changing pistons. do all 4?? or just one??
21-11-2005, 09:33 AM
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changing pistons. do all 4?? or just one??
need you help and advice please chaps.
as you see one of my pistons has gone bang, so, whats your advice on fixing it.
can i just get 1 piston to replace the one thats U/S, or do i have to change all 4 so they all match??
as you see one of my pistons has gone bang, so, whats your advice on fixing it.
can i just get 1 piston to replace the one thats U/S, or do i have to change all 4 so they all match??
21-11-2005, 11:09 AM
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same happend to me while its out mine as well go the full go down the full rebuild route new pistons rings shells and oil pump plenty of pistons for sle there is a set in the rs turbo parts for sale on here 
21-11-2005, 01:53 PM
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IMO it all depends on the condition of the cylinder/s and whether or not the bore is dammaged as a result of the piston dammage.
The condition of the engine prior to the dammage, should also be a factor in deciding whats the best route to take.
Assuming that there is no cylinder dammage, and assuming that you have an other wise healthy engine. Id be tempted to replace the single piston.
If in doubt. Whilst you have the engine appart it may be a good time to freshen up your bottom end!
Best of luck in what ever you decide.
The condition of the engine prior to the dammage, should also be a factor in deciding whats the best route to take.
Assuming that there is no cylinder dammage, and assuming that you have an other wise healthy engine. Id be tempted to replace the single piston.
If in doubt. Whilst you have the engine appart it may be a good time to freshen up your bottom end!
Best of luck in what ever you decide.
21-11-2005, 02:42 PM
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cheers for the replys,
the engine is only on 61k miles (backed up with MOT`s), and most of it has been re-built according to the paper work i got with the car.
but i think i will be changing the big end bearing etc will its in pieces tho, just for piece of mind. and i will get someone in te know to have a good look over my bore, before i decide what way to go
the engine is only on 61k miles (backed up with MOT`s), and most of it has been re-built according to the paper work i got with the car.
but i think i will be changing the big end bearing etc will its in pieces tho, just for piece of mind. and i will get someone in te know to have a good look over my bore, before i decide what way to go
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