Being in the business for as long as we have, we’ve seen just about everything at this point. The amount fo LS-swap concoctions that have come our way have been countless, but none are more “at home” than seeing one in a GM S-series truck. Being small, compact, lightweight, and rear wheel drive — it’s a no-brainer to pair the two together.
We’ve seen them done in many forms, but there are always those who are looking to perform the swap themselves, but with nowhere to turn for advice. Our friends at Holley Performance have taken most, if not all, of the guesswork out of performing an LS swap in a ’82-05 Chevy/GMC S-series truck.
Hooker BlackHeart Releases S-10 & Sonoma LS Swap Exhaust Systems
Holley is pleased to announce that Hooker BlackHeart’s industry-leading line of LS Swap components now includes LS swap components for two-wheel-drive 1982-2004 Chevy S-10s and GMC Sonomas. Read on below to find out more about the latest complete LS swap solution from Hooker!
LS SWAP EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Hooker BlackHeart LS Swap Mid-Length Headers are available in three different configurations – dual 3-inch in/single 3-inch out, dual 3-inch with turndowns, and dual 3-inch in/dual 2.5-inch out (rear exit). Designed to bolt directly to BlackHeart Mid-Length Headers, they work in conjunction with BlackHeart LS-swap transmission crossmembers and engine mounts. They’re 100% hand-welded, made from 18-gauge mandrel-bent 409 stainless steel for maximum strength and durability, and come complete with all the necessary hardware.
LS SWAP MID-LENGTH HEADERS
Hooker BlackHeart LS Swap Mid-Length Headers engineered specifically for use with BlackHeart transmission crossmembers and engine mounts. They’re 100% hand-welded and made of 18-gauge mandrel-bent 304 stainless steel for maximum strength and durability. They feature 1-7/8” primary tubes and long-transition 3” collectors with merge spears, come with all the necessary hardware, and mount easily from the top.
LS SWAP ENGINE MOUNT BRACKETS
Hooker BlackHeart LS Swap Engine Mount Brackets feature a durable powdercoated finish and optimized driveline angles for a trouble-free installation. They’re engineered to replicate the factory engine/transmission inclination angle and compatible with Holley accessory-drive systems, Holley oil pans, and BlackHeart transmission crossmembers.
LS SWAP STEERING SHAFTS
Hooker BlackHeart LS Swap Steering Shafts are designed to work with BlackHeart LS Swap Headers and eliminate the factory rag joint, providing a precise and responsive steering input. They also work as a factory replacement steering shaft, are E-coated for maximum corrosion resistance, and bolt right up with absolutely no modifications or fabrication necessary.
Click here to visit our S10/Sonoma LS swap page where you can find more info and images about the system
Rick Seitz is the owner and founder of GMEFI Magazine, and has a true love and passion for all vehicles. When he isn’t tuning, testing, or competing with the brand’s current crop of project vehicles, he’s busy tinkering and planning the next modifications for his own cars.
