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Old 31-01-2013, 08:16 PM
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having removed head of 2ltr pinto to replace head gasket i have noticed that a couple of the cylinders have surface rust about 5-7 mm from tops...can anybody advise on what to do. thanks guys
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having removed head of 2ltr pinto to replace head gasket i have noticed that a couple of the cylinders have surface rust about 5-7 mm from tops...can anybody advise on what to do. thanks guys
Rebore it and start again
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so would i need new pistons or over sized rings. thanks
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