Product Description
Michigan Motorsports LS Oil Galley Barbell Plug Diverter - Replaces 12573460
Fits 1997-2013 LS Based Engines | Restores Proper Oil Galley Routing | Rear Engine Cover Installation
Replace a worn, damaged, or missing LS oil galley barbell plug diverter with this direct replacement for reference number 12573460. This small but critical oiling component installs in the oil galley passage behind the rear engine cover on the driver side of compatible LS-based engines. Proper installation helps maintain intended oil flow through the engine oiling system and supports dependable oil pressure during engine operation. It is an important service item to inspect and replace during LS engine rebuilding, rear cover service, camshaft work, or complete engine reassembly.
Key Features & Benefits
- Critical LS Engine Oiling Component: The oil galley barbell plug diverter helps direct oil flow through the intended passages in compatible LS engine blocks.
- Replaces Reference Number 12573460: Designed as a replacement for the original-style LS oil galley barbell plug diverter used in compatible LS-based engine applications.
- Important During Engine Reassembly: A missing, worn, or incorrectly installed plug can affect oil routing and contribute to low or no oil pressure after startup.
- Rear Engine Cover Location: Installs in the oil galley hole behind the rear engine cover on the driver side of compatible LS engine blocks.
- Ideal for LS Rebuilds & Service: A practical replacement during complete engine rebuilding, rear cover service, camshaft upgrades, oiling system repairs, and performance LS engine assembly.
Specs
- Product Type: Oil galley barbell plug diverter
- Replacement Reference: 12573460
- Installation Location: Oil galley hole behind rear engine cover on driver side of engine block
- Engine Family: Compatible LS-based engines
- Primary Use: Restores intended internal oil galley routing during engine assembly
Notes
- Installation Orientation: Insert the non-O-ringed end of the barbell plug into the engine block first.
- Location Verification: The plug installs in the oil galley hole behind the rear engine cover on the driver side of compatible LS engine blocks.
- Critical Assembly Step: Confirm this plug is present and correctly installed before final engine assembly to help avoid improper oil flow and potential oil-pressure issues.
- Engine Verification: Confirm engine family, model year, and original plug configuration before purchase.
Key Fitments
- Fits 1997-2013 LS Based Engines 4.8L 5.3L 5.7L 6.0L 6.2L
- Also fits through 2019 on L96 Engines and through 2017 on LS3 & L77
- Fits: LS1 LS2 LS3 LS6 L99 LSA L92 L9H L94 L76 L77 LY6 L96 LFA LZ1 LY5 LMG LMF LH6 LC9 LY2 L20 L33 LQ4 LQ9 LR4 LM7 L59 LS4 LH8 LH9
