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Piston Ring

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Ring Width
Compression (Top) 1.460-1.490 mm (0.0575-0.0587 in)
Compression (Bottom) 1.460-1.490 mm (0.0575-0.0587 in)
Oil Ring Side Seal - Snug Fit
Service Limit 0.152 mm (0.006 in) MAX
Ring Gap
Compression (Top) (in Gauge) 0.25-0.50 mm (0.01-0.02 in)
Compression (Bottom) (in Gauge) 0.25-0.50 mm (0.01-0.02 in)
Oil Ring (Steel Rail) (in Gauge) 0.25-1.25 mm (0.010-0.049 in)
Side Clearance
1st Ring 0.030-0.080 mm (0.0012-0.0031 in)
2nd Ring 0.030-0.080 mm (0.0012-0.0031 in)