{"product_id":"bbtv-2c5173-engine-piston-ring","title":"BBTV 2C5173 Engine Piston Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Piston Ring Set for Mitsubishi Lancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine piston ring set is built for the 3.209-inch bore specification used in select Mitsubishi Lancer 4-cylinder applications. Part number 2C5173 is a standard-size ring set with chrome-treated top rings and a steel rail\/stainless expander oil ring design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard-size piston ring set for 81.50 mm engine bore applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome surface treatment on the top ring for wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphate-treated second ring for controlled seating characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel top ring construction with grey iron second ring material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel rail and stainless expander oil ring design for oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 2C5173 is an engine piston ring set for 2002-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models with the specified 3.209-inch bore. The ring package includes a 1.2 mm top groove, 1.2 mm second groove, and 2.5 mm first oil groove configuration, matching the listed engine dimensions for these Mitsubishi Lancer applications. The chrome top ring and phosphate second ring surfaces are selected to support ring seating and cylinder wall contact in standard-bore rebuild work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., MD371157) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring compression in worn cylinder bores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing oil consumption caused by ring wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing blow-by from tired piston rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting proper combustion sealing during engine rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn rings in standard-bore 4-cylinder engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify bore size, groove widths, and ring end gaps before installation. This ring set is listed for 2002-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer applications with the specified engine bore and groove dimensions, so confirm the engine matches the published fitment data before assembly. Clean piston ring grooves thoroughly and follow the engine builder’s measurement procedures during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment data is provided for 2002-2007 Mitsubishi Lancer applications, and the listed dimensions should be matched to the engine during rebuild preparation. Part number 2C5173 is specified as a standard-size ring set for the published bore and groove measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669302763701,"sku":"BBTV-2C5173","price":58.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/HA_2C5173_Fro.jpg?v=1793686416","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbtv-2c5173-engine-piston-ring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}