What is the main advantage of the lead-free composite material?

The lead-free composite material is environmentally safe. It's ideal for medium-load engines where durability and reduced environmental impact are important considerations.

What does 'bi-metal aluminum material' mean for these bearings?

Bi-metal construction typically means there are two layers of material. In this case, the aluminum layer helps with heat dissipation and provides a strong backing for the bearing surface.

Are these bearings suitable for high-performance or racing engines?

These bearings are specifically noted as being ideal for medium-load engines. For high-performance or racing applications, it's always best to consult King Engine Bearings' specialized racing bearing lines.

King Engine Bearings Ford 260CI/289CI/302 5.0L Windsor Connecting Rod Bearing Set

Specifications

Brand: King Engine Bearings
Part #: CR804SI
UPC: 611500415050

King Engine Bearings Ford 260CI/289CI/302 5.0L Windsor Connecting Rod Bearing Set

Name: King Engine Bearings Ford 260CI/289CI/302 5.0L Windsor Connecting Rod Bearing Set
Brand: King Engine Bearings
Price: 20.93 USD
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King Engine Bearings Ford 260CI/289CI/302 5.0L Windsor Connecting Rod Bearing Set. Lead-free composite material for medium-load engines.

Key Features

Fits 78+ vehicle make/model combinations.
Constructed with a lead-free, environmentally safe composite material.
Bi-metal aluminum material construction.
Designed for medium-load engines.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

Built with a lead-free, environmentally safe composite material, these King Engine Bearings connecting rod bearings are a solid option for Ford 260ci, 289ci, and 302 5.0L Windsor engines. As bearing specialists since 1960, King focuses on supplying high-quality engine bearings, and this set is designed for medium-load applications.

The bi-metal aluminum construction offers a good balance of strength and thermal conductivity, crucial for keeping connecting rod journals within operating temperature limits. These bearings fit a wide range of Ford vehicles, including classic Broncos, F-100 trucks, and various Ford station wagons from the 1960s through the 1990s, as well as some AC Shelby Cobras and De Tomaso Mangustas.