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04 July 2005, 01:33 PM

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Piston Rings

Is it neccasary to run in an engine when piston rings have been changed
and should the oil be changed afterwards.

This is just for a ring change not a rebore.

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04 July 2005, 03:41 PM

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I would certainly think so to make sure the rings bed in and create a good seal even if it hasnt has a rebore.

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04 July 2005, 06:50 PM

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definitely need run in properly otherwise they'll never seal as much as they should.

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