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Old 09-21-2020, 01:02 PM   #27
Patrick L.
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Default Re: Hard turning with new pistons

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Originally Posted by Greg Jones View Post
Herm Kohnke told me when using plastigage to put a spot of oil on the bearing then lay the plastigage in the oil. Then torque and measure. According to Herm if you don’t use oil you won’t get an accurate reading. In my experience I find he is correct. FWIW. I am sure others will disagree but I know what works for me.



I'm not going to disagree.

Using oil is the way to use plastigauge. And it needs to be fresh.

But, you're right. There are some that disagree.
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