Sealed H273CP 60 engine piston for the 1982-1992 Ford Mustang V8 5.0L and other vehicles turns combustion pressure into force on the connecting rod. This is a 0.060 in oversize set, made for a 4.060 in bore.
- Helps improve cylinder sealing for less blow-by
- Retains standard ring gaps in top groove
- DUROSHIELD skirt-coated piston
- Moly-graphite coating helps extend engine life
- Reduces friction to support fuel economy
- Helps guard against damage from inadequate lubrication on start-up
Quick facts
- Part: Sealed H273CP 60 engine piston
- Fits: 1982-1992 Ford Mustang V8 5.0L and other vehicles
- Material: Hypereutectic
- Condition: New
Worn pistons and rings can show up as blow-by, oil burning or low compression. Before you replace the pistons, rule out worn rings, a leaking head gasket and valve trouble, since each can also lower compression; a shop can run the tests.
Fits
The other vehicles it fits include the 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar V8 5.0L and the 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird V8 5.0L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 8
- Bore diameter: 4.060 in
- Oversize amount: 0.060 in
- Piston pin outside diameter: 0.912 in
- Compression height: 1.605 in
- Pin offset: 0.06 in (1.524 mm)
- Top and second compression ring thickness: 0.0781 in each
- Oil ring thickness: 0.1875 in
- Minimum clearance: 0.0015 in
Build and materials
- Type: cast piston set
- Piston head: flat
- Material: hypereutectic
- Coating: DUROSHIELD skirt coating, moly-graphite coating
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: India
In the box
The engine piston set for a V8 engine, which takes eight pistons. Assembly lubricant is not included.
Interchange: P1501(8)060 · 224-2108.060
TC2992060 · H3101060
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TC2992060, P1501(8)060, 224-2108.060, H3101060
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sealed H273CP 60 piston set right for a 1982-1992 Ford Mustang V8 5.0L?
Yes. Sealed H273CP 60 fits the 1982-1992 Ford Mustang V8 5.0L and the 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar V8 5.0L. For any other car, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
What bore size does this oversize piston set suit?
The Sealed H273CP 60 is a 0.060 in oversize set for a 4.060 in bore. Its piston pin outside diameter is 0.912 in.
Are these pistons hypereutectic, and what skirt coating do they have?
Yes. This cast piston set is hypereutectic, with a DUROSHIELD skirt coating and a moly-graphite coating to reduce friction.
Does this piston set come with assembly lubricant?
No. Assembly lubricant is not included. The set is for a V8, which takes eight pistons.
Does the Sealed H273CP 60 replace TC2992060?
Yes. TC2992060 is listed as an interchange number for this piston set, along with H3101060, P1501(8)060 and 224-2108.060.
