LS Engine Compatibility

The Michigan Motorsports LS Timing Chain Kit fits:

• LS1
• LS6
• LQ4
• LQ9
• LR4
• LM7
• L59
• LM4
• L33

Compatible displacement applications include:

• 4.8L
• 5.3L
• 5.7L
• 6.0L

Popular fitment includes:

• Chevrolet Silverado
• GMC Sierra
• Chevrolet Camaro
• Chevrolet Corvette C5
• Cadillac Escalade

Basically most Gen III LS engines currently living dramatically modified lives.

Upgrade your LS engine’s timing system with the Michigan Motorsports 3-Bolt 24x Single Roller Timing Chain Set, now bundled with the ARP 134-1003 Cam Bolt Kit for enhanced durability and performance.

What Does a Timing Chain Kit Do?

The timing chain system synchronizes:

• Crankshaft rotation
• Camshaft timing
• Valve events

This directly affects:

• Engine timing accuracy
• Valve operation
• Power delivery
• Engine reliability

A stronger timing setup becomes extremely important for:

• Cam swaps
• Higher RPM
• Turbo setups
• Nitrous builds
• Aggressive tuning

Because valve timing mistakes inside an interference engine tend to become extremely expensive immediately.

Designed for 1997–2006 LS-based engines, including LS1, LS6, LQ4, LQ9, LR4, LM7, L59, LM4, and L33, this kit offers precise timing adjustments and robust construction to resist high-performance applications. The adjustable crank sprocket allows for fine-tuning of camshaft timing, even as the single roller chain ensures smooth and reliable operation.

Adjustable 9-Keyway Crank Sprocket

One of the biggest advantages of the Michigan Motorsports LS Timing Chain Kit is:

• Adjustable crank timing

The 9-keyway crank sprocket allows:

• 2-degree timing adjustments
• Cam advance tuning
• Cam retard tuning
• Precise timing optimization

Helping builders dial in:

• Torque curves
• Powerbands
• Throttle response
• Overall engine performance

Because LS owners absolutely love spending entire weekends chasing 6 horsepower on dynos.

Paired with ARP’s high-strength cam bolts, this combination provides increased clamping force and resistance to valvetrain harmonics, ensuring your engine maintains optimal timing under demanding conditions.

Strong Single Roller Timing Chain

The kit uses:

• Heavy-duty single roller chain design

Benefits include:

• Improved durability
• Reduced chain stretch
• Better timing stability
• Higher RPM reliability

Especially important on:

• Performance LS builds
• Cammed engines
• Boosted applications

Because cheap timing chains become very exciting at high RPM in all the wrong ways.

Whether you might be performing a camshaft upgrade or an entire engine rebuild, this timing set delivers the reliability and precision required for high-performance LS engines.

ARP Cam Bolt Kit Included

The Michigan Motorsports LS Timing Chain Kit also includes:

• ARP 134-1003 cam bolt kit

ARP hardware is legendary for:

• Strength
• Reliability
• Torque consistency
• Performance engine durability

Especially critical in:

• High-performance applications
• Aggressive valvetrain setups
• High-RPM LS engines

Because factory bolts plus massive camshaft loads occasionally lead to deeply unpleasant outcomes.

Comprehensive Timing Solution: This kit combines the Michigan Motorsports 3-Bolt 24x Single Roller Timing Chain Set with the ARP 134-1003 Cam Bolt Kit, providing all essential components for a reliable and precise timing system upgrade in LS engines.

Perfect for Cam Swaps

This timing kit pairs perfectly with:

• BTR cams
• Sloppy cams
• Texas Speed cams
• Truck cams
• Turbo LS setups

Helping improve:

• Camshaft stability
• Installation reliability
• Timing accuracy

Because once you install a huge camshaft, weak timing components immediately become suspicious.

Adjustable Crank Sprocket: Includes a 9-keyway crank sprocket bearing in mind 2-degree incremental adjustments, enabling precise camshaft timing customization to optimize engine performance for quite a lot of applications.
High-Strength Single Roller Chain: The robust single roller chain design offers exceptional durability and longevity, ensuring consistent timing and reduced risk of chain stretch or failure under high-stress conditions.

Great for Turbo & High Horsepower Builds

The Michigan Motorsports LS Timing Chain Kit works especially well for:

• Turbo LS builds
• Nitrous setups
• Drag cars
• Street trucks
• High-RPM naturally aspirated builds

Helping support:

• Stable valve timing
• Consistent performance
• Long-term durability

Because boost pressure has an incredible ability to reveal weak engine components quickly.

Why LS Builders Upgrade Timing Components

Factory LS timing setups are surprisingly durable…

…but once you add:

• RPM
• Lift
• Spring pressure
• Boost
• Aggressive tuning

…the margin for timing instability shrinks fast.

Upgrading timing components helps:

• Protect expensive engine builds
• Improve reliability
• Maintain accurate cam timing

Because bent valves and destroyed pistons tend to ruin weekends instantly.

ARP 134-1003 Cam Bolt Kit: Includes three high-performance cam bolts created from 8740 chromoly steel, delivering 180,000 psi tensile strength and increased clamping force to protected the cam sprocket firmly, enhancing timing accuracy and reliability.
Wide Engine Compatibility: Designed to fit a range of LS-based engines from 1997 to 2006, including LS1, LS6, LQ4, LQ9, LR4, LM7, L59, LM4, and L33, making it suitable for quite a lot of GM vehicles equipped with 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L, and 6.0L engines.

Final Thoughts

The Michigan Motorsports LS Timing Chain Kit is an excellent upgrade for Gen III LS enthusiasts wanting stronger timing stability, adjustable cam timing, and improved durability for performance applications.

With a heavy-duty single roller chain, adjustable crank sprocket, and trusted ARP hardware, this kit provides serious reliability for cammed, boosted, and high-performance LS builds.

Because LS horsepower is fun… right up until valve timing leaves the chat unexpectedly.