Pistons & Rings

Understanding Tribology

The tribologists at Total Seal use a tool called the Stribeck curve to engineer low friction piston…

Your Oil’s Best Friend – The Piston Ring

Have you ever wondered why automatic transmission fluid is “fill-for-life” and motor still…

Understanding the Rod Length and Pin Height Connection

The relationship between connecting rod length, piston compression height and compression ratio…
race pistons

Are Your Pistons Round?

October 20, 2017
A piston’s operating environment strongly influences its overall shape and that form becomes…

Profiling JE Pistons for Maximum Performance

December 2, 2016
There's a lot that goes into piston design and one of the most important aspects is the skirt design.…