how to remove spiral locks from pistons

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11-18-2005, 02:17 PM

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how to remove spiral locks from pistons

does anyone have any tricks to removing the spiral locks and what tools would come in handy.

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11-18-2005, 03:17 PM

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Re: how to remove spiral locks from pistons (YINGY)

use a pick, slowly pry one side off and use a plier to pull the lock clockwise or counter clockwise

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11-18-2005, 03:59 PM

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Re: how to remove spiral locks from pistons (Flamenco-T)

THANX FOR THE INFOMATION

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11-18-2005, 04:01 PM

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I hate those things, thats basically what ive done in the past also. Once you get it started just work it out slowlyat a slight angle.

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