Description
Melling high-performance cylinder liners (sleeves) deliver an efficient, dependable, and precision-engineered solution for engine blocks requiring cylinder wall repair, bore resizing, or reinforced wall integrity in high-output rebuilds. Manufactured in the USA to the highest material and production standards, these sleeves provide long operating life with minimal bore distortion under heavy thermal and mechanical loads. Centrifugally cast from high-strength iron alloy with exceptional wear resistance, Melling liners machine cleanly while offering tensile strength and toughness comparable to ductile iron. Precision-machined on modern CNC equipment to tight tolerances with centerless outside diameter (OD) grinding, they guarantee roundness and seamless press-fit heat transfer across cast iron and aluminum engine blocks. Compatible with all modern piston ring face materials, Melling cylinder sleeves are the trusted choice for demanding race programs, heavy-duty commercial applications, and precision engine machining.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Melling Engine Parts / Melling Cylinder Sleeves |
| Product Line | Melling High Performance Cylinder Liners / Sleeves |
| Product Type | Cylinder Sleeve / Cylinder Liner |
| Material Construction | Centrifugally Cast High-Strength Iron Alloy |
| Material Hardness | Brinell Hardness Rating of 241–293 |
| Machining Tolerances | Precision CNC-Machined to Within 0.0005" |
| OD Finishing Process | Centerless OD Grinding for Exact Concentricity and Press Fit |
| Piston Ring Compatibility | Compatible with All Piston Ring Face Materials (Cast Iron, Moly, Chrome, Plasma, PVD) |
| Application Type | Universal Performance & Heavy-Duty Engine Rebuilding |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Package Quantity | Sold Individually |
Features & Technical Highlights:
- Centrifugally Cast Iron Alloy: Features a dense, uniform grain structure with a Brinell hardness of 241–293, providing exceptional resistance to bore wear, scuffing, and fatigue.
- Minimal Bore Distortion: Engineered to hold roundness and dimensional stability under extreme combustion temperatures and cylinder pressures, promoting superior ring seal.
- Centerless OD Grinding: Outside diameter is precision ground for roundness, ensuring uniform block contact and thermal heat dissipation into the cooling jacket.
- Easy Machinability: Formulated to machine, bore, and hone easily while delivering physical durability comparable to ductile iron.
- Broad Piston Ring Compatibility: Cross-hatch honing friendly and compatible with cast iron, ductile iron, moly-faced, and steel performance piston rings.
- Essential Rebuild Solution: Provides an economical way to salvage cracked, scored, or over-bored cylinder walls without scrapping the engine block.
- Made in the USA: Manufactured domestically under strict quality control standards to deliver dependable reliability.
Details
Shipping Information
- H5.00"
