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c wells 07-06-2009 12:05 PM
Ring Gap Help
 
I have a Dart Buick Head engine i was wondering do anybody know what the piston ring gap should be.

randy wilson 07-06-2009 01:08 PM
Re: Ring Gap Help
 
0.018 with deck plate.

buzzinhalfdozen 07-07-2009 09:15 AM
Re: Ring Gap Help
 
That dimension would be based on your bore size, I've always basically follwed the ring Man. recomendations. Joe

Bub Whitaker 07-08-2009 08:56 PM
Re: Ring Gap Help
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by buzzinhalfdozen (Post 128770)
That dimension would be based on your bore size, I've always basically follwed the ring Man. recomendations. Joe
Like Joe says, follow the ring man recomendations....but keep in mind they are MINIMUMS... you won't believe how big those gaps can get before you looze power...just make sure your not so close that the rings butt, Instant power loss and damage to cyls and pistons!!!


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