{"product_id":"danti-ls-engine-lift-plate-hoist-for-gen-iii-iv-ls-engines-iron-5-lift-points","title":"Danti LS Engine Lift Plate Hoist for Gen III\/IV LS Engines, Iron, 5 Lift Points","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Danti LS Engine Lift Plate is a heavy-duty iron hoist plate engineered to safely lift and balance Gen III and Gen IV LS-series engines (LS1, LS2, LS3, LQ4, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L) using five lift points and a high-strength hardware kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're swapping motors in a garage or preparing an engine for shop service, the right lift plate reduces risk, speeds work, and gives predictable control over balance and angle. This Danti plate fits a wide range of GM small-block Gen III\/IV powerplants from 1997 onward, includes 11 mounting screws, and is built from thick iron with anti-rust treatment for repeated use with a standard hoist or engine crane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Danti plate attach to my LS-series engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting is straightforward but requires basic teardown where the intake manifold and valley cover tray are removed so the plate can seat against the block. Once positioned, the included high-strength screws secure the plate to existing threaded holes on the engine block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove intake manifold and valley cover tray before fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse supplied 11 screws to fasten through the plate’s bolt pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify threads and torque to vehicle-specific specs for safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this lift plate work with my engine model and hoist?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate is made for Gen III and Gen IV small-block V8 engines including LS, LSX, LS1, LS2, LS3, and common LQ4\/LQ9 variants across 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L, 6.0L and 6.2L displacements. It integrates with standard engine hoists and chain rigs via its five designated lift points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1997–current Gen III\/IV GM small-block engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive lift points let you balance or offset engine weight during removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnects to most shop hoists, cranes, and chain fall setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat safety and durability features does the Danti plate include?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from high-quality iron and treated to resist corrosion, the plate is built for repeated use in workshop environments. The design includes multiple bolt holes to fine-tune lifting angle and five reinforced lift stations to distribute stress evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge iron construction for tensile strength and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnti-rust finish for garage and shop durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiple bolt holes permit precise angle adjustment while hoisting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this plate speed up my engine swap or service?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy centralizing secure lift points and allowing controlled offset, the plate cuts time spent improvising brackets or slinging chains. You’ll have better control lowering or raising the motor into mounts, which reduces trial-and-error and potential damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-drilled lift points eliminate on-the-fly fabrication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced lift options reduce engine tilt when setting into mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComes with hardware to get you straight to work after disassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: The Danti LS Engine Lift Plate is aimed at mechanics, experienced DIYers, and restoration shops working on GM Gen III\/IV small-block V8s who want a durable, repeatable lifting solution. If you regularly remove or install LS-family engines and already use an engine hoist or crane, this plate gives a safer, cleaner method to control balance and angle during engine removal and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need to remove the intake manifold to use this plate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Remove the intake manifold and valley cover tray so the plate seats correctly against the engine block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the lift plate compatible with Gen IV LQ4\/LQ9 engines?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The plate fits Gen III and Gen IV LS-family engines including LQ4\/LQ9 variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Danti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48086327459998,"sku":"B094J9SXVD","price":49.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/danti-ls-lift-plate-front-view.jpg?v=1785895116","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/danti-ls-engine-lift-plate-hoist-for-gen-iii-iv-ls-engines-iron-5-lift-points","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}