MuscleRods LS Engine Swap Kit for 1968-1982 Chevy Corvette
If you're converting a classic C3 into a modern powerhouse, the 1968-1982 Corvette LS Conversion Kit delivers precise block and 4L60E gearbox placement for reliable performance in your shark body Corvette. Every mount and bracket is CNC machined in the USA to maintain the factory driveline angle and prevent vibration and u-joint wear. Adaptable oil pan supports clear the steering box on stock and F Body pans while preserving correct pickup depth for proper lubrication. MuscleRods designed this kit to fit without cutting the transmission tunnel and to streamline installation with all hardware included.
Precision CNC Machined Mounts Ensure Exact LS Block Placement
Each engine and transmission mount is milled on CNC equipment to tolerances of just a few thousandths of an inch, guaranteeing the LS block seats squarely on the original Corvette chassis rails. This level of precision removes guesswork during installation, ensuring accessory drives, fluid lines, and exhaust systems align properly without stress or interference. By eliminating the need for trial fitting or post-weld adjustments, the mounts reduce overall installation time and maintain exact positioning under high torque loads. Installers benefit from consistent repeatability, which also preserves the integrity of the frame rails and factory fitment points.
Factory Driveline Angle Preservation for Smooth, Vibration-Free Operation
Maintaining the Corvette's original driveline angle is critical to prevent premature wear on universal joints and transmission seals. This kit's bracket geometry holds the LS block and 4L60E gearbox at the designed slope, preserving the correct relationship between front and rear U-joints. The result is a reduction in driveline vibration, improved coupling life, and fewer leak points over time. Drivers will experience refined response under acceleration and steady cruising comfort, while service intervals on yokes and seals can align more closely with standard maintenance schedules.
Adaptive Oil Pan Brackets Provide Custom Steering Box Clearance
Oil pan interference with the Corvette steering box can stall many engine swaps, but this kit offers two bracket options to clear either a stock-style pan or a high-capacity F-Body pan. Each bracket positions the sump at the ideal height to maintain pickup tube immersion and prevent oil cavitation during spirited cornering. Builders retain the freedom to choose aftermarket oil pans tailored for track or street use without modifying the steering housing. This adaptability ensures consistent lubrication under lateral loads and full range of steering motion.
All Inclusive USA Crafted Kit Simplifies Installation Workflow
Every component is designed and manufactured in the United States, from laser-cut steel plates to precision-formed mounting brackets and molded polyurethane bushings that dampen shock and noise. The package arrives complete with motor mounts, transmission crossmember bracket and spacers, a polyurethane transmission mount, and a comprehensive hardware pack for bolt-in installation. Rigorous quality checks on welds and dimensions ensure each part fits as intended on every C3 frame. By providing all necessary brackets, fasteners, and vibration-isolating inserts in one kit, installers can skip aftermarket sourcing and focus on final tuning and drivetrain alignment.
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