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Old Nov 21, 2013 | 09:23 AM
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Do stock 7.3 pistons a bowl or are they flat top?
 
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im pretty sure they have a bowl with a come in the middle of the bowl
 
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Originally Posted by Farmboypowerstroke
Do stock 7.3 pistons a bowl or are they flat top?
The Ford publication calls it a "Mexican hat" design. Here are some pages that will help you visualize the shape.

 
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