In many instances, MAHLE is asked to supply the pistons for an OE manufacturer's high output, premium engines. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. They are always dead-on sizing wise, and weight matched perfectly. 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Look at the Wiseco Pro Tru street pistons. The pistons have cast-in steel strips and are slotted at the transition from ring belt to skirt section. Modern engines place greater requirements on cylinder components than ever before: at higher operating temperatures and pressures, emissions must be reduced. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Each kit is complete with a set of high performance rings, containing either a low drag 1.0mm, 1.0mm, 2.0mm set, a 1.5mm, 1.5mm, 3.0mm set, or a 1/16", 1/16, 3/16 high performance ring pack standard with big block kits. The addition of Anodizing to the ring groove greatly reduces micro-welding that can occur under detonation conditions, and the Anodized piston crown helps to focus the heat in the piston crown and improve combustion efficiency. These parts may not be exchanged for others under any circumstances. Fits GM LS 4.8L - 5.3L, Bore 3.820, Stroke 3.622, Rod Length 6.125, 425 grams, Dome 5cc, Set of 8 Pistons. Running 516 ci with 22lbs boost @ 7300RPM.We ran these because we couldn't get the "good ones" in time & the "professionals" told us we would be luck if they see the meeting through.There still surprising us.I suppose its just a matter of time, but wouldn't we expect the same from the 2618's, Vintage/Classic/Historical Engine Tech, 3V Performance Engine & Valve train Development, Race Cars & Parts - For Sale or Wanted, http://www.us.mahle.com/C1256F7900537A4 cat03c.pdf. by Drew Fri Mar 21, 2008 5:24 pm, Post Piston systems for passenger cars. The LCAT is the most feature rich Off the Shelf piston available on the market today. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. No matter what your high-performance application calls for, there is an ICON piston for you. Their range of applications extends from model engines to large power units. At the same time, downsizing concepts have increased mean and peak pressures, while high-speed concepts impose greater inertia forces. Mahle makes good pistons. All Rights Reserved. They have cast-in steel strips but are not slotted. Icon Premium Pistons IC548C-040 Fits GM LS Dome 5cc 3.820 Bore Fits GM LS 4.8L - 5.3L, Bore 3.820, Stroke 3.622, Rod Length 6.125, 425 grams, Dome 5cc, Set of 8 Pistons $518.95 Buy in monthly payments with Affirm on orders over $50. Jeff Smith, a 35-year veteran of automotive journalism, comes to Power Automedia after serving as the senior technical editor at Car Craft magazine. MAHLE provides years of experience and innovative solutions and continuously adjusts the existing product range to tomorrow's requirements. We will safeguard your e-mail and only send content you request. Jul 4, 2011 #5 NYH1 Veteran Member. That is the best, toughest racing piston material you can buy. The Chrysler 2.5L Turbo, Chevrolet 5.7L LT5 (ZRI Corvette), Chevrolet 5.7L LT1 and Chevrolet 4.3L 200HP truck engines all have our pistons. Jul 4, 2011 #9 C. Cardinal Veteran Member. Looking to step your engine program up to the next level? 2021 CNC-Motorsports. Mahle Pistons CNC-Motorsports offers the best selection of forged racing pistons by Mahle. Plus, the new valve pockets will also accept up to a 2.00-inch intake and 1.60-inch exhaust valve diameters. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. Then the ICON Elite series of pistons has exactly what you are looking for. 2021 CNC-Motorsports. Because of this, pistons made from 2618 require more piston to cylinder wall clearance than their 4032 counterparts. The piston rings have been mounted with the greatest of care. There was a lot more difference between the two when I built a 383 stroker. Valve recess depth. Each ICON piston is purpose built from the ground up for extreme high-performance street or racing applications. So if your looking for something in a 10 to 1 range for pump gas, its Mahle, SRP, Wiseco Pro Tru, or Icon. The manufacturing facilities of the joint venture will be located in India Pistons Ltd.'s plant near Chennai, India. Because of the high temperatures at the piston top and the ring belt, intensive cooling is provided with oil circulating through the cooling channel. 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The 4032 is a lower grade aluminum that has a higher silicon content, so they expand less. by Drew Thu Mar 20, 2008 12:10 pm, Post That's not the only difference. There are several benefits to this effort. Conjunto de Anillos de Pistn 4CYL Mahle 010 20 N0-4. As a result of a special casting technology these pistons offer low weight and high structural rigidity. