{"product_id":"bbtv-5499-engine-piston-ring","title":"BBTV 5499 Engine Piston Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Piston Ring Set Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine piston ring set is built for large-displacement V8 applications that use a 3.736-inch bore and standard oversize. Part number 5499 is listed for a wide range of Chevrolet and GMC trucks, vans, and passenger cars, including Chevrolet C10 Pickup and GMC C1500 Pickup applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard oversize piston ring set for 3.736-inch bore engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrey iron top ring and second ring construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphate surface treatment on the top and second rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-treated steel rail and stainless expander oil ring design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep oil groove application noted in the fitment data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine coverage for 8-cylinder applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 5499 is an engine piston ring set for compatible Chevrolet and GMC V8 engines with a 3.736-inch bore. The ring package uses grey iron for the top and second rings, with phosphate surface treatment on both compression rings and a chrome-treated steel rail\/stainless expander oil ring arrangement. The listed groove dimensions are 5\/64 for the top and second ring grooves and 3\/16 for the oil groove, which supports the specified deep oil groove configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment includes Chevrolet C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500, Camaro, Monte Carlo, El Camino, and Corvette applications, along with GMC C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500, and related truck and van models. This part cross-references Sealed Power (e.g., 454NP, 534NP) for the same application. Part number 5499 is also referenced across multiple older GM platforms, making it a relevant search match for Chevrolet C10 Pickup and GMC C1500 Pickup engine rebuild projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring compression in worn cylinder bores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing oil control issues tied to ring wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing blow-by from tired piston rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing rings during a full engine rebuild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing deep oil groove piston applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify bore size, groove dimensions, and engine configuration before assembly. Clean ring lands thoroughly, check end gaps to specification, and confirm the deep oil groove design matches the piston set being used. Because fitment spans many Chevrolet and GMC platforms, confirm the exact engine family before installation. Part number 5499 should be matched to the application listed in the fitment data, including Chevrolet C10 Pickup and GMC C1500 Pickup coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment data is provided for direct application matching across the listed Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. The ring materials, surface treatments, and groove dimensions are specified to support accurate engine rebuild selection for part number 5499.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669308006581,"sku":"BBTV-5499","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/HA_5499_Fro.jpg?v=1793687180","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbtv-5499-engine-piston-ring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}