GM LS-series V8,a 6.2L LS3-style engine

GM LS-series V8, most likely a 6.2L LS3-style engine (commonly seen as a crate or late-model performance LS).It’s a black composite intake manifold (LS3/LS7 style)
Drive-by-wire throttle body
Individual coil packs on each cylinder
Aluminum block and heads
Modern front accessory drive layout

General Overview (LS3 – 6.2L V8)

Basic Specs
Engine family: GM LS (Gen IV)
Displacement: 6.2L (376 cu in)
Configuration: V8, OHV (pushrod)
Block material: Aluminum
Cylinder heads: Aluminum
Valvetrain: 2 valves per cylinder, hydraulic roller lifters
Fuel system: Sequential electronic fuel injection
Throttle: Drive-by-wire

Factory Performance (stock LS3)

Horsepower: ~430–480 HP (depending on application)
Torque: ~424 lb-ft
Redline: ~6,600 RPM
Compression ratio: ~10.7:1

Common Applications

Chevrolet Corvette (C6)
Camaro SS
Pontiac G8 GXP
Hot rods, restomods, muscle car swaps
Crate engine builds

Why the LS3 Is So Popular

Excellent power-to-weight ratio
Very reliable even at higher horsepower
Massive aftermarket support
Easy to modify (cam, heads, intake, forced induction)
Compact size—fits many swap platforms

Upgrade Potential

Camshaft + tune: 500+ HP naturally aspirated
Heads/cam package: 550+ HP
Supercharger or turbo: 650–1,000+ HP (with supporting mods)

Typical Pairings

Manual: T56, TR6060
Automatic: 4L60E, 4L80E, 6L80
Works great in RWD and custom builds
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