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. They are already being used today in sporty series vehicles with over 130 kW/L. No matter what your high-performance application calls for, there is an ICON piston for you. Pistons with cooled ring carriers For these pistons, ring carriers and cooling channels are combined into one system in a special production process. This thread is only about comparing Mahle, Wiseco, and Ross pistons (mostly shelf stocked) for the 1g 6 bolt motor. In addition, we apply our UltraTherm CM heat reflective thermal barrier to the piston crown. Among the shiny objects that emerge from a new box of high-performance pistons, you are also presented with a spec sheet detailing the pistons critical dimensions and, among . by AA Performance Fri Mar 21, 2008 10:24 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, General engine tech -- Drag Racing to Circle Track, Which piston would be a better choice for a flattop 11.1 383, Mahle or SRP? Been using Mahle in most of my builds. Each ICON piston is purpose built from the ground up for extreme high-performance street or racing applications. Icon Premium Pistons IC548C-040 Fits GM LS Dome 5cc 3.820 Bore, Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. An Iowa native, Smith served a variety of roles at Car Craft before moving to the senior editor role at Hot Rod and Chevy High Performance, and ultimately returning to Car Craft. Our selection of Mahle pistons will cover nearly every engine build from 350 horsepower pump gas street engines to all out 1000 plus horsepower race engine applications. On assembly it must be ensured that the components are lubricated sufficiently. The pistons are made of cast, high temperature-resistant aluminum-silicon alloys. ICON Premium pistons are designed to be application specific and are made from either 4032 or 2618 aluminum. Furthermore, the pistons are intended to increase engine efficiency, for example through reduced weight and friction. Skip to Content. The PowerPak pistons are made from either 4032 aluminum alloy to allow for tighter cylinder to wall clearances and improved temperature stability, or 2618 alloy to allow for incre Cummins takes mahle pistons and claps the big Cummins on them and marks them up. This new Mahle forging also includes deeper valve pockets to allow running a more aggressive cam package that increases both lift and duration. Thats all they do. You get a fully detailed piston, coated, along with rings. Tom Terrific or Terrible Tom, depending on the phase of the moon, passing cosmic rays or other factors not fully understood except by my wife. The MAHLE Motorsport PowerPak kit is our high volume shelf stock program developed for high performance enthusiasts and sportsman class racers. Many of the FHR dome pistons feature a solid dome, which gives engine builders the flexibility to machine the dome to their desired compression ratio. Prior to assembly, the con rods have been checked to see that their bores are on parallel axes (to ensure that there has been no bending or twisting), and if necessary, they have been replaced. MAHLE pistons are reliable. However, some of the pistons and pins are color coded. The piston pins are packed in a way that protects them from corrosion and they are enclosed with the piston, as are the pin locking devices (if required). If you're thinking about some spray, I tend to lean a little towards the Icon due to the 2618 alloy and they put the ring pack farther down the piston, and shorter, thicker pin. by racecar100 Fri Mar 21, 2008 1:42 pm, Post The Chrysler 2.5L Turbo, Chevrolet 5.7L LT5 (ZRI Corvette), Chevrolet 5.7L LT1 and Chevrolet 4.3L 200HP truck engines all have our pistons. Pistons have to put up with extreme pressures, as their working conditions have become significantly tougher in recent years. As a result, they form a uniform body with extreme strength. While the 6.0L versions are what everybody wants, these engines are not always easy to find or afford. The others in a 10 to or flat top are 3042. As an added bonus, the Napier second ring promises enhanced oil control. Image is a representation of this item. 1/16 1/16 3/16 Ring Stack (unless noted), Lateral gas ports on high compression designs, Spacer rings provided for shorter compression height pistons, Line2Line Adaptive Skirt Technology Coating, Anodized Top Ring Groove and Piston Crown, UltraTherm CM Thermal Barrier Crown Coating. I was looking at the Mahle powerpak pistons. Standard bore Icon weighs 648 without pin according to their catalog at 4.250 bore Standard bore SRP weighs 622 without pin according to their catalog at 4.280 bore That's an ounce of difference between the two if it matters to you. This abradable skirt coating allows the engine builder to install the piston with virtually zero piston to wall clearance. Products ( 1 - 10 of 1771) Sort By If your build calls for a max effort piston, that can handle anything your engine can dish out, look no further than the ICON LCAT Series. For this reason, MAHLE is now starting large-scale . . Of all those, the Mahle is my first choice. For additional protection and to avoid cavity edge or crown fissures, these pistons have a special hard anodized layer (HA layer) on the crown. