Piston/Rod setup
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Originally Posted by rusty70f100
On the 10.1:1 compression, they say that, but I dont think they figure in the head gasket. The L2291's are supposed to have 10:1 compression. They dont. When you put a Fel-pro .041" thick head gasket on there, it's more like 9.5:1. Those you found would probably be fine. What are they, Clevite?
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Cast pistons are not a problem at all unless:
1. You EVER plan to run nitrous.
2. You EVER plan to run forced induction.
3. You EVER let it ping.
Pinging is not good for pistons, cast in particular. If you hear any, be sure to get it taken care of right away. Forged is much more forgiving in this area.
Other than that, they work fine.
1. You EVER plan to run nitrous.
2. You EVER plan to run forced induction.
3. You EVER let it ping.
Pinging is not good for pistons, cast in particular. If you hear any, be sure to get it taken care of right away. Forged is much more forgiving in this area.
Other than that, they work fine.
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