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Patrick L. · 05-14-2020, 05:13 PM

First, gap the rings.
Install on the pistons
Stagger the ring ends
Use a compressor [ or cone] and tap the piston into the cylinder [ make sure clearance is correct]

05-14-2020, 05:13 PM	#2
Patrick L. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Largo Florida Posts: 7,225	Re: How to mount the piston rings from above? First, gap the rings. Install on the pistons Stagger the ring ends Use a compressor [ or cone] and tap the piston into the cylinder [ make sure clearance is correct]