Thread Repair Kit Chevy 5.7 V-8 M11 x 2.0 - Kent-Moore

The Kent-Moore J-42385-100 Thread Repair Kit offers a robust and reliable solution for professional technicians tackling damaged M11 x 2.0 threads in critical GM Gen III 5.7L V8 LS engine components. This specialized kit utilizes the Time-Sert thread repair system, a method officially recommended by GM Powertrain for its exceptional durability and precision in demanding automotive and industrial repair environments. It enables high-quality threaded hole repairs, ensuring fastener integrity and contributing to reduced potential warranty costs.

Key Features

• GM Powertrain Recommended System: Employs Time-Sert solid bushing inserts, recognized by GM Powertrain as the preferred method for reliable and lasting thread repairs, unlike wound spring inserts. This system has been tested and approved by General Motors, with no other company approved for these repairs in aluminum blocks.
• Precision M11 x 2.0 Thread Restoration: Engineered for exact M11 x 2.0 thread repair, ensuring optimal fastening integrity and restoring threads to their original size and strength in compatible GM LS engines.
• Solid Steel Bushing Inserts: Time-Sert inserts are machined from a single solid piece of steel, providing maximum strength, structural integrity, and resistance to high strain and vibration, a significant advantage over coil-style thread repairs. Their self-locking design prevents backing out even under demanding conditions.
• Comprehensive Professional Tool Set: Includes all necessary components for a complete and efficient repair process, such as specialized drills, counter-bores, taps, drivers, guide plates, and M11x2.0 inserts.
• Maintains OEM Standards: Facilitates repairs that adhere to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards, ensuring proper fitment and function of critical fasteners.

Applications

This specialized thread repair kit is essential for professional technicians addressing damaged threads in various GM Gen III 5.7L V8 LS engines. Common applications include the repair of stripped or cross-threaded M11 x 2.0 bolt holes in cylinder heads and main bearing caps. This is particularly relevant for vehicles such as 1997-2004 C5 Corvettes, 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaros, 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebirds, and 2004 Pontiac GTOs. It is also suitable for restoring compromised main bearing threads in these small-block V8 engines and addressing specific transmission applications like the NVG 126/266 Manual Transmissions. The kit is also applicable to certain Holden models from 1999-2005, including Commodores, Statesman/Caprice, and Monaro.

Specifications

• Model Number: J-42385-100
• Manufacturer: Kent-Moore
• Thread Size: M11 x 2.0
• Vehicle Compatibility: GM Gen III 5.7L V8 LS engines (e.g., C5 Corvette, Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, GTO, and certain Holden models from 1999-2005).
• Repair Method: Utilizes Time-Sert thread repair system.