{"product_id":"performance-engine-rebuild-re-ring-kit-for-saab-9-7x-2005-2009-5-3l","title":"Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit for Saab 9-7X (2005-2009) 5.3L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003ePrecision Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit for 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X (GMT360)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit replaces worn internal seals, rings, and journal bearings on the 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X 5.3L to restore factory cylinder compression, stop blow-by, and eliminate critical oil leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Saab 9-7X Piston Ring \u0026amp; Bearing Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the factory \u003cstrong\u003e5.3L Gen III \/ Gen IV\u003c\/strong\u003e V8 in the \u003cstrong\u003eGMT360\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis accrues thermal cycles and mileage, standard piston rings lose radial tension, leading to crankcase blow-by, oil consumption, and carbon packing. Simultaneously, standard journal bearings suffer hydrodynamic boundary breakdown, causing oil pressure loss at idle. Aging composite front, rear, and valley gaskets embrittle, leaving the engine vulnerable to unmetered vacuum leaks and persistent oil seepage along the block perimeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive overhaul kit delivers high-tensile piston rings, precision-gauged main and connecting rod bearings (interchange \u003cstrong\u003eMS2199\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCB-663\u003c\/strong\u003e), and severe-duty Multi-Layer Steel (\u003cstrong\u003eMLS\u003c\/strong\u003e) head gaskets. Designed to withstand combustion pressures and thermal distortion, the MLS head gaskets ensure micro-seal conformity across the deck. Matched front cover, valley, and rear main seals restore crankcase containment, stabilizing oil pressure and revitalizing rotating assembly longevity without requiring block overboring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Gen III Valley Cover Gasket (OE: \u003cstrong\u003e12558178\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 LS1\/LS2\/LS3 Header Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 LS Oil Pan Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 LS Water Pump Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 LS Front Cover Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 LS Valve Cover Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 LS Damper Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 LS Rear Cover Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Rear Main Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 Water Crossover\/Block Off Gaskets (OE: \u003cstrong\u003e12551933\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Oil Filter Adapter Bypass Gasket (OE: \u003cstrong\u003e12611384\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Knock Sensor Grommets (OE: \u003cstrong\u003e12558177\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Head Gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Bolt Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Piston Rings Set (Interchange: \u003cstrong\u003eE-937K\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003e2M4978\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Main Bearings \u0026amp; Connecting Rod Bearings Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2005-2009 Saab 9-7X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5.3L V8 (LH6 \/ LM4) \/ GMT360\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e300 hp \/ 330 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e12558178, BTR73450, 12617944, 12612350, 12630223, 12633904, 12637683, 12585673, 12639249, 89060436, 12551933, 12611384, 12558177, 12622033, MS2199, CB-663, E-937K, 2M4978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2005 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (5.3L OHV V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (5.3L OHV V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (5.3L OHV V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (5.3L OHV V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2009 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (5.3L OHV V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the GMT360 9-7X?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X equipped with the 5.3L OHV V8 engine. \u003cstrong\u003ePiston rings in this kit are sized specifically for 4.8L and 5.3L engines and will not fit 6.0L (Aero) applications or 4.2L inline-6 models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre intake manifold gaskets included in this package?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the intake manifold gasket is not included and must be sourced separately to complete your manifold reinstallation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Saab Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to uphold the unique blend of Scandinavian luxury and robust all-wheel-drive GM towing capacity, this rebuild assembly provides the rigorous sealing tolerances required for sustained hauling duty and smooth highway cruising.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67551524028664,"sku":"DS-E223KFC0G","price":188.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-engine-rebuild-re-ring-kit-for-saab-9-7x-2005-2009-5-3l-1.jpg?v=1790798065","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/performance-engine-rebuild-re-ring-kit-for-saab-9-7x-2005-2009-5-3l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}