Our Gangster Series 5.3L long block still utilizes the trusted GM 5.3L block, but with the cylinder heads from the new LT series of engine. The heads are a factory GM casting that have had some magic touches put on them from the team at Frankenstein Engine Dynamics, making this a killer package for whatever plans you have for your race vehicle. Turn up the boost and wind up the RPM, with all balanced and forged internals, and excellent valvetrain geometry this engine combo has been tested to 8500 RPM without issue!
Build Specs:
GM 5.3L Block
Manley 3.622” Stroke Crank
Manley H-Tuff Rods
Mahle Forged Pistons
BTR "LT Swap" Hydraulic Roller Cam
Comp Cams Evolution Link Bar Lifters
Billet Steel Timing Set
Cloyes timing chain dampener
LT Rocker Arms with Trunnions
Frankenstein L83 Cylinder Heads
Manley Severe Duty Valves
BTR .650" Ultimate RPM Spring Kit with Titanium Retainers
Clevite F-Series Main & Rod Bearings
Durabond Cam Bearings
New block plug kit and barbell
Melling HV/HP Oil Pump
ARP Main Studs
ARP ½” Head Studs
Small Bore LS9 Head Gaskets
Fel-Pro Gaskets Throughout
Billet Valley Cover
Hot Rod Oil Pan with Baffles
New 2 Piece Timing Cover
New Rear Main Seal Housing
Factory LT Valve Covers (Not shown in photo)
Photo is with the upgrade to the Boostline Valve Covers
