GM Ecotec Engine Building Components – Performance Parts & Reliability Upgrades
BK Racing | GM Ecotec Engine Building Components – Performance Parts & Reliability Upgrades
BK Racing specializes in GM Ecotec engine building components engineered for serious racing, high-performance street, drag racing, circle track, autocross, and endurance applications. Whether you’re rebuilding a stock engine or assembling a high-horsepower competition engine, this collection brings together the parts needed to build reliable, high-performance Ecotec engines.
Designed for LSJ, LNF, LHU, L61, LAP, LE5, LE9, LAT, LAF, LEA, and other GM Ecotec engines, BK Racing products are developed around the real-world problems encountered in high-RPM and high-load racing environments. Every component is selected to improve durability, reliability, and long-term engine performance.
Whether you’re building a turbocharged Cobalt SS, supercharged Ion Redline, naturally aspirated circle track engine, Polaris Slingshot, Solstice GXP, HHR SS, or a custom Ecotec swap, this collection serves as the starting point for complete Ecotec engine builds.
Engine Building Categories
- Timing System Components – Timing chain kits, balance shaft deletes, guides, manual tensioners, billet hardware, and timing reliability upgrades
- Valvetrain Components – Valve springs, retainers, solid lash adjusters, valves, camshafts, and high-RPM valve control components
- Bottom End Components – Cylinder sleeves, bearings, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft hardware, and engine reliability upgrades
- Oiling System Components – Oil pressure control, oil routing, lubrication upgrades, and racing oil system solutions
- Cooling System Components – Water pumps, cooling upgrades, and engine temperature management solutions
- Exhaust Components – Exhaust valves, manifold hardware, and engine exhaust system upgrades
Why Builders Choose BK Racing
Factory Ecotec engines were never designed for sustained racing RPM, elevated cylinder pressures, aggressive camshaft profiles, or the continuous abuse encountered in competition. BK Racing develops components specifically to solve these weaknesses while improving reliability, consistency, and engine longevity.
Performance Benefits
- Improved engine reliability
- Increased high-RPM durability
- Better timing system stability
- Improved valvetrain control
- Stronger bottom-end durability
- Improved lubrication and cooling
- Components engineered specifically for GM Ecotec racing applications
Supported Applications
- Chevrolet Cobalt & Cobalt SS
- Chevrolet HHR & HHR SS
- Saturn Ion & Ion Redline
- Pontiac Solstice GXP
- Saturn Sky Redline
- Saab 9-3
- Polaris Slingshot
- Chevrolet Cavalier & Pontiac Sunfire Ecotec swaps
- Additional GM Ecotec-powered street and racing applications
BK Racing continues to develop engineering-focused GM Ecotec engine components that help racers and builders assemble stronger, more reliable engines. If you’re searching for GM Ecotec engine building parts, timing system upgrades, valvetrain components, oiling system upgrades, or complete engine build solutions, you’ll find them here.
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Ecotec Water Pump Upgrade – OEM Cooling Replacement for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 L61 EnginesVendor:BK RacingGM Part Number 12624936 Ecotec Water Pump by Cloyes Ecotec Water Pump Upgrade – OEM Cooling Replacement for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 L61 Engines Maintain stable coolant flow and protect your Ecotec engine from overheating, cavitation, and high-RPM cooling failures with the BK Racing...
- $55.00 USD
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Ecotec Thermostat Restrictor (Gutted Thermostat Mod) – Precision Cooling Flow Control UpgradeVendor:BK RacingUpgrade Your Cooling System with the Ecotec Thermostat Optimize your Ecotec cooling system with the BK Racing Thermostat Restrictor (Gutted Thermostat) — the best thermostat restrictor mod for GM Ecotec engines, providing controlled coolant flow for consistent temperatures in high-performance, track, or racing applications....
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Shortened Water Pump Chain for GM Ecotec Balance Shaft Delete – Precision-Modified ChainVendor:BK RacingOptimize Your Engine with a Shortened Water Pump Chain Complete your Ecotec balance shaft delete with the BK Racing Shortened Water Pump Chain — the best shortened water pump chain for GM Ecotec balance shaft elimination, precision-modified from genuine Cloyes chain for exact length...
