Chevrolet Stops Production of the Supercharged LS9 V8 Engine Designed for the C6 Corvette ZR1
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If you planned to install a Chevrolet LS9 in your Honda Fit or custom rat rod, I hope you’ve already made your purchase. According to various reports, the renowned supercharged engine originally designed for the powerful Corvette C6 ZR1 has been removed from the Chevy Performance catalog, marking the end of a significant era for Bowtie V8s.
The 6.2-liter long block LS9 produced 638 horsepower and 486 pound-feet of torque right off the bat. Its dependability, relative straightforwardness, and ability to rev close to 7,000 rpm made it a top choice for tuners and custom car enthusiasts.
The internal components of this engine were just as noteworthy as its performance. According to Corvette Blogger, it included a forged steel crankshaft, titanium rods, forged aluminum pistons, titanium intake valves, sodium-filled exhaust valves, and other features that allowed it to compete with high-end European supercars.
The report indicates that Chevy has not yet introduced a direct successor to the LS9 crate engine. Nonetheless, the Chevy Performance Instagram recently hinted at something new with a photo that seems to show a supercharged V8 in a truck engine bay, accompanied by the caption, “Something BIG is coming.” Whether it’s merely another supercharged V8 remains to be seen.
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