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Originally Posted by Three Peaks
What kind of assembly lube are you using for your piston install? I usually just dunk the piston with rings installed in a coffee can of oil and push them into the block while they are still dripping with oil. Never had a problem yet. I would think any other type of assembly lube might interfere with ring seating?
Bob |
I've built thousands of them.
We're still using Childs & Albert Assembly
Oil. It is an extra refined 10 weight oil.
If you're starting it up quickly you can use WD-40 or transmission fluid. The lighter weight oil enhances ring break-in.......which is (basically) grind to fit.