- $100.00 USD
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GM Ecotec Manual Mechanical Timing Chain Tensioner – Adjustable High RPM Timing Upgrade for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 L61 LAP LEA LATVendor:BK RacingTake full control of your Ecotec timing system with the BK Racing GM Ecotec Manual Mechanical Timing Chain Tensioner — a precision adjustable timing upgrade engineered specifically for high RPM, turbocharged, supercharged, and racing Ecotec applications where the factory hydraulic timing chain tensioner becomes...
- $89.99 USD
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GM Ecotec Adjustable Cam Gears (Pair) – High RPM Cam Timing Upgrade for LSJ L61 2.0 2.2 Ecotec EnginesVendor:BK RacingGM Ecotec Adjustable Cam Gears (Pair) – LSJ L61 Cam Timing Upgrade for High RPM Racing Engines BK Racing GM Ecotec Adjustable Cam Gears were engineered specifically for serious Ecotec performance builds where factory cam timing becomes a major limitation in horsepower production, throttle...
- $389.00 USD
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GM Ecotec Upper Timing Chain Kit – Ecotec Upper Timing Kit for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 L61 Timing System UpgradeVendor:BK RacingGM Ecotec Upper Timing Chain Kit – LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 L61 Ecotec Upper Timing Kit for Balance Shaft Delete Builds The BK Racing GM Ecotec Upper Timing Chain Kit was developed specifically for Ecotec builders performing balance shaft delete conversions, timing system refreshes,...
- $75.00 USD
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Ecotec Front Cover Gasket Set – Premium Seal Kit for Leak-Free Timing ServiceVendor:BK RacingEcotec Front Cover Gasket – Essential for a Leak-Free Engine Prevent oil leaks and ensure a clean seal with the BK Racing Ecotec Front Cover Gasket Set — a premium Ecotec front cover gasket solution for GM Ecotec engines, providing all necessary seals for...
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Ecotec Extended Injector Cups (Set of 4) – Precision Spacers for Custom Fuel Rail & Injector SwapsVendor:BK RacingEcotec Injector Cups: Precision Spacers for Enhanced Performance Upgrade your Ecotec fuel system reliability with the BK Racing Extended Aluminum Fuel Injector Cups (Set of 4) — the best extended aluminum injector cups for GM Ecotec NA models, precision-crafted from high-grade billet aluminum for...
- $50.00 USD
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Ecotec Electric Oil Pressure Gauge Adapter Fitting – Reliable Block-Mount Sensor Port UpgradeVendor:BK RacingUpgrade Your Monitoring with the Ecotec Oil Pressure Gauge Accurately monitor your Ecotec's oil pressure with the BK Racing Electric Oil Pressure Gauge Adapter Fitting — the best oil pressure sensor adapter for GM Ecotec engines, allowing easy installation of an aftermarket electric gauge...
- $30.00 USD
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GM Ecotec Inner Delete SleevesVendor:BK RacingEcotec Inner Balance Shaft Delete Sleeves (Set of 2) H2: GM Ecotec Inner Delete Sleeves for Balance Shaft Delete Conversions The BK Racing Ecotec Inner Balance Shaft Delete Sleeves are designed to properly block the inner oil passages during GM Ecotec balance shaft delete...
- $38.00 USD
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Ecotec Upgraded Timing Guide Bolts – Billet Shoulder Bolt FixVendor:BK RacingEcotec Upgraded Timing Guide Bolts – Billet Shoulder Bolt Fix for Common Factory Failure Eliminate one of the most common and catastrophic Ecotec timing system failures with the BK Racing Ecotec Upgraded Timing Guide Bolts — precision-machined billet stepped shoulder bolts engineered to replace...
- $18.00 USD
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Ecotec Race Header – High-Flow Long Tube Exhaust Manifold for Maximum PowerVendor:BK RacingMaximize Your Performance with the Ecotec Race Header Unleash your Ecotec's true exhaust potential with the BK Racing Ecotec Race Header — the best performance header for GM Ecotec 2.0L, 2.2L, and 2.4L engines, delivering superior flow, quicker turbo spool, and proven horsepower gains...
