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JE Pistons Volkswagen 1.8L KR/PL 16V Piston Kit - 81.00 mm Bore - 1.291 in. CH, 9.30 CC Set of 4
$899.99

JE Pistons Volkswagen 1.8L KR/PL 16V Piston Kit

If you're looking to boost your Volkswagen's performance, the JE Pistons Volkswagen 1.8L KR/PL 16V Piston Kit is an exceptional choice. Crafted with precision and care, this piston kit is designed specifically for the 1.8L KR/PL engine, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance. With over 75 years of experience in the industry, JE Pistons stands as a leader in forged racing pistons, making them a trusted choice for enthusiasts and racers alike.

Key Features

  • Premium Forged Construction: Made in the USA from high-quality 2618 aluminum, these pistons provide the high tensile strength necessary for demanding performance applications.
  • Engine-Specific Design: Each piston is engineered for its specific engine and application, ensuring durability and performance tailored to your needs.
  • Proprietary Forged Side Relief (FSR): This unique design minimizes friction and power loss, featuring a reduced skirt width and a lighter wrist pin for improved efficiency.
  • Skirt Coating: Depending on the application, the skirt coating helps reduce friction and wear, while also cutting down on operating noise.
  • Accumulator Groove: This feature reduces pressure from combustion gases, which helps to minimize ring fluttering and enhances ring seal for consistent power delivery.
  • Complete Kit: The kit includes high-quality wrist pins, locks, and JE Pro Seal premium piston rings, giving you everything you need for installation.

Specifications

  • Piston Series: JE Pistons
  • Cylinder Head: KR/PL
  • Bore Diameter: 81.00 mm
  • Piston Head Type: Dome
  • Compression Height: 1.291 inches
  • Piston Volume: 9.30 cc
  • Piston Material: 2618 aluminum
  • Piston Quantity: Set of 4
  • Forging Type: FSR
  • Piston Average Weight: 307 grams
  • Ring Set Included: Yes
  • Top Compression Ring Thickness: 0.0400 inches
  • Second Compression Ring Thickness: 0.0480 inches
  • Oil Ring Thickness: 0.111 inches
  • Wrist Pin Outer Diameter: 0.787 inches
  • Wrist Pin Length: 2.250 inches
  • Wrist Pin Wall Thickness: 0.180 inches

Why Choose JE Pistons?

When you choose JE Pistons, you're not just getting a product; you're investing in a legacy of performance and reliability. These pistons have been proven on tracks and streets alike, delivering results that keep drivers coming back for more. Whether you're hitting the drift track or the drag strip, you can count on JE Pistons to help you achieve your performance goals.

Customer Feedback

Customers rave about the quality and performance of the JE Pistons 302355 kit. Many have noted significant improvements in engine responsiveness and power delivery, making it a favorite among Volkswagen enthusiasts. With a solid reputation for durability and precision, it's no wonder this piston kit is a top choice for those looking to enhance their engine's capabilities.

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Who is JE Pistons?

JE Pistons is an aftermarket company that specializes in manufacturing high performance forged pistons for various automobiles. They have been in the automotive industry for more than 70 years and has consistently provided quality parts for their customers. Today, they are the go-to brand of many professional race teams, engine builders, and enthusiasts who prefer that have the need for speed.

Choice of Champions

JE Pistons is actively participating in motorsport racing. Engine builders from different racing disciplines have used their products. Some of these races include NASCAR Racing, NHRA, ALMS, AMA, and Supercross. This experience has allowed them to gather vital data that helps them create products that are superior compared to others.

Advanced Manufacturing Facility

It has maintained its status as the leading company in its field due to its continued research and development to find unique materials and develop new piston designs with advanced technology. They use state-of-the-art equipment such as CNC machines to produce precision cuts and allows them to achieve parts with very tight tolerances. JE Pistons also uses a Finite Element Analysis and a digital three-dimensional piston crown machining process that allows them to create products that are in the league of its own.

Purchase JE Pistons at Vivid Racing

If you are in search of quality pistons that would provide you with total performance, then JE Pistons is the right brand for you. Designed for enthusiasts who want to have the best, you can be sure that JE Pistons is a brand that you could trust. To know more about JE Pistons, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that would fit your specific needs.

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