{"product_id":"pro-xe-p3-t5-volvo-block-shims","title":"Pro Xe P3 T5 Volvo Block Shims","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Xe Automotive P3 Volvo T5 Block Shim Kit\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for high-boost reliability on the Volvo P1 T5 platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe factory open-deck design on P3 engines is known to become a limitation once cylinder pressures increase. Under higher boost levels, cylinder wall movement can occur — leading to head gasket failure, sealing issues, or long-term block distortion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Pro Xe Block Shim Kit reinforces the upper cylinder walls by filling the open deck gaps, increasing structural support where the block needs it most.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut at 0.031” as we have found this to be the most universal fitment across all P3 blocks we have handled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDesigned For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh boost applications (350+ HP builds)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid turbo setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt engines running increased cylinder pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers looking for added peace of mind during a head refresh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhats included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Block shims\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlluminum shim installation tool\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Reduces cylinder wall flex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Improves head gasket sealing under boost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Increases block rigidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ideal during head gasket or engine rebuild service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Proven solution for performance-focused P1 builds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese shims are precision-machined for proper deck fitment and designed to install during cylinder head removal. No permanent modification to the block is required when installed correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re pushing your P3 T5 beyond stock power levels, block shims are cheap insurance compared to the cost of a failed head gasket or cracked block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro Xe Automotive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52349651124514,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0142\/1602\/files\/511ACEB9-BCCC-4AC7-8FD9-4FEFE3AF9E72.jpg?v=1772338979","url":"https:\/\/proxeautomotive.com\/products\/pro-xe-p3-t5-volvo-block-shims","provider":"Pro Xe Automotive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}