- $300.00 USD
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Ecotec Piston Oil Squirter Block-Off Plugs (Set of 4) – Reliable Oil Passage Seal for Performance BuildsVendor:BK RacingEnhance Your Engine Build with Ecotec Piston Oil Squirter Block-Off Plugs Elevate your Ecotec's efficiency with the BK Racing Ecotec Piston Oil Squirter Block-Off Plugs (Set of 4) — the best piston oil squirter delete plugs for GM Ecotec engines, designed to minimize pressure...
- $63.00 USD
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GM Ecotec Solid Lash Adjusters – Prevent Losing Rockers & Hydraulic Lifter CollapseVendor:BK RacingGM Ecotec Solid Lash Adjusters – LSJ LNF L61 Rocker Stability & High RPM Valvetrain Upgrade Factory hydraulic lash adjusters are one of the biggest causes of “kicked rocker” failures in high-RPM Ecotec engines. Learn why serious racers are switching to BK Racing Solid...
- $395.00 USD
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GM Ecotec Balance Shaft Delete Kit by Cloyes Replaces GM Part XGH676Vendor:BK RacingLearn more about the Ecotec balance shaft delete kit by following this link. The GM Ecotec Cloyes Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit was developed for high RPM GM Ecotec racing engines where simplified oiling, reduced rotating mass, and improved reliability are important for...
- $169.99 USD
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Ecotec 6+1 Reluctor Wheel – Precision Crank Trigger Upgrade for 2.2L & 2.4L Ecotec CrankshaftsVendor:BK RacingEcotec Reluctor Wheel: A Precision Upgrade for Your Engine Convert your later Ecotec to early-style timing with the BK Racing Ecotec 6+1 Reluctor Wheel — the best 7x crank signal reluctor for GM Ecotec 2.2L and 2.4L hybrid builds, replacing the stock 58x wheel...
- $159.99 USD
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Ecotec 6+1 Lightweight Reluctor Wheel – High-Performance Crank Trigger for Hybrid BuildsVendor:BK RacingDiscover the Ecotec 6+1 Lightweight Reluctor Wheel Maximize revs and reduce rotational mass with the BK Racing Ecotec 6+1 Lightweight Reluctor Wheel — the best lightweight 7x crank signal reluctor for GM Ecotec 2.2L and 2.4L hybrid engines, replacing the heavy stock 58x wheel...
- $179.00 USD
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Ecotec 2.0 6+1 Reluctor Wheel – 2.0L 2.4L Hybrid Wheel Precision Trigger for 7x Crank SignalVendor:BK RacingUnderstanding the Ecotec 2.0 Reluctor Wheel Unlock higher RPM potential and flexible tuning with the BK Racing Ecotec 2.0 6+1 Reluctor Wheel — the best 7x crank signal reluctor for GM Ecotec 2.0L crankshaft swaps into 2.4L blocks, enabling the shorter 86mm stroke (vs....
- $168.00 USD
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BK Racing Ecotec Reluctor Wheel Bolts (Set of 3) – Ecotec Reluctor Wheel Bolts for Crank Trigger InstallationVendor:BK RacingBK Racing Ecotec Reluctor Wheel Bolts for Superior Strength Secure your Ecotec reluctor wheel with precision reliability using the BK Racing Ecotec Reluctor Wheel Bolts (Set of 3) — the best high-strength bolts for GM Ecotec crank reluctor mounting, designed to withstand extreme vibration,...
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GM Ecotec Timing Guide Upgrade – Reduce Chain Harmonics & Timing Instability for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9Vendor:BK RacingGM Ecotec Timing Guide Upgrade – Reduce Chain Harmonics & Timing Instability for LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 Eliminate one of the most overlooked timing system failure points in the Ecotec platform with the BK Racing Ecotec Oil-Impregnated Upper Timing Chain Guide — a high...
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