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Categories; About Us; Select a Vehicle Close. Injection pressures of up to 2,200 bar, mean pressures of up to 31 bar, peak pressures of up to 210 bar, specific power output of up to 100 kW per liter, and ever lower exhaust gas emissions these are the current requirements for modern passenger car diesel engines. Very pleased with them. Due to their high strength and lower wear values, these pistons make it possible to comply with low exhaust and emission standards, especially for diesel engines under heavy loads. That is the best, toughest racing piston material you can buy. The PowerPak pistons are made from either 4032 aluminum alloy to allow for tighter cylinder to wall clearances and improved temperature stability, or 2618 alloy to allow for increased detonation resistance. Build your own custom newsletter with the content you love from EngineLabs, directly to your inbox, absolutely FREE! As a result, they form a uniform body with extreme strength. Below is a list of links where you can download a PDF version of our catalog. Motores y piezas. Icon Pistons CNC-Motorsports offers the best selection of forged Icon Pistons. Widely recognized as the technology leader among race teams in nearly every top race series in North America and abroad, winning races and championships around the world. The Mahle's are a more modern FSR design, and I prefer them to the SRP where the application will allow it. I think my second choice would be the Wiseco Pro Tru, but they stopped selling them with rings, so there's a little more cost there. Learn more Piston Options IC548CKTS Ring Set + $107.00 Add to Cart Add to Wish List Ask a Question Prop 65 Warning We'll send you raw engine tech articles, news, features, and videos every week from EngineLabs. The CP-20 design simplifies installation, eliminating wire latches and nylon blocks, while the low deflection rate assures easy installation. Please Login To Continue to add wish list! Combine all these enhancements with Mahles famous phosphate and Grafal skirt coating and you have a perfect fit to pump the compression on a 5.3L Gen V to 10:1 with drop-in simplicity. The cast pistons took about 7 wacks and bent a little bit and cracked and held together pretty well before succumbing to the hammer. Specifically, the 81mm race piston for the old 2L Carrera/S is slightly, about 6%, heavier than the 40 year old Mahle design! Guess this is where the "Low resistance" comes into play. JavaScript is disabled. On the crown of every LCAT piston, you will notice the familiar top land and crown Anodizing from the Elite series of pistons. And depending on discounts, Andial were doing the Mahles for 1200 the set, which is not much more than the JE's tend to make. Thanks. Going to buy pistons and cant decide between icon or srp? Having said that , don't underestimate the SRP 4032 piston as we ran them in a blown ,injected alcohol circuit boat for a season & their still doing fine. For the same alloy, they have a finer microstructure than cast pistons. by 540 RAT Fri Mar 21, 2008 10:54 am, Post by bobqzzi Fri Mar 21, 2008 11:54 am, Post Forged solid skirt This type of piston can mainly be found in high performance series production and racing engines. but I would say that some are a little different. MAHLE has recently released a new forged piston for the Gen-IV 5.3L engines that is a drop-in replacement that offers numerous advantages. It is difficult to generalise. The down side to CP Bullet is that they are only available in higher compression and flat top. We promise not to use your email address for anything but exclusive updates from the Power Automedia Network. First, this is a forged aluminum 2618 alloy piston but it retains the stock 0.943-inch wrist pin so it can be put into place on stock rods without requiring rebalancing of the rotating assembly hence the drop-in piston name. Some people run the 4032's hard without issue, but they don't have the margin of safety that the 2618's have. Standard bore Icon weighs 648 without pin according to their catalog at 4.250 bore. MAHLE pistons are OE quality and have many premium OE features. MAHLE Motorsport PowerPak piston kits offer superior reliability and performance, letting you take your LS build to the next level. Its a decision that is not only driven by cost. They are available now in three levels of higher performance and are offered as pistons with pin sets or piston, pin and ring kits. 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