The Holden LG2 is the 3.8 litre Buick-derived V6, a 90 degree pushrod engine with two valves per cylinder and a cast iron block, naturally aspirated with multipoint fuel injection. It powered the Commodore, Berlina, Calais and Statesman from the VN of 1988 through the VP, VR and VS. Its gasket sets, timing chain sets, pistons, rings and bearings are all on this page.

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Go by the engine number, not the badge

LG2 ring sets are split between the early VN and VP engines and the 1993-on build, so the engine number tells you more than the model on the boot lid. A few bearing sets, including some ACL Race sets, also suit the later 3.8 Ecotec LN3 and L67. Treat that as the exception and check the fitment line on each listing before you order.

Timing chain sets and gaskets

The LG2 uses a timing chain, not a belt. Our timing sets run from standard replacement sets to heavier double row chain sets, with tensioners, gears, the front crankshaft seal and the timing case gasket set sold separately.

For head and top end work there are VRS gasket sets, including a multi fit set covering the VN to VR range, plus inlet and exhaust manifold gaskets and rocker cover gaskets in the gaskets and seals range.

Pistons, rings and bearings

Piston and ring sets include a 1mm oversize set, and main and conrod bearing sets come from ACL and Enginetech, with ACL Race sets for harder use and odd main bearing sizes such as the 7/16 set. There are conrods as well.

If the block has been bored or the crank ground, order to the machine shop's figures. The bearing and piston sizes page explains what those numbers mean and how to send them.

Common questions

Is there a timing chain set for the LG2?

Yes. The Crow Cams timing chain set for the Holden 3.8 Buick LG2 is $263.00.

Do you sell oversize pistons for the LG2?

A piston and ring set for the 3.8L Buick LG2 V6 is listed in 1mm oversize, from $544.50. Check the bore your machinist measured first.

What is in the ACL Race conrod set?

Six conrod bearings. The set suits the LG2, the 3.8 Ecotec LN3 and the supercharged L67, and starts at $79.76, depending on the size.

Not sure which LG2 build you have?
Send us the engine number and, for a rebuild, the machine shop sizes. We will confirm the right ring set, bearings and gaskets before you order.
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