This kit basically contains all the rubber seals and O – rings that go around your pistons. Think of them as creating a tight barrier between the piston itself and the cylinder wall, and also sealing where the connecting rod attaches to the piston. It’s a bunch of small rubber rings, gaskets, and sometimes a little bit of sealant. It keeps oil where it needs to be and combustion gasses contained inside the cylinder. These seals are absolutely critical to how your engine makes power. They're part of what ensures proper compression. When the piston goes up and down, those seals prevent the pressurized air and fuel mixture from leaking past the piston into the crankcase. That’s what drives the engine. They also stop oil from getting into the combustion chamber where it would burn and cause smoke. If these seals get old, brittle, or cracked, you’ll start losing compression. You’ll notice if performance drops off, maybe you get a little less power, or the engine just doesn't run as smoothly. You might also see some oil consumption going up, or even blue smoke coming from the exhaust. It's one of those things that, when it fails, it doesn’t usually cause a catastrophic breakdown immediately, but it will definitely lead to bigger problems if you don’t address it. Replacing them during an engine rebuild or when you're addressing some top – end work is always a good idea. You can find these kits pretty easily; Fixparts Online has a good selection, if you’re looking for a source. These seals act like a shield, protecting vital engine components, and keeping everything running efficiently. Quality you can count on: Sealing Kit (MPN VOE270950) comes with a 12-month warranty!

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