Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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The 5.7L LS1 debuted in the 1997 C5 Corvette and was the first engine in the newly christened GM LS family. And now thanks to the performance aftermarket, you can make your 5.7L LS1 even more potent with a host of performance upgrades. Follow along in this video as we outline a well thought out upgrade plan so you can get the most power from the motor that got the whole LS party started: the 5.7L LS1.

PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO

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Thermostats:
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Computer Programmers:
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Rotating Assemblies:
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Summit Racing provides a detailed blueprint for upgrading the GM 5.7 LS1 here:
onallcylinders.com/2017/10/19/ls1-engine-upgrades-guide-expert-advice-for-ls1-mods-to-maximize-performance