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19 Dec 2009 09:08 #339809
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Michael
Victoria, Texas
1982 GPz750
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bountyhunter wrote:
Agreed. Despite the 650 rings being rare, if you are going through the trouble to do one set, then you should consider replacing all four sets. It is possible to replace rings without special tools (e.g. the ring compressor) but I have always found it easier to have an extra set of hands to aid in holding in the rings as you drop the jugs back onto the pistons. Others have said that one person can do this procedure w/out the compressor tool...I found that I'm not as good (or lucky) to be able to accomplish this...I have a very understanding wife who helps...in addition to bringing the occasional cold beer
djcamp10 wrote:
How many miles? Rings usually wear out in sets.it is in fact a 77 kz650 b1. any advise.....anyone.
Agreed. Despite the 650 rings being rare, if you are going through the trouble to do one set, then you should consider replacing all four sets. It is possible to replace rings without special tools (e.g. the ring compressor) but I have always found it easier to have an extra set of hands to aid in holding in the rings as you drop the jugs back onto the pistons. Others have said that one person can do this procedure w/out the compressor tool...I found that I'm not as good (or lucky) to be able to accomplish this...I have a very understanding wife who helps...in addition to bringing the occasional cold beer
Michael
Victoria, Texas
1982 GPz750
1977 KZ1000A
1978 KZ1000A
1982 GPz1100
1975 Z2A
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19 Dec 2009 09:16 - 19 Dec 2009 09:18 #339813
by TeK9iNe
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79 Kawie Z1000 LTD
81 Kawie Z1000 CSR
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86 Zukie GS1150 EG
93 Yamie XV1100 E
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Replied by TeK9iNe on topic piston ring replacement ......help
Mcdroid has said it best. An extra set of hands is worth waiting for, and I think necessary.
Its really not difficult at all. Take old ones off, put new ones on in correct positions. Oil it all up good, slide block back on. Putting the block back is a little tricky, but just rocking the piston slightly will have it in, in no time. You don't need any special tools, just a friend/helper.
Replacing in complete sets is more natural of course, but if dollars don't permit, then I feel you man. It's all about ride time, not wrench time.
I like wreching, but i need to have one to ride at the same time. :laugh:
Good luck.
Its really not difficult at all. Take old ones off, put new ones on in correct positions. Oil it all up good, slide block back on. Putting the block back is a little tricky, but just rocking the piston slightly will have it in, in no time. You don't need any special tools, just a friend/helper.
Replacing in complete sets is more natural of course, but if dollars don't permit, then I feel you man. It's all about ride time, not wrench time.
I like wreching, but i need to have one to ride at the same time. :laugh:
Good luck.
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79 Kawie Z1000 LTD
81 Kawie Z1000 CSR
83 Honda VT750C A
85 Kawie GPZ900 A2
86 Zukie GS1150 EG
93 Yamie XV1100 E
Lucky to have rolled many old bikes through my doors
Last edit: 19 Dec 2009 09:18 by TeK9iNe.
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