{"product_id":"306310-std","title":"Hypatec Barra Cast Pistons | Dishtop","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n        \/* ATOMIC PERFORMANCE THEME STYLES - LIGHT MODE *\/\n        .atomic-container {\n            font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n            max-width: 1000px;\n            margin: 0 auto;\n            background-color: #ffffff;\n            color: #333333;\n            line-height: 1.6;\n            border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\n            box-sizing: border-box;\n        }\n\n        \/* BRAND COLORS *\/\n        :root {\n            --atomic-orange: #E4522B;\n            --atomic-purple: #663399;\n            --light-grey: #f4f4f4;\n            --border-color: #ddd;\n        }\n\n        \/* TYPOGRAPHY *\/\n        .atomic-header {\n            text-align: center;\n            padding: 40px 20px;\n            border-bottom: 4px solid var(--atomic-orange);\n            background-color: #fafafa;\n            width: 100%;\n        }\n\n        .atomic-title {\n            color: var(--atomic-orange);\n            font-size: 2.5rem;\n            text-transform: uppercase;\n            margin: 0;\n            font-weight: 900;\n            letter-spacing: 1px;\n            line-height: 1.1;\n        }\n\n        .atomic-subtitle {\n            color: #555;\n            font-size: 1.2rem;\n            margin-top: 10px;\n            font-weight: 400;\n            text-transform: uppercase;\n            letter-spacing: 2px;\n        }\n\n        h2 {\n            color: #222;\n            text-transform: uppercase;\n            font-size: 1.8rem;\n            margin-bottom: 15px;\n            border-left: 5px solid var(--atomic-orange);\n            padding-left: 15px;\n        }\n\n        h3 {\n            color: #333;\n            font-size: 1.4rem;\n            margin-top: 0;\n            font-weight: 700;\n        }\n\n        p {\n            margin-bottom: 15px;\n            color: #444;\n        }\n\n        strong {\n            color: #000;\n        }\n\n        \/* LAYOUT GRIDS *\/\n        .atomic-section {\n            padding: 40px;\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\n        }\n\n        .atomic-grid {\n            display: grid;\n            grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n            gap: 40px;\n            align-items: center;\n        }\n\n        .atomic-card-grid {\n            display: grid;\n            grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr));\n            gap: 20px;\n            margin-top: 30px;\n        }\n\n        \/* FEATURE CARDS *\/\n        .atomic-card {\n            background-color: #f9f9f9;\n            padding: 25px;\n            border: 1px solid var(--border-color);\n            border-top: 4px solid var(--atomic-purple);\n            border-radius: 4px;\n            box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05);\n        }\n\n        .atomic-card h3 {\n            color: var(--atomic-purple);\n        }\n\n        \/* IMAGES *\/\n        .atomic-img {\n            width: 100%;\n            height: auto;\n            border-radius: 4px;\n            border: 1px solid #ddd;\n            box-shadow: 0 4px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\n            background-color: #eee; 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For a reliable street car, towing vehicle, or mild turbo daily driver, you need a high-quality replacement that fits your budget. The Hypatec Cast Piston is the perfect \"OEM+\" solution, offering modern skirt coatings and durable high-silicon alloy construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- DID YOU KNOW SECTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f4fc; border-left: 5px solid var(--atomic-purple); padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: var(--atomic-purple); font-size: 1.1rem; display: block; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e💡 DID YOU KNOW?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast vs. Forged: Know your limits.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast pistons are brittle compared to the 2618 alloy used in our Icon and Cosworth forged pistons. They cannot tolerate detonation or massive boost spikes. We strictly limit these pistons to \u003cstrong\u003e500kW (approx. 650hp)\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you plan to push beyond this or use aggressive anti-lag, launch control or limiters, \u003cstrong\u003edo not cheap out\u003c\/strong\u003e—upgrade to our Atomic Icon Forged series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: var(--atomic-purple); border-left-color: var(--atomic-purple);\"\u003eThe Atomic Solution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHypatec pistons are manufactured from high-silicon HyperTec cast alloy, which resists thermal expansion for tight, quiet clearances. They feature factory-style 12cc dish for standard compression ratios and come with Teflon-coated skirts to reduce friction and cylinder wall wear. Paired with premium Hastings rings, they are a significant step up from a standard white-box replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/5548\/1713\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_35234d6b-2c19-4451-811b-e7132e75ef05.jpg?v=1767856625\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-caption\"\u003eHigh-Silicon Alloy with Coated Skirts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURE: COATINGS \u0026 RINGS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-section\" style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- UNDERSIDE DETAIL IMAGE --\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/5548\/1713\/files\/hypatec_piston_cast_underside.jpg?v=1769667834\" alt=\"Hypatec Piston Underside and Pin\" class=\"atomic-img\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-caption\"\u003eRobust casting with floating wrist pins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Value Without Compromise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe selected these pistons because they offer genuine upgrades over the factory cast item without the price tag of a race piston.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"atomic-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated Skirts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moly-based skirt coating provides a sacrificial layer during start-up and break-in, reducing piston slap and scuffing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Pins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes heavy-duty floating wrist pins for reduced friction and easier assembly (no press-fit required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHastings Rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e We supply every set with genuine Hastings piston rings, ensuring a rapid seal and long service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TECH SPECS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-section\" style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: var(--atomic-orange); margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e HyperTec High-Silicon Cast Alloy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDish Volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12cc (~8.7:1 Compression)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimit:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~500kW \/ 650hp Max\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkirt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coated Friction Reducing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHATS INCLUDED --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-section\" style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: var(--atomic-orange); text-align: center;\"\u003e📦 What's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"atomic-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of 6x Hypatec Cast Pistons (12cc Dish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Set of Hastings Piston Rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x Floating Wrist Pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire Locks \/ Circlips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- IMPORTANT NOTES \u0026 WARNINGS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-section\" style=\"background-color: #fffdf0; border-left: 6px solid #d4a017;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d55; margin-top: 0; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003e⚠️ Critical Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"atomic-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Ceiling:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are CAST pistons. They are not forgiving. Detonation (pinging, knocking etc.) or lean mixtures will crack ring lands quickly. Do not use for high-boost racing applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRing Gaps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even for cast pistons, ring gaps MUST be checked and filed if necessary to suit your specific application (NA vs Turbo). Insufficient gap will shatter the piston.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are planning for E85, transbrakes, or \u0026gt;650hp in the future, save your money and buy the \u003cstrong\u003eAtomic Icon Forged\u003c\/strong\u003e set now. It is cheaper than rebuilding your engine twice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CTA FOOTER --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-section\" style=\"text-align: center; border-bottom: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"atomic-cta\"\u003eAdd to Cart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atomic Performance Products","offers":[{"title":"STD","offer_id":42367536234577,"sku":"306310-STD","price":749.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"+0.020\" | 0.5mm","offer_id":42367536267345,"sku":"306310-020","price":749.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2115\/6365\/files\/hypatec_cast_piston_head_5.jpg?v=1779068480","url":"https:\/\/longboostperformance.com\/products\/306310-std","provider":"LongBoost Performance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}