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Alright, so Project Twin Turbo 454 is a GO! I feel fairly confidant about all the parts, like crankshaft bearings, distributor, and more but there is one thing that I am unsure about: Ring gap.
Now I understand ring gap is different in turbocharged motors as they burn hotter. I was thinking of taking some rings to get them sized by my regular mechanic, but he says they don't have the equipment for custom stuff like that. So I am left with two options:
Either I take them to a machine shop, which I am unsure of what to ask to get them cut properly
or I can try and see if a company sells piston rings for a 454 that are pre-gapped for turbocharging. For the sake of simplicity, I would much prefer to go this route, as it takes the guess work out. Does such a thing exist? Do you guys have any recommendations?
Thanks in advance!
Now I understand ring gap is different in turbocharged motors as they burn hotter. I was thinking of taking some rings to get them sized by my regular mechanic, but he says they don't have the equipment for custom stuff like that. So I am left with two options:
Either I take them to a machine shop, which I am unsure of what to ask to get them cut properly
or I can try and see if a company sells piston rings for a 454 that are pre-gapped for turbocharging. For the sake of simplicity, I would much prefer to go this route, as it takes the guess work out. Does such a thing exist? Do you guys have any recommendations?
Thanks in advance!