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Pistons

The LS9 is the only production LS engine with forged aluminum pistons; all the other use hypereutectic (cast) aluminum alloy pistons – varied mostly by diameter to accommodate various bore sizes. LS cast pistons shouldn’t be used on applications greater than approximately 550 horsepower. Also, the LS7 piston’s inner bracing requires the use of the matching LS7 connecting rod.