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Old 05-13-2016, 08:20 AM   #1
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Default 49T pistons in a 8BA

Can you put 49T pistons in an 8BA engine?
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Old 05-13-2016, 08:32 AM   #2
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Default Re: 49T pistons in a 8BA

I don't believe I've ever seen 49T pistons.
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Default Re: 49T pistons in a 8BA

Pistons from a pre 49 flathead V8
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Old 05-13-2016, 02:58 PM   #4
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Default Re: 49T pistons in a 8BA

Will a early non offset pistonpin piston fit in a late block...sure...will it perform as it was designed to...no.
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Default Re: 49T pistons in a 8BA

So all the aftermarket pistons that fit 39-53 have offset pins?
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So all the aftermarket pistons that fit 39-53 have offset pins?
Do your pistons have an orientation mark on the dome?
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Old 05-13-2016, 11:17 PM   #7
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No there are no marks on them
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Then they are not offset.
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