Caterpillar C13 In-Frame Rebuild Kit – 15.8:1 Steel Piston 3889356 | IPD KIF9356/22

Rebuild your Caterpillar C13 diesel engine with the IPD KIF9356/22 In-Frame Rebuild Kit, featuring six 3889356SP steel pistons corresponding to Caterpillar OEM reference 388-9356.

Designed for Caterpillar C13 engine rebuilding applications requiring the specified piston configuration, this kit includes essential overhaul components such as pistons, cylinder liners, piston rings, bearings, gaskets, and seals.

Caterpillar C13 Compression Ratio – 15.8:1 vs. 16.0:1

One common question when selecting a Caterpillar C13 rebuild kit is whether the 3889356 piston is a 16:1 compression piston.

Caterpillar identifies OEM piston 388-9356 with a nominal 15.8:1 compression ratio, which is close to 16:1 but is not an exact 16.0:1 specification.

This distinction matters when selecting replacement pistons for an engine rebuild, performance application, or modified engine configuration.

If your engine requires exactly 16.0:1 compression, confirm the appropriate piston specifications before purchasing.

Product Specifications

Inframe Rebuild Kit Components

The IPD KIF9356/22 includes six steel pistons, six cylinder liners, piston rings, piston pins, piston pin retainers, standard main bearings, connecting rod bearings, thrust plates, liner seals, and an in-frame gasket set.

Contains:

1979326 – RETAINER (x 12)
1979327 – PISTON PIN (x 6)
2110587 – MAIN BEARING STD (x 4)
2110588 – MAIN BEARING STD (x 3)
2463144 – THRUST PLATE (x 2)
2920484 – BEARING, CONNECTING ROD STD (x 6)
3889356SP – PISTON,IPDSTEEL WELDED (x 6)
4371409 – SEAL-LINER (x 6)
4695315 – LINER (x 6)
C13022NLS – GASKET SET, IN-FRAME 48 (x 1)
C13RS2 – RING SET (x 6)

The kit provides a consolidated selection of major replacement components for Caterpillar C13 engine rebuilding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CAT 3889356 a 16:1 piston?

CAT 388-9356 is documented as a 15.8:1 compression piston, not an exact 16.0:1 piston.

Is a 15.8:1 C13 rebuild kit the same as a 16:1 rebuild kit?

Not exactly. The compression ratios are close, but they are different specifications. Use the ratio required by the intended engine configuration.

What rebuild kit uses the CAT 3889356 piston?

IPD KIF9356/22 is an in-frame rebuild kit containing six IPD 3889356SP steel pistons.

Does the kit include liners, bearings, and gaskets?

Yes. The listed contents include cylinder liners, piston rings, standard bearings, thrust plates, liner seals, and an in-frame gasket set.

Is this suitable for a Caterpillar C13 engine rebuild?

This kit is intended for Caterpillar C13 rebuilding applications using the specified piston and component configuration. Confirm the required parts, bearing sizes, and compression ratio before ordering.

Can this rebuild kit be used for a C13 turbo conversion?

Compatibility depends on the intended engine configuration, piston specifications, and associated components. The rebuild kit alone does not establish compatibility with a specific turbo conversion.

Order Caterpillar C13 Rebuild Kits from Heavy Duty Kits

Heavy Duty Kits supplies Caterpillar C13 engine rebuilding parts, including overhaul kits, steel pistons, cylinder liners, bearings, gasket sets, and related diesel engine components.

Need help identifying the correct compression ratio or piston configuration? Contact HDKits for assistance with component selection.

Important: Off-highway use only. No warranty, as specified in the current product listing.