If you’re a Porsche 944 owner who’s ready for more horsepower, reliability, and fun, an LS swap is the upgrade for you. The 944 is a balanced, lightweight chassis, but its factory engine leaves power on the table. Swapping in an LS V8 turns it into a track-capable, street-friendly ride — while maintaining the flawless handling Porsche is known for.
At G Force, we carry a full line of Porsche 944 LS swap parts. From conversion kits to headers and exhaust systems, everything is designed to be bolt-in, with little to no fabrication required.
Yes — you can LS swap a Porsche 944 using a Porsche 944 LS conversion kit. G Force Performance Products makes it easier with bolt-in solutions like the Complete Porsche 944 LS Swap Kit that includes engine mounts, transmission adapters, crossmember spacers, and headers. This makes a Porsche 944 V8 swap possible without major fabrication, giving you a reliable path to more power.
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The Porsche 944 LS swap is one of the most popular engine conversions for this platform. You get:
With the right parts, this swap is more straightforward than most enthusiasts expect.
The Porsche 944 LS swap kit includes:
The Complete 944 LS Swap Kit also adds long-tube headers and exhaust.
Yes — the Porsche 944 LS Swap Headers are custom-engineered to fit around the steering shaft and chassis. Pair them with the bolt-in exhaust system for a direct, no-fabrication install.
The LS swap kit includes a customized oil pan solution which requires a remote oil filter. In most instances no modifications are required to the Crossmember/ K-member.
A C5 Manual Corvette Bellhousing is required to ensure proper driveline alignment. It’s not included in either Porsche 944 LS Kit. However, a bellhousing adapter plate and hardware are included.
Absolutely. A Porsche 944 V8 swap transforms the car into a more reliable and more powerful sports car. With the 944 LS swap kit, you keep Porsche handling while unlocking LS performance.
Yes — the G Force mounts and Crossmember spacers place the LS engine low and rearward in the bay. This, in conjunction with the lighter weight of the LS engines, keeps the 944’s weight distribution close to stock.
The 944 LS Swap Exhaust System is a bolt-in solution that pairs perfectly with G Force headers. It saves hours of custom fabrication while delivering excellent flow and sound. The headers are also available separately.
The G Force LS Swap Kit retains the stock 944 transaxle and torque tube; utilizing our adapter plate to bolt your C5 bellhousing to the 944 torque tube. This kit only works with manual transaxles.
Yes — with the Complete kit, the swap is as reliable as any LS-powered street car. Add headers and exhaust for OEM-like drivability with street-friendly performance.
With stock suspension and brakes, a 944 LS conversion can handle 400–500 HP. With upgrades, even more is possible.
Some 944 front crossmembers will require slight clearancing, as outlined in the instructions.
Standard LS clutch and flywheel setups work when used with the required C5 Corvette bellhousing, which is not included in the Complete Porsche 944 LS Swap Kit.
Wiring a Porsche 944 LS swap is straightforward when you use a standalone LS harness. While G Force provides the hard parts — mounts, adapters, headers, and exhaust — wiring is usually handled with an aftermarket plug-and-play LS harness. This makes integrating gauges and sensors much easier.
Yes — many enthusiasts upgrade to hydroboost brakes when completing a Porsche 944 LS conversion. The hydroboost is a smart upgrade. Pairing it with the 944 LS swap kit ensures everything clears properly under the hood. G Force sells a Porsche 944 BMW Hydroboost Adapter. The swap kit provides the clearance needed to run it.
If you want a full bolt-in solution, go with the Complete Kit.
Installing the 944 LS swap long-tube headers is simple because they’re designed specifically for the Porsche chassis. No hammering or custom fabrication is needed. They’re a direct fit, especially when paired with the bolt-in exhaust system.
All Porsche 944 LS swap parts discussed in this article are available on Crossmembers.com. The 944 LS Swap Collection was engineered by G Force Performance Products for performance, fitment, and reliability.
The Porsche 944 LS swap is one of the most rewarding conversions you can do. Thanks to G Force Performance Products and Crossmembers.com, you don’t need a fabrication shop to make it happen. With complete kits, long-tube headers, and bolt-in exhaust systems, we’ve got the big pieces you need to bring modern LS V8 performance to your Porsche 944.
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