Description
When your IH tractor starts burning oil, knocking, or losing compression, it’s time for a rebuild. That reliable workhorse has probably served you well for decades, but every engine eventually needs a refresh to keep pulling strong. This basic overhaul kit gets you everything needed to bring your 263 cubic inch gas engine back to life, minus the bearings which you’ll want to measure and order separately.
What You’re Getting
- Complete cylinder sleeve set with seals – fresh bores mean better compression and less oil burn
- Matched pistons with rings and wrist pins – properly sized for your 3-9/16 inch bore
- Pin bushings and retainers – all the small parts that are easy to forget but critical for proper assembly
- Full gasket set with crankshaft seals – everything needed to seal the engine from top to bottom
- Stepped-head pistons designed for your gas engine’s compression ratio
Built for Real Farm Work
This kit fits the venerable 263 CID gas engines found in International Harvester’s 656, 706, 2656, and 2706 series tractors. These machines built their reputation on reliability – whether you’re running a 706 for hay work, using a 656 for cultivation, or putting a 2656 to work on the loader. They’re the tractors that just keep going with proper maintenance.
Made to Last
Tru-Power builds their kits to match original specifications, so you’re getting quality components that’ll handle the heat, pressure, and vibration of farm work. The cylinder sleeves are precision-made for proper fit, and the gasket set uses materials designed to seal tight and stay sealed through temperature cycles and engine stress.
Good to Know
This is a basic kit, so you’ll need to measure and order main and rod bearings separately – that’s standard practice for any proper rebuild. Have your machinist check the crankshaft journals and cylinder head for trueness while the engine’s apart. It’s also a good time to inspect the valve train and replace any worn components.
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