CTA Tools 4023 Piston Ring Compressor, 4" Depth, 53 to 175 mm Adjustable Range

CTA Tools 4023 Piston Ring Compressor, 4" Depth, 53 to 175 mm Adjustable Range

• The CTA Tools 4023 Piston Ring Compressor is designed to compress piston rings during engine assembly so the piston can be installed smoothly into the cylinder bore. Its 4" depth, adjustable 53 to 175 mm diameter range, spring steel construction, and double-band design make it suitable for a wide range of automotive engine rebuild and service applications on cars and light trucks.
• Features:
  • 4" / 100 mm depth accommodates a wide range of piston heights.
  • Adjustable diameter range from 53 to 175 mm.
  • Ratchet mechanism with square drive allows controlled tightening and adjustment.
  • Spring steel construction with double-band design applies even pressure around the piston rings.
  • Enlarged crimped edge helps prevent the compressor from entering the cylinder bore.
  • Designed for piston installation during automotive engine rebuilding and maintenance.
• Compatible Applications:
  • Cars
  • Light Trucks
  • Automotive Engine Rebuilding
  • Piston Installation
  • Applications Requiring a 53 to 175 mm Adjustable Ring Compressor
• Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: CTA Tools
  • Part Number: 4023
  • MPN: 4023
  • Product Type: Piston Ring Compressor
  • Application: Cars and Light Trucks
  • Depth: 4" / 100 mm
  • Adjustment Range: 53 to 175 mm
  • Construction: Spring Steel
  • Band Design: Double Band
  • Adjustment Mechanism: Ratchet with Square Drive
  • Application: Piston Ring Compression and Piston Installation
• This item is also often referred to as a piston ring compressor tool, engine piston installation tool, adjustable ring compressor, automotive engine rebuild tool, 4" piston compressor, and CTA Tools piston ring compressor.

CTA Tools manufactures automotive specialty tools, sockets, pullers, installers, engine service tools, and application-specific repair equipment for professional technicians and service facilities.

Q: What piston size range does the CTA Tools 4023 support?
A: The compressor adjusts from 53 to 175 mm in diameter.

Q: How deep is the CTA Tools 4023?
A: The compressor has a 4" / 100 mm depth.

Q: What vehicles is this piston ring compressor intended for?
A: It is designed for compatible cars and light trucks.

Q: How should the compressor be used during piston installation?
A: Lubricate the piston and cylinder, position the compressor around the piston, tighten it until the rings are fully compressed, then guide the piston into the cylinder and gently tap it into place using a hammer handle or wooden block.