{"product_id":"bbtv-592-engine-piston-ring","title":"BBTV 592 Engine Piston Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Piston Ring for V8 Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine piston ring set is built around standard bore dimensions and OE-style ring materials for a wide range of classic and light-duty truck applications. Part number 592 is specified for 4.000-inch bore engines and uses phosphate and chrome surface treatments to support ring seating and wear control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard oversize specification for 4.000-inch engine bores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop ring and second ring made from grey iron for consistent sealing performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-treated first oil ring rail with stainless expander for oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphate-treated top and second rings for improved break-in characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigured for six-cylinder engine applications listed in the fitment data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Fitment and Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 592 is an engine piston ring set with a 5\/64 top groove, 5\/64 second groove, and 3\/16 first oil groove. The ring package combines grey iron top and second rings with phosphate surface treatment, plus a chrome-treated oil ring rail and stainless expander for durability and stable cylinder sealing. This part number 592 application coverage includes Chevrolet Astro, GMC Safari, Ford F-150, and Chevrolet S10 among many others, making it a broad fitment option for older domestic engines with a 4.000-inch bore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Sealed Power (e.g., 272AP, H519P) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring compression loss caused by worn piston rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing oil consumption from ring wear or poor oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving cylinder sealing after engine rebuild work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing blow-by related to worn ring lands or ring faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting proper break-in on standard bore engine rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify bore size, groove dimensions, and ring end gap before assembly. Clean the piston ring grooves thoroughly and confirm the cylinder finish matches the ring material and surface treatment. Because fitment spans many Chevrolet, GMC, and Ford applications, confirm the engine code and bore specification against the vehicle build data before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 592 is specified with OE-style materials and surface treatments commonly used in engine rebuild service. The listed fitment data and dimensional attributes should be matched to the engine during teardown and measurement to confirm correct application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669306663093,"sku":"BBTV-592","price":36.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/HA_592_Fro.jpg?v=1793686922","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbtv-592-engine-piston-ring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}