Mahle, Arias, Woessner or JE pistons best?
 

Hi all,

I am about to order pistons for my 951 2.8 ltr. stroker engine.
I already have lighter rods but need pistons that have a relocated pin placing.

Tough part is to choose between the different producers of pistons.
I don't know if Mahle (OEM supplier) is the best option or if the JE, Arias and Woessner are just as good (and light) only cheaper.

Anyone here having any experiencesmwith the said manufacturers? I heard from one that the Woessners could be a little bit "rattling" but it is only hearsay and not something I know for is true.

The engine is by the way to be used for street and track days but will not be loaded up on boost or RPM all the time as I like my things to last :-)

Cheers

Niels

PS: If anybody have a surplus of such pistons then I will be interested! Most people do a 3.0 ltr. these days so there might be some stranded projects out there :-)

While Mahle's are the best for durability/longevity, they don't offer choices or options so that will not work if you need a custom configuration.

I would use either Omega, CP, or Woessner. Remember, they ALL use the same 2618 material: the differences are in the design and thats huge.

Dear Steve,

thanks for info - in what way are the Mahles better for longevity? Are they heavier and thus stronger or ?? :-)

Cheers

Niels