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Old 08-12-2016, 02:23 PM   #2
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Default Re: Piston rings for a 221 c.i ?

Rule of thumb for end gap is .003"-.004" gap per inch of diameter of bore. So, your .010" is bottom limit, you'll be fine.
Sounds like an old NOS set of Ford rings. Use that expander under #2 ring. Fit the oil control ring in position 3
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