bnmm

so i cracked a ring land i think it was cause of low oil
and i looked at the bearing and theyre prob all junk since this one was
i rebuilt this engine and had the crank polished and block honed for a chrome ring. all the pistons came from the same engine and i had them reconditioned for ARP bolts. now i need a new piston. can i re use the rings if i get them off with out damaging them? think it will be ok to have napa or some where put another stock piston on this rod throw new bearings in it and go?? or can i just put one complete other rod and piston in with out arp bolts

purgat0ry

iTrader: (3)

I would HIGHLY suggest against using the old rings, long story short, those are use once and replace parts.

Long story short for the entire post: Go cheap and blow it up, do it right and live in comfort.

progekSiR

you should never reuse rings. you should also check the cylinder with the damaged piston for OOR and Taper. thoroughly inspect your cylinder wall for any damage. you should never cut corners, do it the right way the first time and you shouldnt have to worry. good luck

1994turbocivic

never reuse piston rings. new npr rings are like what, $30... your choice.

strategy400

Jesus... you have it apart, use new parts and replace everything.