Remanufactured 5.3L GM Vortec Engine Assembly (2010–2014 Gen IV · LMG / LC9 / LY5)

A thorough visual inspection of each block for casting defects, meticulous disassembly with every part inspected for damage and the cause of failure identified. Oil and water passage plugs are removed to guarantee optimal results during thermal cleaning. Only premium castings are selected — never repaired castings or sleeved blocks on high-performance engines.

Our thermal cleaning system distributes heat evenly through the chamber, avoiding overheating or warping. Components are heated in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere that decomposes combustible hydrocarbons and leaves parts dry. The Ace RKE 230 oven is used exclusively for cast-iron blocks.

Stainless-steel shot removes surface contamination like rust for a smoother finish — vital for detecting surface and subsurface defects — while the peening process imparts compression strength to the metal.

Magnetic particle inspection detects cracks and imperfections in ferrous engine parts, ensuring the highest quality for our cast-iron blocks.

Aluminum blocks first go through the AXE SW20 OS spray cleaning system, whose multi-integrated nozzles remove all foreign material — crucial for a thorough inspection.

Ultrasonic cleaning — the benchmark in cleanliness — reaches inaccessible areas and breaks the bonds holding small particles to surfaces before pressure testing.

The Delta pressure tester double-checks for pinholes after magnafluxing and dye testing, ensuring the integrity of every casting used in our products.

After a complete visual inspection we repair minor casting defects, remove broken bolts, tap threads and perform gasket surface repairs to minimize stock removal.

The RMC CNC V40 enclosed machining center measures and levels blocks and measures deck heights and cylinder bore sizes, eliminating operator error. It determines the Ra finish based on block type and gasket, using CBN cutters and checking surface finish with the Mitutoyo SJ-301.

The Sunnen LBB-1600 hone, accurate to within .0001″, reconditions rods and fits pins so honed bores are equal to or better than new. High-performance engines get ARP high-strength bolts and nuts first.

Rottler’s newest cylinder honing machine finishes cylinders within .0001″ roundness and straightness, continuously analyzing and correcting the bore to hold the critical oil clearances modern engine designs demand.

After precise machining, every block undergoes a second high-pressure wash cycle for absolute cleanliness before final assembly.

All parts are ultrasonically cleaned prior to assembly, reaching every surface and internal area to meet the most stringent cleanliness standards.

Each assembler conducts a thorough visual inspection and measures parts for proper size. Blocks are fitted with new cam bearings, oil restrictors, relief valves and new water and oil plugs; heads are installed with new bolts and gaskets and each cylinder’s seal integrity is checked. A final inspection by our assembly manager signs off every engine.

Yes, for most owners. A used Gen IV 5.3L may already have a collapsing AFM lifter, worn cam lobe, oil consumption or metal in the oil. A Fraser remanufactured 5.3L is a zero-mile build with an upgraded block, updated heads, new pistons, rings, bearings, lifters, timing components, gaskets and seals, VIN-verified fitment and a 3- or 5-year unlimited-mile warranty.

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (through 2013), Tahoe, Suburban, Avalanche and Express; GMC Sierra 1500 (through 2013), Yukon, Yukon XL and Savana. The redesigned 2014 Silverado / Sierra use the Gen V EcoTec3 L83 — confirm by VIN.

Check the 8th digit of your VIN: 0 = LMG flex-fuel iron block, 3 = LC9 flex-fuel aluminum block, J = LY5 iron block (vans). Fraser confirms every order against your full VIN.

Option 4 replaces the Active Fuel Management lifters, camshaft and valley-cover lifter-oil manifold with non-AFM components so the engine runs on all eight cylinders permanently — eliminating the most common Gen IV failure. It requires a compatible calibration (tune) to disable AFM in the PCM, and it is intended for off-road, racing or non-emissions-controlled use where permitted by law; it may not be legal on pollution-controlled vehicles in California.

Option 1 ($3,499) is the Standard reman long block with a 3-year warranty. Option 2 ($3,999) is the Fraser Advantage™ build adding the oil pump, oil pan, timing cover and valley cover with a 5-year warranty plus 1 year of free No-Fault. Option 3 ($4,925) is Fully Loaded — Option 2 plus valve covers. Option 4 ($5,499) is the Fraser Advantage™ DOD / AFM-Deleted build with oil pump and valley cover and a 3-year warranty.

Yes. Shipping and core pickup are free to any commercial address in the continental United States.

Yes. 1- to 5-year No-Fault protection ($99–$499) can be added at checkout. Options 2 and 3 already include 1 year of No-Fault coverage free.