What steps must be taken before removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies on Chevrolet Corvette?

The piston and connecting rod assemblies can be removed only if the cylinder head and the oil pan are first detached. Palpate with your fingernail for any ridges at the upper limit of ring travel and be sure to use a ridge reamer to pare them down because, if not, your piston will surely break. Number each piston and draw an arrow toward the front of the engine, do not stamp or center punch. When the cylinder ridges have been milled off, turn the engine on its side so that the crankshaft is in the upward position and check the end-float of the connecting rod with feeler blanks as follows: Locate the connecting rods as well as the caps without any difficulties; reverse the cap bolts gradually to a thread-locking stage where the cap bolts can be easily unscrewed. Upon withdrawal of the connecting rod, unbolt the cap and the bearing insert gently and then release the connecting rod and piston together through the top of the engine but with assurance that all the ridge material has been eradiated. Do the same with the other cylinders and use the caps and inserts to save from being damaged. The pistons and connecting rods thus are suitable for inspection and reconditioning. These should be measured before one can proceed to put new piston rings on, the piston ring side clearance should also be properly done. Arrange the piston/connecting rod assemblies and purchase new rings on the basis of match for installation. Place the top ring, as it aligns with cylinder walls, install the first cylinder and check the end clearance with the feeler gauge. In the event the end gaps are too large, then filing of the ring ends should be done so as to optimize the gaps. First of the three rings to be fitted are the oil control rings with the contracted side fitting against the block. Cylinder wall should be clean and the edges should be chamfered before installation of the cylinder and crankshaft should be fitted. Take out all the old bearing inserts from the connecting rod and cap and install the new bearings without engaging in the process of lubrication, to ensure that new bearing insert fits properly. Align the piston ring gaps in 90-degree intervals, apply a coat of oil on the piston and the rings and use the piston ring compressor in placing the rings. Place the piston/connecting rod assembly into the cylinder with an eye on the presence of some level of resistance. After installation, confirm that the connecting rod bearing oil clearance has been done properly using Plastigage by ascertaining the sizes as well as condition of bearing inserts. Scrape off any Plastigage material, coat the bearing faces with a thin layer of grease or assembly lube, replace the rod cap with new fasteners and torque to the proper figure. The steps are to be repeated for rest of the assemblies making sure they are also clean and aligned correctly. Last of all, turn the crankshaft and check binding and the end float of the connecting rod and adjust it if any new parts put in.

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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (Std RH)
Part Number: 12656874
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2014-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD COUPE, Stingray Convertible, STINGRAY CONVERTIBLE, Stingray Coupe, STINGRAY COUPE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion .5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 19209708
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR SPECIAL, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 7.0L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit,Engine
Part Number: 19178305
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
- Replaces: 89017478
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston, (W/Pinion)
Part Number: 19207287
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
- Replaces: 19168089
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (Right Hnd .5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 12658744
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2014-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD COUPE, Stingray Convertible, STINGRAY CONVERTIBLE, Stingray Coupe, STINGRAY COUPE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (Left Hand .5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 12658743
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
- Position: Driver Side
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- 2014-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD CONVERTIBLE, LT2 AWD COUPE, Stingray Convertible, STINGRAY CONVERTIBLE, Stingray Coupe, STINGRAY COUPE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (.5Mm O/S, Lt4 Lh)
Part Number: 12690483
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- Other Name: Piston
- Replaces: 12661870, 12674091
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- 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR PLAINBACK | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette PISTON ASM,(W/PIN)
Part Number: 19434034
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- Replaces: 10159436
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- 1987-1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Assembly,(W/ Pinion, Std)
Part Number: 19303744
$246.99 MSRP: $393.94
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR SPECIAL, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 7.0L
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Chevrolet Corvette PISTON KIT, (STD - LH)
Part Number: 19431933
$201.31 MSRP: $321.08
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- Other Name: Piston
- Replaces: 12669436, 12661868, 12674093
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- 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR PLAINBACK | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette PISTON KIT (.5MM O/S LT4 RH)
Part Number: 12690484
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- Other Name: Piston
- Replaces: 12674092
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- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR PLAINBACK | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette PISTON KIT, (STD - RH)
Part Number: 19431932
$201.31 MSRP: $321.08
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- Other Name: Piston
- Replaces: 12669437, 12674094, 12661867
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- 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR PLAINBACK | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston, (W/Pinion)
Part Number: 19207288
$192.01 MSRP: $306.23
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (.5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 19178568
$133.44 MSRP: $212.82
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston, (W/Pinion)
Part Number: 89017581
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE, NOTCHBACK | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)(.030 Oversize)
Part Number: 12528830
$20.33 MSRP: $184.08
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)
Part Number: 19207289
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR SPECIAL | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Kit (RH .5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 12661869
$505.55 MSRP: $802.64
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston
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- 2015 Chevrolet Corvette | Z06 2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE, Z06 2 DOOR PLAINBACK | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Corvette PISTON KIT,ENG
Part Number: 12725752
$190.25 MSRP: $303.41
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- Other Name: Piston
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- 2023-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | LT6 CONVERTIBLE, LT6 COUPE | 8 Cyl 5.5L
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Chevrolet Corvette Piston, (W/Pinion)
Part Number: 88984245
$116.53 MSRP: $184.17
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
- Replaces: 88894011, 12456108, 88894273
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 1997-2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2 DOOR, CONVERTIBLE, NOTCHBACK | 8 Cyl 5.7L

