Product Description
Michigan Motorsports Gen 3 LS Camshaft Timing Gear – Replaces GM 12552953
Fits 1997–2007 Gen III LS Engines | LS1 LS6 LM7 LQ4 LQ9 L59 L33 LR4 LM4
The Michigan Motorsports Gen 3 LS Camshaft Gear is a high-quality USA-made replacement for the discontinued GM camshaft sprocket part number 12552953. This cam gear is designed specifically for Gen III LS engines where the camshaft position sensor is located at the rear of the engine block. Manufactured for durability and precise timing alignment, this sprocket ensures proper synchronization between the camshaft and crankshaft through the timing chain. It is ideal for engine rebuilds, timing service, or camshaft upgrades on early LS engines used in GM cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Key Features & Benefits
- Direct Replacement for GM 12552953 – Designed as a replacement for the discontinued OEM camshaft gear used on Gen III LS engines.
- Designed for Rear Cam Sensor Engines – Correct timing gear configuration for LS engines with the camshaft position sensor located at the rear of the block.
- USA-Made Quality Construction – Manufactured from durable materials to deliver long-term reliability and precise camshaft timing operation.
- Ideal for Engine Rebuilds and Cam Swaps – Recommended when servicing the timing system during camshaft upgrades or engine refreshes.
- Broad Gen III LS Compatibility – Fits many GM LS-powered trucks, SUVs, and performance cars equipped with early LS engines.
Notes & Installation Information
- For use on Gen III LS engines with the camshaft position sensor located at the rear of the engine block.
- Will NOT work on Gen IV LS engines with the camshaft sensor located in the timing cover.
- Professional installation recommended when servicing engine timing components.
Key Fitments (Gasoline V8 Models)
- BUICK RAINIER 2004
- CADILLAC CTS-V 2004-2005
- CADILLAC ESCALADE 2002-2006
- CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2002-2006
- CHEVROLET CAMARO 1998-2002
- CHEVROLET CORVETTE 1997-2004
- CHEVROLET EXPRESS 1500 2003-2007
- CHEVROLET EXPRESS 2500 2003-2007
- CHEVROLET EXPRESS 3500 2003-2007
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 1999-2006
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 CLASSIC 2007
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 1999-2006
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 CLASSIC 2007
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 2001-2006
- CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 CLASSIC 2007
- CHEVROLET SSR 2003-2004
- CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500 2000-2006
- CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2500 2000-2006
- CHEVROLET TAHOE 2000-2006
- CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 2003-2004
- GMC ENVOY 2003-2004
- GMC SAVANA 1500 2003-2007
- GMC SAVANA 2500 2003-2007
- GMC SAVANA 3500 2003-2007
- GMC SIERRA 1500 1999-2006
- GMC SIERRA 1500 CLASSIC 2007
- GMC SIERRA 2500 1999-2006
- GMC SIERRA 2500 CLASSIC 2007
- GMC SIERRA 3500 2001-2006
- GMC SIERRA 3500 CLASSIC 2007
- GMC YUKON 2000-2006
- GMC YUKON XL 1500 2000-2006
- GMC YUKON XL 2500 2000-2006
- HUMMER H2 2003-2007
- PONTIAC FIREBIRD 1998-2002
- PONTIAC GTO 2004
