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Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine
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Chevy 5.3L Aluminum Block Vin 7 V8 LC9 Remanufactured Engine – 2010-2014

Original price was: 4.599,00 €.Current price is: 3.899,00 €.

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VIN Code 7 (LC9)
Full Aluminum Block & Heads
D.O.D. & V.V.T. Equipped

Restore peak performance to your 2010–2014 GM truck or SUV with a precision-built Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine. Engineered to strictly meet or exceed OEM specifications, this advanced Generation IV all-aluminum V8 features factory Displacement on Demand (D.O.D.) and Variable Valve Timing (V.V.T.). Includes PCV valve cover, oil pan, timing cover, and rigorous live-run SIM testing.

  • ✔ Architecture: Gen IV Aluminum V8 (OHV 16-Valve) with Block Casting #12571048
  • ✔ Quality Assurance: Hot SIM spun & fully pressurized to verify D.O.D. lifter actuation
  • ✔ Vehicle Application: 2010–2014 Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon & Avalanche
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Premium Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine (2010–2014)

When it is time to replace a failed or high-mileage powerplant in your modern GM vehicle, our Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine guarantees factory-fresh reliability, completely resolved lifter issues, and optimized fuel economy. Built specifically around the highly advanced Generation IV LC9 5.3L V8 architecture featuring a lightweight aluminum engine block (Casting #12571048) and #799/243 aluminum cylinder heads, this long block assembly is the ultimate replacement for VIN 7 vehicles. It arrives completely pre-assembled with the oil pan, timing cover, and PCV valve cover installed. We ensure every Active Fuel Management (D.O.D) and Variable Valve Timing (V.V.T) component functions flawlessly. Explore our full catalog of remanufactured engines to find the exact match for your vehicle.

Engine Family

LC9 V8 (VIN 7)

Gen IV Flex Fuel Capable

Material Build

All Aluminum

Block & Cylinder Heads

Valve Technology

D.O.D. & V.V.T.

Active Fuel Management

Displacement

5.3L (325 cu in)

OHV 16-Valve Architecture

The Generation IV LC9 Remanufacturing Standard

The GM LC9 engine is notorious for lifter failures related to the Active Fuel Management (AFM/D.O.D) system and carbon buildup. Used salvage yard engines often carry these exact same hidden defects. Our factory remanufacturing process eliminates these known failure points. The comprehensive build protocol for every Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine includes:

1. Specialized Thermal Cleaning

Unlike cast iron, aluminum engine blocks require specialized thermal cleaning to safely eliminate carbon scale, varnish, and oil deposits without warping the structural alloy.

2. Magnaflux & Visual Inspection

Magnetic particle inspection checks all ferrous components (like the crankshaft and cam) for microscopic fissures, while aluminum block castings undergo rigorous visual and pressure inspections to prevent long-term failure.

3. Precision CNC Machining

Aluminum block deck surfaces and the #799/#243 cylinder heads are CNC machined to a microscopic mirror finish to guarantee multi-layer steel (MLS) head gasket retention.

4. 100% New Internal Wear Parts

We install brand-new, upgraded D.O.D/AFM lifters, main bearings, pistons, rings, a high-volume oil pump, Viton™ valve seals, freeze plugs, and a complete new timing chain kit with modern tensioners.

Advanced SIM Testing for D.O.D. & V.V.T Systems

Because the LC9 relies heavily on oil pressure to control the Displacement on Demand and Variable Valve Timing systems, bench testing is not enough. Every single Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine undergoes advanced automated SIM testing prior to leaving our facility:

  • Pressurized Lubrication Verification: Cooling systems and oil galleries are fully pressurized. This ensures the V.V.T actuator and AFM lifters receive immediate, adequate oil pressure, confirming zero leaks.
  • High-RPM Dynamic Spinning: The crankshaft is spun dynamically via an electric SIM drive. We monitor rotational torque, verify cylinder compression, and confirm that the rotating assembly is balanced.
  • Quality Control Logging: By logging oil pressure and lifter preload parameters across all 8 cylinders, we guarantee that the engine will start quietly and perform flawlessly out of the crate.

Vehicle Compatibility Profile (2010–2014)

This specific 5.3L V8 (VIN Code 7) powerplant is configured strictly for 2010–2014 Generation IV GM trucks and SUVs equipped with D.O.D and V.V.T:

Year Range Make Model / Platform Engine Size
2010 GMC Yukon 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2010 – 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2010 – 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2010 – 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2010 – 2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2010 – 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 5.3L V8 (5328cc)
2011 – 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 5.3L V8 (5328cc)

Installation & Break-In Protocols

To protect your warranty coverage and ensure the sophisticated valvetrain components seat properly, adhere to the following installation protocols:

  1. Critical Debris Flush: The D.O.D solenoids and V.V.T actuators are highly sensitive to debris. You must completely flush the oil cooler lines and radiator to prevent metal shavings from destroying the new engine.
  2. System Priming: Utilize high-grade break-in oil and prime the lubrication system entirely before the initial key turn.
  3. Break-In Phase: Avoid cruise control usage, heavy towing, or high-RPM aggressive driving for the first 500 miles. Vary your engine speeds to allow the piston rings to perfectly seat against the CNC machined cylinder walls.

Technical Attributes Overview

Engine Manufacturer Code LC9 (VIN Codes: 3, 7)
Aluminum Block Casting #12571048 (Lasered)
Cylinder Head Castings #799, #243 (Aluminum)
Crankshaft Casting #12552216
Displacement & Fuel 325.0 cu in / 5.3L (Premium / Ethanol Flex Fuel)
Valvetrain Features With D.O.D. & V.V.T.
Included Pre-Installed Hardware Oil Pan, Timing Cover, PCV Valve Cover & Gaskets

California Proposition 65 Notice: WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including chromium (hexavalent compounds), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Industry-Leading Warranties & Support

No other engine manufacturer comes close to our quality control. Each remanufactured engine comes backed by up to 7 years / 1-million-miles of warranty coverage, fully upgradable to Pure Care™ no-fault protection. For wholesale inquiries, fleet orders, or shipping logistics regarding the Chevy 5.3L LC9 Remanufactured Engine, reach out through the Mechrontech support portal.