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I have a new set of standard pistion rings for the 550. Before I install them is there anything I need to do in preparation. i.e. is there a ridge at the top of the bore that needs to be removed, or whatever. Or can I just remove the old and install the new?Tags: None
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Originally posted by Suzuki_Don View PostI have a new set of standard pistion rings for the 550. Before I install them is there anything I need to do in preparation. i.e. is there a ridge at the top of the bore that needs to be removed, or whatever. Or can I just remove the old and install the new?
It is essential to measure ring end-gap. Put the ring in the bore (press it in with the piston until the ring grooves disappear) and measure with a feeler guage the gap between each end of the ring. The spec should be in your manual. You can file the ring if the gap is too small with a FINE file. Make it right....not enough end gap and you'll probably sieze your motor.
Also make sure your compression rings are put in the proper order, with the proper edge facing up. Both top and bottom compression rings are different. This should also be in your manual. During installation make sure the "gapped" portion of your rings are not directly above on another when you slide them into the bores.
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Suzuki_Don
Thanks Mark. Will there be a ridge at the top of the bore. And will this need to be removed. If the ridge if there will it break the top ring if it is not removed.
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Originally posted by Suzuki_Don View PostThanks Mark. Will there be a ridge at the top of the bore. And will this need to be removed. If the ridge if there will it break the top ring if it is not removed.
As Mark said, have the cylinders measured. If there is a ridge you can measure how much.
I'd definitely hone first and pull the head apart to check the valves and replace the valve stem seals. It's well worth the effort to do the job right.Ed
To measure is to know.
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Suzuki_Don
Thats great. Thanks Nessism. This is a great site with plenty of help available to us mere mortals.
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