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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 07:35 PM
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Guys, i need help! These are JE pistons/eagle rods that are for sale. they've been Supposedly used for 500 miles on a mildly modified (turbo'd) civic..Just wondering what you guys think i should do?
Go, or pass on this deal?!?! the cash is tight,,,i know i know dont go the cheap route,,,but damn!
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 07:42 PM
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Please,,,I dont want to rush my decision. but someone's gotta help me!!
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:22 PM
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They still look good...you can clean the piston tops with wd-40 and a rag.
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:51 PM
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I'd clean them off before you buy them.

See if you can find any major scratches, marks, etc. Especially on the side...

I'd say if the price is right, do it.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:01 AM
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i agree..
I'd clean them off before you buy them.

See if you can find any major scratches, marks, etc. Especially on the side...

I'd say if the price is right, do it.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:09 AM
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Default Re: Piston help! ASAP!!! (sohc_vtec)

i agree.. I'd clean them off before you buy them.

See if you can find any major scratches, marks, etc. Especially on the side...

I'd say if the price is right, do it.
Thats the thing, i cant see them in person first, the guy is on the other side of the country!!
I'm now finding out that they are 75mm, and i probably need a bigger bore depending on what condition my cylinders are in (no clue until i rip it apart )
man...
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:13 AM
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if that is the case i would ask for more pictures specifically close ups of the sides and the rings to look for scarring.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:15 AM
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I would not buy used parts like that if I could not inspect them. Just be patient and buy exactly what you need once you disassemble your engine.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:16 AM
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I would never buy used pistons and/or rods.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 10:52 AM
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stick the pistons in your dishwasher...old drag racer steez
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