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| ====== Piston Rings ====== | ====== Piston Rings ====== | ||
| + | See also [[techtalk:ref:engmech02e#removing_installing_piston_rings|Removing / Installing Piston Rings]] in the REF section of the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
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| + | This tool is cheap at most auto parts stores. \\ | ||
| + | It hooks both ends of the ring and spreads it apart making the inside diameter wider than the piston. \\ | ||
| + | Then lift the ring off / on the piston. \\ | ||
| + | **Caution**: only spread the ring just enough to remove / install it. | ||
| + | Used on top and second rings. \\ | ||
| + | (the bottom oil rings are usually removed by hand) | ||
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| + | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:piston_ring_spreader_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:piston_ring_spreader_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
| ===== Piston Ring Remover / Installer ===== | ===== Piston Ring Remover / Installer ===== | ||
