What components are included in this piston set?

This Mahle OE piston set includes eight cast pistons, pre-mounted piston rings, wrist pins, and retaining clips. It's designed to be a complete solution for your engine rebuild.

Are these pistons ready to install right out of the box?

Yes, Mahle OE pistons are often supplied with the piston rings, wrist pins, and clips already installed. This convenience saves you time and ensures proper assembly during your engine rebuild.

What is the benefit of expansion-controlled designs on these pistons?

Expansion-controlled designs allow for smaller fitting clearances when the engine is cold. This helps to reduce engine noise, minimize wear, lower emissions, and improve oil control from the moment you start the engine.

Mahle OE Piston Set 2242012 - GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmob

Name: Mahle OE GMC Pass & Trk 229 3.8L Eng 1980-86 305 5.0L Eng 1976-87 Piston Set (Set of 8)
Brand: Mahle OE
SKU: mahle-oe-mahle-oe-gmc-pass-trk-229-3-8l-eng-1980-86-305-5-0l-eng-1976-87-piston--t14-53107
Price: 167.96 USD
Availability: BackOrder

Mahle OE GMC Pass & Trk 229 3.8L Eng 1980-86 305 5.0L Eng 1976-87 Piston Set (Set of 8)

$167.96

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Mahle OE cast piston set for 1976-1989 Chevrolet Camaro, 1977-1986 C10, and many other V8 engines. Includes rings, pin, and clips for easy installation.

Key Features

Fits 1976-1989 Chevrolet Camaro, 1977-1986 Chevrolet C10, 1977-1987 Chevrolet Caprice, and many other vehicles.
Set includes eight cast pistons, compensated ring grooves, and expansion-controlled designs.
Pistons come with pre-mounted piston rings, wrist pins, and clips for convenient installation.
OE quality construction ensures features like proper ring loading and oil control.
Designed to reduce engine noise, wear, and emissions through tight fitting clearances.

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Will this fit your vehicle?

Product Details

When you're rebuilding the engine in your classic GMC or Chevrolet truck, or a performance car like a Camaro, you want parts that are built to last and perform like the originals. This Mahle OE cast piston set comes with everything you need to get your engine back together: eight pistons, pre-mounted piston rings, wrist pins, and clips. Mahle is a major OE supplier, so you know these pistons are made to the same standards as what came in your vehicle from the factory.

These pistons feature expansion-controlled designs, which means they have tight clearances when cold. This helps reduce engine noise, wear, and emissions right from startup. The compensated ring grooves are also important for proper ring loading and effective oil control, keeping your engine running smoothly and efficiently. Because they come with the rings, pins, and clips already installed, it saves you time and hassle during the rebuild process.

This set is designed for a wide range of popular V8 engines, including the 5.0L (305ci) and 3.8L (229ci) found in many trucks and cars from the late 70s through the late 80s. If you're working on a Chevrolet C10, Camaro, or a similar vehicle from that era, this Mahle OE piston set is a solid option for a reliable engine rebuild.