What does 'file-fit' mean for these piston rings?

File-fit rings are not pre-gapped to a specific size. You will need to measure your cylinder bore and file the ends of the top and second rings to achieve the correct gap for your engine. This allows for a custom fit and optimal sealing.

What is the purpose of the different ring types (top, second, oil)?

The top ring is the primary seal for combustion pressure. The second ring helps control oil and also contributes to sealing. The oil ring's job is to scrape excess oil from the cylinder walls, preventing it from entering the combustion chamber.

Are these rings suitable for all engine builds?

While JE Pistons offers a wide selection, these specific rings are sized 1/16-1/16-3/16 and are intended for a 1-cylinder application. Proper gapping is essential for any engine build. They are not CARB approved and cannot be shipped to California.

JE Pistons Piston Ring Set J500F1-4130-5

Name: JE Pistons Ring Sets 1/16-1/16-3/16 RING
Brand: JE Pistons
SKU: je-pistons-je-pistons-ring-sets-1-16-1-16-3-16-ring-t14-297016
Price: 45.99 USD
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JE Pistons Ring Sets 1/16-1/16-3/16 RING

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JE Pistons Ring Sets 1/16-1/16-3/16 RING. Designed for precision sealing and maximum horsepower.

Key Features

Fits 1 cylinder.
Top ring is 0.064 inch ductile iron plasma moly for durability and sealing.
Second ring is 0.064 inch iron phosphate.
Oil ring is 0.188 inch carbon steel chrome with standard tension.
Rings are file-fit, requiring custom gapping for your application.
Designed to maximize horsepower through precise combustion pressure sealing.

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Product Details

This is a JE Pistons ring set, specifically sized 1/16-1/16-3/16. These rings are crucial for sealing the combustion chamber, which directly impacts how much power your engine can make. When the rings seal well, they keep the combustion pressure from escaping past the piston, ensuring that pressure is used to push the piston down and generate horsepower.

This particular set features a ductile iron plasma moly top ring, an iron phosphate second ring, and a standard tension carbon steel chrome oil ring. The plasma moly top ring is known for its durability and ability to maintain a good seal even under high heat. The iron phosphate second ring helps control oil and further assists in sealing. The standard tension chrome oil ring is designed to manage oil consumption effectively. These are file-fit rings, meaning you'll need to gap them to your specific cylinder bore for optimal performance and fit.

JE Pistons offers these rings in a wide variety of sizes and materials to fit many different engines. They also provide custom services, like back cutting and PVD coating, which are used by top racing teams to further improve durability and reduce friction for even more power and better sealing.