Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit for Chevrolet Tahoe (2000-2013) 4.8L 5.3L

Precision Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit for 2000-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (GMT800 / GMT900)

What it Does: The Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit restores combustion seal integrity, corrects oil consumption, and refreshes rotational bearings on the 2000-2013 Tahoe to renew factory compression and valvetrain reliability.

The Stock Chevrolet Tahoe Ring Pack & Gasket Degradation

Factory Vortec 4800 and Vortec 5300 small blocks frequently encounter ring land carbon fouling, oil blow-by past fatigued piston rings, and journal bearing clearance degradation over high mileage. Combined with heat cycles deteriorating the OEM valley cover, oil pan, and multi-layer steel cylinder head gaskets, the GMT800 and GMT900 platforms exhibit low oil pressure, combustion leaks, and internal contamination that standard maintenance cannot remedy.

The Engineering Solution

This overhaul kit provides precision-matched replacement components to rebuild bottom-end and top-end sealing without overboring. Featuring multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets engineered for high-shear resistance, steel-backed tri-metal rod and main bearings that handle heavy loading, and ductile iron replacement piston rings designed to properly seat in standard 4.8L and 5.3L cylinder bores, this package stabilizes oil delivery and maintains cylinder sealing under sustained loads.

What's Included

• 1 Gen III Valley Cover Gasket (12558178)
• 2 LS1/LS2/LS3 Header Gaskets
• 1 LS Oil Pan Gasket
• 2 LS Water Pump Gaskets
• 1 LS Front Cover Gasket
• 2 LS Valve Cover Gaskets
• 1 LS Damper Seal
• 1 LS Rear Cover Gasket
• 1 Rear Main Seal
• 4 Water Crossover/Block Off Gaskets (12551933)
• 1 Oil Filter Adapter Bypass Gasket (12611384)
• 2 Knock Sensor Grommets (12558177)
• 2 Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Head Gaskets
• 1 Bolt Kit
• 1 Piston Rings Set
• 1 Main Bearings & Connecting Rod Bearings Set

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2000-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 4.8L V8
• 2000-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3L V8

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the GMT800 / GMT900 Tahoe?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2000-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe equipped with the 4.8L and 5.3L small-block engines. These piston rings will not fit 6.0L engine applications.

Does this kit include intake manifold gaskets?

No, intake manifold gaskets are not included in this package and must be acquired separately to complete the manifold installation.

The Chevrolet Durability Standard

Engineered to handle severe towing cycles, high-payload hauling, and demanding fleet duty, these engine internal sealing and bearing components return your small-block V8 to factory oil pressures and tight mechanical clearances.