Camshaft Gasket 97-16 Chevy LS

The Camshaft Gasket 97-16 Chevy LS is a critical engine seal component engineered to prevent oil leakage at the camshaft cover interface—a common wear point in LS-platform engines subjected to high RPM tuning and extended track duty. Whether you're maintaining stock power levels or running a modified mill with upgraded valve timing, this OEM-specification gasket ensures a tight seal that protects internal engine cleanliness and maintains proper lubrication flow to the top end.

MAHLE ORIGINAL/CLEVITE manufacturing ensures dimensional accuracy and material durability across the 97–2016 LS engine family, including LS1, LS2, LS3, LS6, LS7, LS9, and LSA variants. The gasket is precisely molded to factory specifications using elastomer compounds that resist both high operating temperatures and aggressive valve cover ventilation systems common in forced-induction builds. At 0.48 lbs and compact dimensions of 4.7 x 0.45 x 8.1 inches, this gasket fits directly into the OEM gasket cavity without modification, delivering a factory-quality seal on both naturally aspirated and boosted applications.

Technicians and enthusiasts performing valve cover removal—whether for spark plug access, PCV system upgrades, or breather modifications—should replace this gasket to avoid future oil seepage that can compromise engine bay cleanliness and cause premature carbon buildup. Installation requires only basic hand tools and takes under 30 minutes; always torque the cover bolts to specification after gasket replacement to prevent crushing the new seal. Compatible with all LS-platform applications from 1997 through 2016, this MAHLE gasket is the preventative maintenance choice for any serious LS builder.