best piston rings
07-31-2009, 06:06 PM
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best piston rings whats the best piston ring 1/16 ,1/16,3/16 for a 383 with a 225 wet kit, also rod, main, and cam bearings.
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07-31-2009, 07:01 PM
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225 is not that big a deal more than anything the rings just need the right gap.
Beyond that piston selection will impact ring selection. Did you buy a modern thin ring piston or an antiquated thick ring piston? Have to know that before you start ring shopping.
Beyond that piston selection will impact ring selection. Did you buy a modern thin ring piston or an antiquated thick ring piston? Have to know that before you start ring shopping.
07-31-2009, 08:30 PM
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As long as they are moly, you should be good. Like mentioned above its more important to get the gap right with that size shot than using a special ring.
For the bearings, what does the rest of the rotating assembly? Most forged cranks require the H series bearing from Clevite, so that would be my pick. Some cranks recommend certain bearings so it would be best to check with the maker.
For the bearings, what does the rest of the rotating assembly? Most forged cranks require the H series bearing from Clevite, so that would be my pick. Some cranks recommend certain bearings so it would be best to check with the maker.
