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RE: Ring Gap

To: "Autox. Team. Net" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Subject: RE: Ring Gap
From: "Randall Young" <Ryoung@navcomtech.com>
Date: Sun, 28 Mar 2004 14:17:53 -0800
> When installing new piston rings, what is the best way to measure the gap,
> to ensure that the gap is sufficient.

Use a piston to push the rings down to the bottom of the bore that the ring
will be installed in (where it's worn the least) and use a feeler gauge to
measure the end gap.  The piston ensures that the ring is square to the
bore.

Randall





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