Sealed 246CP 30 piston set for the 1965-1966 Ford F-250 V8 5.8L and other vehicles transfers combustion force to the connecting rod. It is cast for the performance and dependability of original equipment pistons.
- Cast from FM413 Eutectic proprietary alloy
- Cast aluminum pistons with a recessed head
- Blended skirt coat designed to reduce engine wear, fatigue and piston slap
- Blended skirt coat aimed at increased horsepower and fuel efficiency
Quick facts
- Part: Sealed 246CP 30 piston set
- Also called: engine piston set
- Fits: 1965-1966 Ford F-250 V8 5.8L and other vehicles
- Material: cast aluminum
- Condition: New
Worn pistons can show up as oil burning, blow-by or a knock from piston slap. Worn rings, scored cylinder walls or tired valve seals can be behind those same signs too, so find the cause before buying pistons. A V8 has one piston per cylinder, and the 1965-1966 Ford F-250 V8 5.8L takes eight, so this engine piston set is listed for that engine.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Ford, Edsel and Mercury models, led by the 1965-1966 Ford F-100 V8 5.8L and the 1965-1966 Ford F-350 V8 5.8L. If your car is not named here, look it up by year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 8
- Bore diameter: 4.0000 in
- Oversized: Yes, 0.030 in
- Piston pin outside diameter: 0.9751 in
- Compression height: 1.816 in
- Top compression ring thickness: 0.078125 in
- Second compression ring thickness: 0.09375 in
Build and materials
- Type: cast piston set
- Piston head: recessed
- Material: cast aluminum
- Grade type: Premium
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: India
In the box
The piston set. Assembly lubricant is not included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sealed 246CP 30 the right piston set for a 1965-1966 Ford F-100 V8 5.8L?
Yes, Sealed 246CP 30 is listed for the 1965-1966 Ford F-100 V8 5.8L, which takes eight pistons. Other cars are in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this piston set come with assembly lubricant?
No. Assembly lubricant is not included with this piston set, so plan on getting it separately.
What bore diameter and oversize does the 246CP 30 piston set have?
Sealed 246CP 30 has a 4.0000 in bore diameter and is oversized by 0.030 in. Compression height is 1.816 in.
What signs can point to worn pistons?
Oil burning, blow-by and a knock from piston slap can all be signs of worn pistons. A shop can measure piston and bore wear against spec to confirm.
What is the blended skirt coat on this piston set for?
The blended skirt coat is designed to cut engine wear, fatigue and piston slap. The pistons are cast aluminum in FM413 Eutectic proprietary alloy.
