{"product_id":"gm-ecotec-balance-shaft-delete-kit","title":"GM Ecotec Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003eGM Ecotec Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit – LSJ LNF LE5 LE9 2.0L 2.2L 2.4L High RPM Racing Conversion\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/blogs\/technical-resources\/balance-shaft-elimination\" title=\"Balance shaft delete and timing Blog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost Ecotec “balance shaft deletes” still leave unnecessary rotating mass, chain drag, and oil system instability spinning inside the engine. Learn why serious high-RPM racers are moving to true short chain balance shaft delete systems and complete timing stability upgrades.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe BK Racing GM Ecotec Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit was developed for high RPM GM Ecotec racing engines where improved oil system control, reduced rotating mass, and simplified oiling become important for long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFactory balance shafts were designed primarily to reduce engine vibration and improve comfort in OEM street vehicles — not for sustained high RPM racing environments, aggressive cornering loads, turbocharged power levels, or dedicated competition engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs RPM and engine load increase, the factory balance shaft system introduces additional rotating mass, added oil system complexity, additional chain load, and extra components that can become failure points in serious racing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe BK Racing Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit removes the factory balance shaft assembly while converting the engine to a simplified short chain oil pump drive system commonly preferred in high RPM Ecotec builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis setup reduces rotating mass, simplifies the lower end oiling system, and eliminates unnecessary balance shaft components often removed in dedicated race engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnlike neutral balance shaft or cut shaft setups, the BK Racing system fully removes the balance shaft assembly and associated rotating components for a cleaner and more complete racing conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Reduced rotating mass\u003cbr\u003e• Simplified oiling system\u003cbr\u003e• Eliminates factory balance shaft assembly\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced oil pump drive complexity\u003cbr\u003e• Improved engine reliability in racing applications\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced potential failure points\u003cbr\u003e• Cleaner lower end engine configuration\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for high RPM and dedicated race engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Short chain oil pump conversion design\u003cbr\u003e• Precision-machined components\u003cbr\u003e• Designed specifically for GM Ecotec engines\u003cbr\u003e• High-quality materials for racing durability\u003cbr\u003e• Eliminates factory balance shaft assembly\u003cbr\u003e• Simplified oil pump drive configuration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with many GM Ecotec engines including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2.0L Ecotec\u003cbr\u003e• LSJ\u003cbr\u003e• LNF\u003cbr\u003e• LDK\u003cbr\u003e• LHU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2.2L Ecotec\u003cbr\u003e• L61\u003cbr\u003e• LAP\u003cbr\u003e• LE8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2.4L Ecotec\u003cbr\u003e• LE5\u003cbr\u003e• LE9\u003cbr\u003e• LAT\u003cbr\u003e• LAF\u003cbr\u003e• LEA\u003cbr\u003e• LUK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with many:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Chevrolet Cobalt\u003cbr\u003e• Chevrolet HHR\u003cbr\u003e• Pontiac G5\u003cbr\u003e• Pontiac Solstice\u003cbr\u003e• Saturn Ion\u003cbr\u003e• Saturn Sky\u003cbr\u003e• Chevrolet Cavalier Ecotec swaps\u003cbr\u003e• Other GM Ecotec applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Circle track racing\u003cbr\u003e• Drag racing\u003cbr\u003e• Road racing\u003cbr\u003e• High RPM naturally aspirated engines\u003cbr\u003e• Turbocharged Ecotec builds\u003cbr\u003e• Supercharged Ecotec builds\u003cbr\u003e• Dedicated race engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• BK Racing Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Components\u003cbr\u003e• Required installation hardware\u003cbr\u003e• Components required for short chain oil pump conversion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Paired With:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e BK Racing \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"upper timing kit\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-upper-timing-chain-kit-lsj-lnf-le5?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=5c63fc4c6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUpper Timing Chain Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious high-RPM Ecotec race engines require the entire oiling and timing system to work together. BK Racing Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kits are commonly paired with the following performance upgrades for improved oil control, reliability, and sustained RPM durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"oil canister bypass\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/oil-filter-canister-bypass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=8c1f80385\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOil Canister Bypass Systems\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory Ecotec canister filters can become restrictive during sustained high-RPM racing conditions. Many racers use oil canister bypass systems to simplify the oiling system and improve oil flow stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"oil line kit\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/oil-pressure-line-kit-with-fittings?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5a2b9a2fc\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOil Pressure Gauge Line Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eStable oil pressure is critical in turbocharged and high-RPM Ecotec applications. Oil pressure gauge line kits help racers monitor pressure fluctuations before bearing damage occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eOil Temp Warning Light Kits\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHigh oil temperatures quickly reduce oil protection under sustained racing conditions. Oil temp warning systems help drivers identify dangerous temperatures before oil breakdown and engine damage occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"oil squirt delete plug kit\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-piston-oil-squirter-delete?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=64149e83d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePiston Oil Squirter Block-Off Plugs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eMany dedicated race engines redirect oil flow away from the factory piston oil squirters to improve oil pressure stability and prioritize oil delivery to critical engine components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHigh RPM Timing Stability Systems\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Manual Timing Tensioner\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/manual-timing-chain-tensioner-mechanical?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=328f5697d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eManual Timing Chain Tensioners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"timing guide bolt\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-timing-chain-upper-guide-bolt?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2e450c251\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUpper Timing Guide Bolts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Oil Impregnated Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-upgraded-timing-upper-rail-guide?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=bef084b2d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUpgraded Rail Guides (Oil Impregnated) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAdjustable Cam Gears\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"cam gears\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-adjustable-cam-gears-l61-lsj?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=e42f10fa5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eL61\/LSJ Adjustable Gears \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cam Locking Hubs\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/ecotec-fixed-vvt-locking-cam-gears?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b63c57d36\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVVT Cam Locking Hubs \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Valve Springs 83lb\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/83-valve-spring?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=30c3f9a67\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e83lb Valve Springs\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"solid lifters\" href=\"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/search?q=solid+lifters\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;type=product\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSolid Lash Adjusters\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHigh-RPM race engines often combine short chain balance shaft delete systems with upgraded valvetrain control packages for improved sustained RPM reliability and reduced valvetrain instability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHigh-RPM race engines often combine short chain balance shaft delete systems with upgraded valvetrain control packages for improved sustained RPM reliability and reduced valvetrain instability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen building a serious Ecotec race engine, the oiling system, timing system, and valvetrain should always be treated as a complete high-RPM reliability system — not individual upgrades installed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you are still running neutral balance shafts or cut-off shaft setups in a serious Ecotec race engine, you are still carrying unnecessary rotating mass, chain drag, and additional failure points inside the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe BK Racing GM Ecotec Short Chain Balance Shaft Delete Kit is the next evolution in high RPM Ecotec reliability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned for off-road and racing applications only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BK Racing","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":43662591852632,"sku":"F203241","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9997\/9864\/files\/IMG_1256_176953788169790159cc4867666.jpg?v=1769537883","url":"https:\/\/bkracing.com\/products\/gm-ecotec-balance-shaft-delete-kit","provider":"BK Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}