WebSep 19, 2015 · Fuel and timing will determine that. With a “safe” tune and E85 fuel I know of many that don’t touch the factory gap and run 25+. I check the gap and make sure they … WebApr 15, 2014 · I have had good results on street engines in the past with 5/64" standard tension, regular gap, piston rings so I don't need the extra 8 HP that gapless rings are supposed to provide. My current engine has Sealed Power R9902, 1/16"-1/16"-3/16" , standard tension, standard gap piston rings and I have no complaints.
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WebOct 14, 2014 · what type of piston ring is best for 40-50 #'s of boost? I'm running a gapless top ring & keep hurting pistons. it'll burn a hole in piston under the spark plug or butt the 2nd rings & brake the piston. 4.155 bore & top ring has a .032 gap & 2nd ring is .036. timing is at 11 degs after 40psi & A/F is low 11's, plugs show a safe timing mark. WebDec 4, 2009 · Discussion Starter · #5 · Dec 2, 2009. midnightrider said: Depending on type of ring, it generally is appx .0060 X inch of bore for supercharged motors. That equates to at least .024+..There should have been an Installation recommendation that came w/the rings which gives U some guidance...At least all I've seen has been that way!! .024+- is ... disney christmas light show projector
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WebSep 15, 2010 · Ironicially me and my friend were discussing piston ring gap just last night.. So in accordance to what MD says i should do .003" for every 1 inch of bore in an all motor gsr running 11.6:1 compression. Therefore: 81.25 millimeter = 3.1988189 inch 3.1988189 x .003" = .0096 rounded. So should i stay with a .009" Ring Gap or go up to .010" ? WebI will be showing you in this video how I did my ring gap on my LS engine LQ4 this should work on most all engines that you have file to fit piston rings or needing to gap your … WebMar 30, 2012 · Na being the tightest gap, Nitrous+boost the loosest gap. if the rings DO butt, THEN you can run into ring land issues and bore wear issues. the pistons themselves shouldnt have issues with boost. like Zach said, he sounds mildly retarded. he should know a forged piston should be able to handle the boost unlike a Cast/hyperutectic turd that … cowhall