LT4 Engine Specs, Performance, and Swap Considerations Explained by Chad Golen July 31, 2026 0 Key Takeaways: The LT4 engine delivers impressive factory supercharged performance but requires careful planning for fuel, cooling, and electronics integration during swaps. Custom LSx crate engines can match or exceed LT4 power levels with less complexity, lower costs, and greater serviceability, making them a strong alternative for street builds. Choosing between LT4 and LSx depends … Read More
6.0 Chevy Engine Swap: What You Need to Know for Your Next Build by Chad Golen June 19, 2026 0 Key Takeaways: The 6.0 Chevy LS engine is a versatile and affordable platform, offering robust architecture and extensive aftermarket support for both street and performance builds. Proven upgrade paths—including cam, head, and bottom-end enhancements—can reliably deliver 450–800+ horsepower, especially when validated with professional dyno tuning. Successful swaps and builds depend on careful component selection, compatibility … Read More
5.7 Chevy Engine Specs, History, and Modern Performance Tips by Chad Golen June 12, 2026 0 Key Takeaways: Smart upgrades focused on airflow, matched components, and proper tuning can turn the classic 5.7 Chevy engine into a seriously reliable street performer. While the 5.7 Chevy shines in budget-friendly and period-correct builds, LS engines bring better architecture, scalability, and turnkey performance for modern applications. At Golen Engines, we build LSx crate engines … Read More
Everything You Need to Know About the 6.2 Chevy Engine by Chad Golen June 5, 2026 0 Key Takeaways: The 6.2 Chevy engine is one of the most versatile platforms out there for street performance. Multiple variants and upgrade paths mean you can tailor it to exactly what you need. Getting the component selection right, investing in professional machining, and dialing in expert tuning: that is what separates a build that makes … Read More