{"product_id":"bbtv-598-engine-piston-ring","title":"BBTV 598 Engine Piston Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Piston Ring for Ford V8 Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine piston ring is built for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury V8 applications. It uses grey iron and steel rail materials with phosphate and chrome surface treatments to support ring sealing and wear control in compatible engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard oversize piston ring set for 4.360-inch bore applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop ring and second ring made from grey iron for consistent cylinder sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel rail and stainless expander oil ring design for oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphate-coated top and second rings for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 8-cylinder engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 598 is an engine piston ring set for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles with compatible 8-cylinder engines. The ring package includes a 5\/64-inch top groove and second groove, plus a 3\/16-inch first oil groove, with phosphate treatment on the top and second rings and chrome on the oil ring surface. The 4.360-inch bore specification and standard sizing make this a direct service part for engines that match the listed dimensions. This part number 598 is used across applications such as the Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and Ford Mustang, along with other classic Ford and Lincoln models listed in the fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring cylinder compression in worn engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing oil consumption caused by ring wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving combustion sealing in high-mileage engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing damaged or worn piston rings during engine rebuilds\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. Match the ring set to the exact application listed in the fitment data, since this part number 598 is tied to specific engine dimensions and vehicle applications. Proper ring end gap measurement and cylinder preparation are important during engine assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this part only where the listed fitment and dimensional specifications match the engine. The phosphate and chrome surface treatments support durability in service, and the ring materials are selected for sealing and oil control in rebuild applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBTV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669306695861,"sku":"BBTV-598","price":48.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/HA_598_Fro.jpg?v=1793686929","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbtv-598-engine-piston-ring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}