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GSC P-D 3SGTE Spring and Titanium Retainer Kit for Shim Under Bucket GSC Power Division GSC5746
GSC P-D 3SGTE Spring and Titanium Retainer Kit for Shim Under Bucket GSC Power Division GSC5746
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GSC P-D 3SGTE Spring and Titanium Retainer Kit for Shim Under Bucket

GSC5746
GSC5746
Valve Springs, Retainers
2 Units In Stock - Ships Next Business Day
$ 332.31 $ 282.46
$ 282.46

SKU: 5746 | UPC: GSC5746

GSC P-D 3SGTE Spring and Titanium Retainer Kit for Shim Under Bucket Fits 1988-1995 Toyota Celica All Trac MR2 Turbo

The GSC P-D 3SGTE Spring and Titanium Retainer Kit provides reliable valve spring performance for Toyota 3S-GTE engines with shim-under-bucket valvetrains. This kit fits 1988-1992 Toyota Celica All Trac ST165 ST185, 1993 Toyota Celica GTS All Trac ST185, and 1991-1995 Toyota MR2 Turbo SW20 models. It delivers stable valve operation at high engine speeds through proper spring pressures and reduced valvetrain weight for improved response in performance builds.

Key Features

  • Titanium Retainers: Forged 10-degree retainers weigh 4.6 grams each to reduce valvetrain inertia and improve response times
  • Spring Pressure: Seat pressure 78 lbs at 38.0 mm installed height open pressure 165 lbs at 9.0 mm lift for consistent control
  • Spring Dimensions: Outer diameter 26.5 mm inner diameter 16.0 mm coil bind height 28.0 mm with 2 mm safety margin
  • Kit Contents: Complete set of 16 springs and 16 titanium retainers for full DOHC 3S-GTE cylinder head coverage MPN 5746
  • Lift Compatibility: Supports cams up to 10.0 mm lift while maintaining stability in high boost applications

Product Notes

  • Check shim thickness and installed height before final assembly
  • Pair with stock or aftermarket cams rated for 9-10 mm lift
  • Kit arrives fully assembled ready for direct valvetrain swap

Installation Notes

  • Professional installation recommended.
  • Use shim-under-bucket specific valve spring compressor tool
  • Compatible with OEM buckets and locks no additional hardware needed

This Part Fits

Year Make Model Submodel
1988-1992 Toyota Celica All Trac
1993 Toyota Celica GTS All Trac
1991-1995 Toyota MR2 Turbo

Why Choose GSC Power-Division?

  • Established leader in Toyota performance valvetrain components
  • Premium high-tensile steel springs and titanium parts built to last
  • Exact tolerances ensure drop-in fit for 3S-GTE engines

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Does this kit fit ST165 ST205 and SW20 3SGTE engines?
    A: Yes it directly replaces OEM springs and retainers in all shim-under-bucket 3S-GTE setups from these chassis
  • Q: What materials are used in the retainers and springs?
    A: Retainers are forged titanium springs use heat-treated chrome-silicon steel for fatigue resistance
  • Q: What warranty coverage is provided?
    A: Titanium retainers carry lifetime warranty against defects springs have no fatigue warranty due to application variables

Shipping & Handling

  • Method: UPS Ground
  • Availability: In stock - ships same or next business day
  • Packaging: Protective foam-lined box 9 x 6 x 4 inches
  • Weight: 2.2 lbs

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