Can we put an LS in any Car or Truck?
Can You Put an LS in Anything?
Short answer: Yes, we can put an LS in pretty much anything.
Long answer: It’s a slippery slope—and here’s why.
Technically speaking, with enough time, tools, and know-how, you can drop an LS engine into almost any vehicle. But just because you can doesn’t always mean you should—at least not without understanding what’s involved. It’s not as simple as bolting it in and turning the key.
-It All Comes Down to Fabrication
Swapping in an LS often requires extensive fabrication, custom mounts, drivetrain adjustments, and sometimes even major frame modifications. Then there's the wiring—especially if you're dealing with a newer LS motor with fuel injection and electronic management systems. That’s where things can get really complex, really fast.
-Know Your Platform
Some vehicles are a lot more LS-swap-friendly than others. Unsurprisingly, GM products—especially ones that originally came with small-blocks—are much more straightforward. Old Camaros, Chevelles, Novas, and similar classics? Those are solid platforms, and the aftermarket support is strong.
But once you step outside of that zone—whether it’s a Ford, Mopar, import, or something totally off the wall—you’re going to be in full custom territory.
So, Can We Do It? Absolutely.
Old Camaros? Check.
Old Chevelles? Check.
Any old vehicle? Honestly, yeah.
We can put an LS in just about anything. It just depends on how far you’re willing to go—and how much custom work you're ready to take on.
