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JE Pistons 279954 Forged Piston Set Alloy Bore - 2618 3.209 6-Cylinder

(2002-2004 Volkswagen Jetta; 2002-2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI/GTI VR6)

Part of: JE Pistons Forged Piston Set Bore Alloy

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Part Number

279954
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$1,324.99

Estimated ship date Wednesday, November 11

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Product Details

JE Pistons 279954 is a professional-grade forged piston set engineered from 2618 aluminum alloy for extreme performance applications including forced induction, nitrous oxide systems, and high-compression racing engines. This 6-piston set features a 3.209-inch bore diameter, flat top design, 1.684-inch compression distance, and 0.787-inch pin diameter.

Key Features:

  • Application-specific forgings with optimized, uniform crown thickness for superior strength and heat dissipation
  • 2618 aluminum alloy construction provides exceptional tensile strength for extreme boost and nitrous applications
  • Contact reduction groove minimizes frictional drag and improves ring seal
  • Accumulator groove increases top ring stability and sealing performance under high cylinder pressure
  • CNC-machined side relief with lower support band adds skirt strength and reduces weight
  • Honed pin bores ensure precise piston pin fit and longevity
  • Double pressure-fed pin oilers provide enhanced lubrication
  • Wire locks included for secure pin retention
  • JE ProSeal piston rings included with matched set

Sold as a precision-matched 6-piston set to ensure uniform compression and balanced engine performance. Ideal for professional racing, extreme street performance, and custom high-performance engine builds.

Products specifications

Fits

2002-2004 Volkswagen Jetta; 2002-2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI/GTI VR6

Bore

81.5mm

C/D

1.686mm

Comp Ratio

8.5:1

Dome CC

-20.2

Head CC

39

Oversized

0.5mm

Rod

164mm

Skirt Type

Full Round

Stroke

3.555mm

Forging Type

Round

Piston Pin Material

5115

Piston Head Type

Flat

Piston Pin Length

2.250

Piston Pin Wall Thickness

0.180

Piston Volume

-20.2

Make

VOLKSWAGEN

Out of Stock Message

Call for Availability

Ringset Included

Yes

Category Hierarchy

Pistons>Piston Kits

Industry

Automotive

Add-On

787-2250-18-51C

Engine

2.8L VR6 24V

Piston Pin Outside Diameter

0.787

Product Market

Sport Compact

Piston Material

2618

Top Compression Ring Thickness

0.04

Oil Ring Thickness

0.111

Add-On

JG1001-3209

Piston Avg Wt

330

Bore Diameter

81.50

Second Compression Ring Thickness

0.048

Compression Height

1.684

Add-On

787-050-MW

Cylinder Head

24V VR6

Piston Quantity

6

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