Kits will be ready to ship Late June 2026

The LOJ Conversions Gen III/IV Small Block Chevy (LS Engines) and Gen V Small Block Chevy (LT Engines) to Maserati 8HP70 Transmission Adapter is specifically designed for mating the sought after ZF 8-Speed transmissions to your favorite LS and LT engines. The straight-forward approach and overall simple design will allow a seamless integration of these LS engines with the Maserati version of the ZF8. The adapter plate design incorporates a 360* mounting surface and includes provisions to mount to GM factory style cast oil pans for enhanced rigidity.

The Flexplate is a Two-piece design.

The converter pilot is machined into the Torque converter adapter to prevent unwanted noise from slip-fit parts and to properly align the converter to the crankshaft.

LOJ recommends to change the fluid and filter when swapping a Used Transmission. The ZF Service Kit can be purchased here --> ZF Service Kit

What's Included:

Billet Aluminum/Steel Two-Piece Flexplate, CNC machined, anodized, and laser engraved for long lasting good looks. Designed for standard length Manual Transmission LS Flywheel Bolts (ARP or OEM)
6061-T6 Billet Aluminum Transmission Adapter Plate fabricated from USA Sourced Metallurgically Certified Heat Treated Aluminum with integrated dust shield.
Zinc-Plated Grade 8.8 or Higher Hardware

Engine Compatibility:

All Gen 3 LS Engines. 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0, EXCEPT for Early long-crank 5.3 and 6.0 engines. Click Here to see a complete list.
All Gen 4 LS Engines. 4.8, 5.3, 6.0, 6.2, 7.0. 8-Bolt and 9-Bolt crankshaft variants are also supported, but special order. Click Here to see a complete list.
All Gen 5 LT Engines. Click Here to see a complete list.
All Gen 5 V6 Engines. LV3 and LV1 direct injected 4.3L 90 degree V6 engines.

Transmission Compatibility

2014 - 2020 MASERATI GHIBLI 3.0L RWD 8HP70
2014 - 2020 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE 3.0L RWD 8HP70

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will this kit require any modifications to my engine or transmission?
- Some. The 8HP transmission bellhousing will need to be modified to clear the snout of the starter on the LS engine.

Instructions Coming Soon (PDF)