How to Build a 5.3L LS LM7 V8 - Part 5: Putting Pistons in the Engine!

Today I am showing you exactly how to put a piston on a connecting rod and how to install it into a 5.3L LM7 LS V8. This is an essential skill you must master to build an engine but luckily with patience and a steady hand it is more than doable. Thank you so much for watching if you have any questions feel free to leave them below! Pistons 0.030 Overbore: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-2999273810-2 Connecting Rods: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-ls6125927 Ring Filer: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-906795 Piston Rings: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-136sm8531035 Spirolox Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NB2t3b29beE Connecting Rod Vice: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sme-906006?seid=srese1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8-78BRA0EiwAFUw8LBku1o6kSSWOp5gBE0yMLIlkkOCDajYS2d-eJsMaHqgg4P6g12KbthoCEEQQAvD_BwE Permatex Ultra Slick: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ptx-81950 Piston Caddy: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/aaf-all96478 Connecting Rod Bearings: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-171000 Engine Bag: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-g1009 Torque Wrench: https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-drive-digital-torque-wrench-64916.html?cid=paid_google|||64916&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=CjwKCAjw8-78BRA0EiwAFUw8LI9fPnfEGPk-TszYgpA2Y0MNQ6tiXn3G-RC460OHPonhG2IFeR8WHxoCGwQQAvD_BwE Stock Torque Settings: https://help.summitracing.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5190/~/gen.-3%2C-iron-block-torque-specs If you have a car question ask it completely free at https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new *Disclaimer: Please use all safety precautions