{"product_id":"bbtv-4885-engine-piston-ring","title":"BBTV 4885 Engine Piston Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Piston Ring Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine piston ring, part number 4885, is built for Ford and Mercury applications that use a 3.811-inch bore. It features a standard oversize specification and a ring package with phosphate and chrome surface treatments for controlled wear characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 4885 for direct catalog identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard oversize piston ring set for 3.811-inch bore engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrey iron top ring and second ring construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel rail and stainless expander oil ring design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphate and chrome surface treatments for ring durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits multiple Ford F-150, Mustang, Windstar, and related V6 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 4885 is an engine piston ring set for 6-cylinder engines with a 96.80 mm bore. The ring package uses a grey iron top ring, a grey iron second ring, and a steel rail\/stainless expander oil ring arrangement. Surface treatments include phosphate on the top and second rings, with chrome on the oil ring surface for added wear control. This configuration supports Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, Ford Windstar, Ford Freestar, Mercury Monterey, and other listed Ford and Mercury applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 51732CP) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring compression control in worn cylinder bores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing oil consumption caused by ring wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing blow-by from tired piston ring sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing damaged or heat-worn ring sets during engine service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify bore size, groove dimensions, and engine configuration before installation. Confirm the listed fitment for your exact Ford or Mercury model year, and inspect cylinder walls for taper, scoring, or out-of-round conditions before assembly. Proper ring end gap measurement and cylinder preparation are critical for correct sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this part only where the bore and groove specifications match the engine requirements shown in the product data. The part number 4885 is cataloged with application-specific fitment data to support accurate selection for the listed Ford and Mercury engines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669307908277,"sku":"BBTV-4885","price":39.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/HA_4885_Fro.jpg?v=1793687157","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbtv-4885-engine-piston-ring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}