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I've been sidelined for a week on my engine build, likely due to operator error. I purchased a piston compressor at Harbor Freight, and was having a fun experience installing my pistons. 5 went in smoothly- the 6th wouldn't go, so I hit it harder -what else? I think the rings weren't squeezed enough because the top spring steel ring for the 2nd oiler hung up and was tweaked. For a second I thought that I could possibly salvage it, but realized that that was not only unrealistic, but foolish, as it could mean a later teardown and repair if it failed. I looked online at the various venders, but being a somewhat odd size (.040) over, none carried just what I needed. I would apparently have to buy another full set. I decided to call Robert's Motor Parts, as I had talked to Gary Roberts, and purchased the rings from him. He didn't have any singles in inventory, but rummaged through his spare parts bin, located what he thought would work and shipped them off to me. He wouldn't take any money for his trouble or let me even pay for postage. I'm a customer for life! I just finished installing the last piston and I can move on to the next @keithb7 video. Remember - if it doesn't feel right, it probably isn't!
