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Old 04-06-2013, 04:54 PM
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Default Piston pin clips. Where to buy cheap?

Does anybody know where to buy piston pin clips for floating pin rods that are reasonably priced? Summit wants 2-3 each for the clips.

Anyone know the GM part number?

Any aftermarket compatible clips?

I have LS6 rods and Mahle LS1 forged replacement pistons. The pistons use the same style clip as GM's.

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Any suggestions?
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2 ideas:
1. Call/visit the local Chevy dlr. [Al least get a pt #.]
2. Call Mahle. They may have a lock they prefer over the stocker.
My concern would be using some cheap lock, could result in a wrist pin taking out the cyl wall. [BTDT]
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Those parts aren't the ones to cheap out on, or reuse.....
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Summit lists Keith Black Spirolocks at a buck each.

They're a pain to install-which is a good thing.



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