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Chevrolet Corvette Piston

The Piston used in Chevrolet Corvette automobiles is an essential item that helps transform power developed by combustion into energy that propels the car. Being one of the key parts of an engine, the Chevrolet Corvette Piston is in charge of transferring force from expanding gases to the crankshaft and thus providing proper engine performance. Usually made from aluminum alloys for reinforcement and light-weight features, some race variants may come in forged or billet construction. Many styles of pistons have been used in Chevrolet Corvette models in years trunk pistons for petrol and diesel engines supporting the side force and have the oil rings. Furthermore, racing pistons are optimized to be thinner thereby increasing balance and efficiency at high RPM. These pistons have been well designed to keep Chevrolet Corvette as capable and long lasting as it is capable throughout different driving conditions.

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Chevrolet Corvette Piston Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Piston Kit,Engine
19178305
Q: What steps must be taken before removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies on Chevrolet Corvette?
A:
The piston and connecting rod assemblies can be removed only if the cylinder head and the oil pan are first detached. Palpate with your fingernail for any ridges at the upper limit of ring travel and be sure to use a ridge reamer to pare them down because, if not, your piston will surely break. Number each piston and draw an arrow toward the front of the engine, do not stamp or center punch. When the cylinder ridges have been milled off, turn the engine on its side so that the Crankshaft is in the upward position and check the end-float of the connecting rod with feeler blanks as follows: Locate the connecting rods as well as the caps without any difficulties; reverse the cap bolts gradually to a thread-locking stage where the cap bolts can be easily unscrewed. Upon withdrawal of the connecting rod, unbolt the cap and the bearing insert gently and then release the connecting rod and piston together through the top of the engine but with assurance that all the ridge material has been eradiated. Do the same with the other cylinders and use the caps and inserts to save from being damaged. The pistons and connecting rods thus are suitable for inspection and reconditioning. These should be measured before one can proceed to put new piston rings on, the piston ring side clearance should also be properly done. Arrange the piston/connecting rod assemblies and purchase new rings on the basis of match for installation. Place the top ring, as it aligns with cylinder walls, install the first cylinder and check the end clearance with the feeler gauge. In the event the end gaps are too large, then filing of the ring ends should be done so as to optimize the gaps. First of the three rings to be fitted are the oil control rings with the contracted side fitting against the block. Cylinder wall should be clean and the edges should be chamfered before installation of the cylinder and crankshaft should be fitted. Take out all the old bearing inserts from the connecting rod and cap and install the new bearings without engaging in the process of lubrication, to ensure that new bearing insert fits properly. Align the piston ring gaps in 90-degree intervals, apply a coat of oil on the piston and the rings and use the piston ring compressor in placing the rings. Place the piston/connecting rod assembly into the cylinder with an eye on the presence of some level of resistance. After installation, confirm that the connecting rod bearing oil clearance has been done properly using Plastigage by ascertaining the sizes as well as condition of bearing inserts. Scrape off any Plastigage material, coat the bearing faces with a thin layer of grease or assembly lube, replace the rod cap with new fasteners and torque to the proper figure. The steps are to be repeated for rest of the assemblies making sure they are also clean and aligned correctly. Last of all, turn the crankshaft and check binding and the end float of the connecting rod and adjust it if any new parts put in.