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The LS7's block and reciprocating assembly are compressed to accommodate the Corvette's fast hood line and taller cylinder heads, so the LS7's block is a little shorter than the 4.000-inch stroke would suggest. To compensate, each cylinder liner has small extension tabs to keep the pistons lined up the bores.
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The LS7's block and reciprocating assembly are compressed to accommodate the Corvette's fast hood line and taller cylinder heads, so the LS7's block is a little shorter than the 4.000-inch stroke would suggest. To compensate, each cylinder liner has small extension tabs to keep the pistons lined up the bores.  View Related Article