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Changing pistons with engine in ?

Posted: July 9th, 2010, 7:56 am
by lerutis
Hi !

I'm about to buy KLZE cams and pistons for my Millenia KLZE wannabe but i just need some more info on if i can do the piston change without pulling the engine out ?

Re: Changing pistons with engine in ?

Posted: July 9th, 2010, 8:11 am
by Daninski
It'll depend on the condition of the cylinder walls. If there's wear ridges you'll need to have the block machined but at the very least you need to make sure you hone the cylinder walls or your new rings will never wear in. For the extra couple of hours it would take to pull the engine it'll save you a lot of climbing in and out from under the engine. IMO

Re: Changing pistons with engine in ?

Posted: July 11th, 2010, 7:47 am
by RX8SE3P
definitely pull the engine, waaaaay easier.