{"product_id":"sealed-power-e-296x-engine-piston-ring-set","title":"Sealed Power E-296X Engine Piston Ring Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview of Sealed Power Engine Piston Ring Set E-296X\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sealed Power Engine Piston Ring Set E-296X is designed for reliable performance in Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. This set is engineered to meet the specifications required for 8-cylinder engines with a 4.3600 inch bore diameter, ensuring proper sealing and oil control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard size piston ring set with 4.3600 inch outside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop ring made of grey iron with phosphate coating and barrel face design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond ring constructed from grey iron with phosphate coating and reverse torsional face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil ring features a 3-piece flex vent design for effective oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 8-cylinder engines including Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications and Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe E-296X piston ring set includes three rings per cylinder with groove widths of 5\/64 inch for the top and second rings, and 3\/16 inch for the oil ring. The top ring has a radial wall thickness of 0.187 inch and a barrel face design to optimize sealing under combustion pressure. The second ring uses a reverse torsional face to reduce blow-by and improve ring stability. The oil ring is a 3-piece flex vent type, designed to maintain proper oil scraping and reduce oil consumption. This set is manufactured to standard size specifications, eliminating the need for file fitting during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Vehicles and Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piston ring set is compatible with a range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models equipped with 8-cylinder engines and a 4.3600 inch bore diameter. Key compatible vehicles include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord E-100, E-250, E-350 Econoline and Club Wagon models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLincoln Continental, Grand Marquis, LTD, Marauder, Marquis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury Cougar, Montego, Mustang, Thunderbird\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord Colony Park station wagon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Engine Issues Addressed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced compression due to worn or damaged piston rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive oil consumption from poor oil ring sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased blow-by and reduced engine efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine smoking caused by oil leakage past piston rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of power and rough engine operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation of the Sealed Power E-296X piston ring set requires careful attention to ring orientation and proper gap setting. Since this is a standard size set, no file fitting is necessary. Ensure the piston grooves are clean and free of debris before installation. Use appropriate ring compressors and follow manufacturer torque specifications for piston and cylinder head assembly. Verify ring end gaps and stagger ring gaps to prevent compression loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance and Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSealed Power piston rings are manufactured to meet OEM standards for durability and performance. The E-296X set undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure dimensional accuracy and material integrity. This product is backed by Sealed Power's limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, providing confidence in long-term engine reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sealed Power","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44495882387637,"sku":"BDBR-E-296X","price":96.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/SE_E296X_Top.jpg?v=1775021051","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/sealed-power-e-296x-engine-piston-ring-set","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}