{"product_id":"gsc-p-d-ford-mustang-gt-gt500-5-4l-dohc-manganese-bronze-intake-valve-guide-set-of-16","title":"GSC P-D Ford Mustang GT\/GT500 5.4L DOHC Manganese Bronze Intake Valve Guide - Set of 16","description":"\u003ch4\u003eGSC P-D 3098-16 Manganese Bronze Intake Valve Guides for Ford Mustang GT \/ GT500 5.4L DOHC - Set of 16\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GSC P-D 3098-16 is a precision-machined set of 16 manganese bronze intake valve guides engineered for Ford Mustang GT and GT500 applications equipped with the 5.4L DOHC engine. Whether you are rebuilding a high-mileage motor or building a performance powerplant from the bottom up, these replacement guides restore critical oil control and valve alignment tolerances. Manganese bronze offers superior wear resistance and thermal conductivity compared to cast iron OEM guides, making the GSC P-D 3098-16 a preferred choice for engine builders seeking longevity and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from premium manganese bronze alloy for extended service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined to OEM dimensions for drop-in fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior wear resistance versus stock cast iron guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved thermal conductivity reduces valve stem heat buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of 16 covers all intake valve positions on the 5.4L DOHC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with stock and performance valve stem diameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for street rebuilds, track builds, and forced induction 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Valve guides must be pressed in by a qualified machine shop. The old guides are pressed out and new guides are pressed in and reamed to the correct inside diameter for your valve stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these standard size or oversized?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 3098-16 is standard outside diameter. GSC also offers oversized options for worn parent bores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these be used in boosted or nitrous applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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