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

Heavy-Duty Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit for 2000-2013 Chevrolet Suburban (GMT800 / GMT900)

What it Does: The Performance Engine Rebuild Re-Ring Kit restores dynamic cylinder compression, controls oil consumption, and refreshes bottom-end rotating assembly clearances on 2000-2013 Chevrolet Suburban 5.3L V8 engines.

The Stock Chevrolet Suburban Ring Fatigue and Gasket Degradation

Factory Gen III and Gen IV Vortec 5.3L engines subjected to high mileage and heavy towing cycles commonly develop carbon-packed piston ring lands, loss of cylinder seal, and oil consumption past tired compression rings. Concurrently, factory cork-rubber or standard composite oil pan and rear cover gaskets harden under extreme thermal cycling, creating pervasive crankcase leaks. Additionally, standard OEM rod and main bearings suffer babbitt wear under continuous low-RPM lugging, causing critical oil pressure drops across the GMT800 and GMT900 valvetrain.

The Engineering Solution

This complete overhaul kit re-establishes factory oil pressure and cylinder sealing using precision-engineered piston rings matched to factory bore tolerances for rapid ring seating and minimized blow-by. High-grade Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets withstand high combustion pressures and thermal expansion variance between cast-iron blocks and aluminum cylinder heads. Heavy-duty tri-metal rod bearings (CB-663) and main bearings (MS2199) feature high fatigue resistance and superior embeddability, delivering reliable journal protection under rigorous duty cycles.

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

• 2000-2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 5.3L V8 (GMT800)
• 2007-2013 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 5.3L V8 (GMT900)
• Direct fit for GM 4.8L and 5.3L OHV V8 LS-family engine blocks

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the GMT800 or GMT900 Suburban?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2000-2013 Chevrolet Suburban equipped with the 5.3L V8 engine. Piston rings included in this kit will NOT fit 6.0L or 8.1L engines due to differing bore dimensions.

Are intake manifold gaskets included in this rebuild package?

No, intake manifold gaskets are not included in this kit and must be purchased separately during reassembly.

The Chevrolet Suburban Powertrain Standard

Engineered to withstand heavy-duty hauling, payload stress, and extended highway towing, this engine rebuild kit restores vital fluid retention and compression sealing to factory-grade durability.