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BUILD FROM THE BOTTOM UP

The right short block.
Your next engine starts here.

Find a foundation for your Chevrolet LS or Chrysler small-block project. Go straight to the product listing, review the current price, and confirm the combination before you commit.

Short blocks are not complete engines. Included components and warranty vary by product.

CHEVROLET / GM

LS short-block options

Choose an engine family first—not just a displacement. These links open the actual catalog items, with current pricing and a path to request the right configuration.

LM7 5.3L Short Block supplier product illustration

PART SP109

LM7 5.3L Short Block

A 5.3L LS-family foundation. Start here when matching an LM7-based build, then confirm the exact assembly and compatibility with your existing components.

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LQ4 6.0L Short Block supplier product illustration

PART SP19

LQ4 6.0L Short Block

A 6.0L LS-family option for an LQ4-based project. Match the crankshaft signal, cylinder heads, compression requirements and intended application before ordering.

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LS 408 Short Block supplier product illustration

PART SP38-B

LS 408 Short Block

A 408-cubic-inch LS short-block option for a planned performance combination. Head selection, camshaft, fuel and tuning must be matched to the build.

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Supplier product illustrations. Confirm the exact assembly and included components on your quote.

CHRYSLER / DODGE

A small-block stroker foundation.

The Chrysler 408 A stroker is a different engine family from a Chevrolet LS or a modern HEMI. Match the block platform, heads, induction and vehicle installation before selecting it.

Discuss your Chrysler build: (903) 262-9502 →

PART SP61 · CHRYSLER 408 A

Chrysler 408 Stroker Short Block

For a Chrysler small-block build. This is not a HEMI replacement, and displacement alone does not establish vehicle fitment.

Open the listing for current pricing. Ask Big 3 to confirm the exact configuration, included parts and written warranty before ordering.

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MAKE THE RIGHT BUYING DECISION

Short block or long block?

You have a top-end plan.

A short block is the lower engine assembly: the block and rotating assembly. It can suit a project where you already have compatible heads or want to select the top-end combination separately. Camshaft, timing parts, oiling components and other inclusions must be checked against the exact listing.

You want more of the engine assembled.

A long block generally adds assembled cylinder heads and more of the valvetrain. If your existing heads are damaged, or you want a more complete starting point, compare the long-block options before choosing a short block.

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BEFORE YOU ORDER

Confirm the combination—not just the name.

01 / FITMENT

Vehicle and engine identity

Provide year, make, model, VIN and engine code. Tell us whether this is an original-engine replacement or a swap, and identify any parts you plan to reuse.

02 / CONFIGURATION

Parts and intended use

Confirm cylinder-head compatibility, compression, crank signal and oil-pan arrangement. Share the intended fuel, naturally aspirated or boosted setup, and power goal.

03 / PURCHASE TERMS

Warranty and delivery

Coverage follows the specific product and its written terms. Confirm parts versus labor coverage, any performance-use restrictions, availability, shipping and any applicable core requirement.

Ready to choose? Open the matching product above and use its request or purchase options. Include your vehicle and build details so Big 3 can verify the fit.

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