 hp (261 kW) and 365 lb-ft (495 Nm).
What are the specs of an LS6 engine?
Some LS6 specs include an initial output of 385-horsepower and a torque of 385-pounds per foot. Over the years of its production, it improved to 405-horsepower and torque of 400-pounds per foot.
When did the Chevy LS1 come out in the US?
It was introduced in 1995 as the “GEN III” engine and it only shared rod bearings, lifters, and bore spacing with its predecessors (which was in production 1955 until 2003). Little did GM expect for the LS1 has become a legend in its own time, offering impressive “out of the box” performance for the physically compact package.