Assembling The Cylinder Kits For A Cummins KTA19 Video

March 24, 2025


️ Assembling the Cylinder Kits for a Cummins KTA19 | Overhaul by Imperial Diesel Service | DIESELPRO.COM


In this video, we show the detailed assembly of the cylinder kits for a Cummins KTA19 engine, performed by Dion from Imperial Diesel Service, LLC—a valued Diesel Pro Power customer based in Largo, Florida. The footage captures part of a complete engine overhaul aboard a working vessel, where precision, cleanliness, and component quality are crucial to long-term performance.


The Cummins KTA19 is a 19-liter, turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine widely used in marine, power generation, and heavy-duty industrial equipment. At the heart of every reliable KTA19 rebuild is a properly assembled cylinder kit, comprising the piston, rings, wrist pin, retainers, and the liner with sealing O-rings.


This video walks you through the methodical preparation and assembly of these parts before installation into the block. It’s an excellent visual guide for field service mechanics, engine builders, and shop technicians handling in-frame or out-of-frame KTA19 overhauls.


⚠️ Important Note: This video is for demonstration purposes only. It does not include safety procedures, torque specs, or installation sequences. Always consult the official Cummins service manual to ensure all specifications are followed correctly.


What You’ll See in This Video:


  • Assembly of pistons, rings, and wrist pins

  • Preparation and sealing of the cylinder liners with O-rings

  • Techniques to ensure clean and accurate piston ring positioning

  • Real-world assembly work by experienced marine diesel professionals

  • Overview of kit components sourced directly from Diesel Pro Power


The care taken in this process is a testament to both the skill of the technician and the importance of using properly matched parts in a critical engine like the KTA19.


Need a Cylinder Kit or Rebuild Kit for a KTA19?

You can order complete Cummins KTA19 overhaul kits, including the cylinder kits shown in this video, at Diesel Pro Power:
https://dieselpro.com/cummins-kta-19


Need a Mechanic on the West Coast of Florida?

Contact our customer, Dion at Imperial Diesel Service, LLC
(224)-489-8895

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