{"product_id":"cam-retainer-thrust-plate-for-chevy-gm-iii-iv-4-8-5-3-5-7-6-0-6-2-ls-ls1-lq9","title":"Cam Retainer Thrust Plate for Chevy GM III IV 4.8 5.3 5.7 6.0 6.2 LS LS1 LQ9","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCam Retainer Thrust Plate for Chevy GM Gen III IV LS\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cam retainer thrust plate is a direct replacement component that secures the camshaft in Gen III and Gen IV LS engines, including 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0, and 6.2 liter applications, cross-referencing common OEM numbers for a dependable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cam retainer thrust plate holds the camshaft firmly in place on Chevy GM Gen III and Gen IV LS engines. It fits 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0, and 6.2 liter LS series motors, including LS1 and LQ9 variants. Built for engine builders and repair shops handling cam swaps or rebuilds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined to control camshaft end play within factory tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction resists wear from constant thrust loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on design matches the factory mounting pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Gen III and Gen IV LS engine blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for worn or damaged retainers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM Gen III 4.8L LS engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM Gen III 5.3L LS engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM Gen III 5.7L LS1 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM Gen IV 6.0L LS engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM Gen IV 6.2L LS engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Chevy GM LQ9 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamshaft swaps and performance rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine refreshes on high-mileage LS motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming chain and valvetrain service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration projects on LS-powered vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCam Retainer Thrust Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGen III and Gen IV LS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplacement Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0, 6.2L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this plate fit both Gen III and Gen IV LS engines? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is designed for the 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0, and 6.2 liter LS engines across both generations. Always verify your specific block and camshaft combination before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can this be reused after removal? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cam retainer thrust plate is typically replaced once removed, since wear or distortion can affect camshaft end play. Installing a new plate protects valvetrain geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557183623254,"sku":"ZZ3P02160","price":31.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_305ea541-68b8-4823-9333-98244c8a6a86.jpg?v=1790978881","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/cam-retainer-thrust-plate-for-chevy-gm-iii-iv-4-8-5-3-5-7-6-0-6-2-ls-ls1-lq9","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}