83-87mm Piston Ring Compressor

Make engine assembly faster and easier with this basic piston ring compressor, designed to work with piston diameters from 83mm to 87mm—perfect for most classic VW aircooled engines, including the popular 85.5mm pistons found in 1600cc Type 1 engines.

This reproduction-quality tool allows you to compress all the piston rings simultaneously, enabling you to slide the piston into the cylinder with minimal effort and without risking ring damage or misalignment. It’s an essential tool for engine rebuilds, from top-end refreshes to full restorations.

Whether you`re working on a Beetle, Bus, Ghia, or Type 3, this versatile compressor handles most stock and mild performance builds, including 83mm (1200cc), 85.5mm (1600cc), and 87mm (slightly oversized) pistons.

Key Features:

• Compresses rings on pistons from 83mm to 87mm diameter

• Makes piston installation quick and damage-free

• Suitable for stock and oversized aircooled VW pistons

• A must-have tool for engine rebuilds and top-end work

• Easy to use with a standard wrench or ratchet

Applications:

• VW Beetle: 1949–1979

• VW Splitscreen Van: 1950–1967

• VW Baywindow Van: 1968–1979

• VW Type 25 / T3: 1979–1992

• VW Karmann Ghia: 1955–1974

• VW Type 3: 1961–1973

• VW Trekker: 1968–1983

• VW Buggy & Baja: 1949–1979

Installation Tip:
Lightly oil the inside of the compressor and piston rings before use. Ensure rings are correctly aligned to avoid breakage during installation.