I would say, if you took the trouble to tear down the engine, you ought
to go ahead and replace the rings (unless you know they have low mileage
and you tore it down for a specific, unrelated problem). To do otherwise
would be false economy.
simon hurley had this to say:
>As part of a rebuild of my 77 B engine I took the pistons out. How do I
>tell if the rings are worn and need replacing? The cylinders are in
>excellent condition, no scratches etc.
>
>Thank you in anticipation of your sage advise.
>
>simon
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Max Heim
'66 MGB GHN3L76149
If you're near Mountain View, CA,
it's the red one with the silver bootlid.
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