Description

When your International Harvester’s six-cylinder gas engine starts showing its age—burning oil, losing compression, or just not pulling like it used to—it’s time for a proper rebuild. This basic in-frame kit gets you back to business without the expense of a full machine shop overhaul. You’ll get everything needed to restore your engine’s power and reliability, including sleeves, pistons, rings, and all the gaskets to seal things up tight.

What You’re Getting

Complete sleeve set with seals to rebuild your cylinder walls and restore proper compression
Matched piston set with stepped-head design that handles the higher compression of gas engines
Quality rings that create a proper seal without excessive blow-by or oil burning
Pin assemblies and retainers that keep everything connected and operating smoothly
Valve-grind gasket set plus oil pan gasket to prevent leaks and maintain proper sealing

Built for Real Farm Work

This kit fits the workhorse tractors that built American agriculture—the 656, 706, 2656, and 2706 series. These were the go-to machines for everything from cultivating corn and beans to running hay equipment and pulling heavy implements. Whether you’re working ground, hauling grain, or powering a loader, these tractors earned their reputation for getting the job done day after day.

Made to Last

This Tru-Power kit uses quality components designed to handle the demands of agricultural work. The stepped-head pistons are engineered specifically for the 263 cubic inch displacement and 3-9/16 inch bore, while the sleeve design ensures proper cylinder geometry for optimal performance and longevity.

Good to Know

This is a basic in-frame kit, so you’ll need to source your own bearings separately if they need replacement. Most experienced mechanics can handle this rebuild with standard shop tools, though you’ll want to check your cylinder walls and crankshaft condition first. A good machine shop can help determine what additional work might be needed before you start the project.