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Piston Rings Buick Roadmaster VIII

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Install marked side of ring toward top of piston. Top compression ring is chrome or molybdenum faced. Second compression ring has a tapered face. Oil ring is a 3-piece type. Ensure end gaps are evenly spaced on piston. (Scheme 6)

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Piston Rings

Note. Rod and main bearings are available in .001" (.03 mm) and .002" (.05) undersize for oil clearance adjustment.