ZZP's solution to the fragile LTG engine is here, our ZZP LTG forged short block. We start with a core engine, we then wash, bore & hone it using a torque plate (.25mm), resurface, and then add our ZZP 4340 rods, JE forged pistons, ZZP injector spacers, and OEM rod and main bearings. We install all parts, and set ring gap before it goes out the door. What you will receive is a freshly assembled short block that will be able to take the extra power you may want to throw at it, and be more reliable than an LTG from the factory. 

It is well known that the LTG 2.0L engine is quite weak from the factory. A variety of factors can lead to LTG's chipping pistons and "blowing up", even in stock form. While you can try to alleviate various stressors by using good quality gas (or E85) and colder spark plugs, unfortunately a blown up stock LTG is quite inevitable. Our ZZP forged rods and pistons are rated at much higher horsepower and torque levels than the factory components and can withstand the abuse from a larger than factory turbocharger like our ZFR series or our Z54/Z57 turbo. 

Our ZZP forged short block does not include an oil pan, front cover, injectors, turbo, intake manifold, starter, timing components, cylinder head, head bolts/studs, and various accessories like AC compressor. We highly recommend replacing your factory intake manifold after an engine failure, the intake manifold has long runners and can store pieces of engine material that could lead to a future failure even after cleaning; we offer the intake manifold here.  (We do not include an oil pan or front cover because they are specific to your drivetrain.)

How to purchase: 

Year: We offer two options for year range, 2013-2015 and 2016+. The early LTG engines have a traditional starter setup, while the 2016+ cars use a start/stop starter and the blocks are shaped differently to accommodate this. You will re-use your OEM starter on this engine.