I was wondering if anyone had any tips on getting the rings to compress enough to fit into the cylinder. Trying to finish rebuilding my motor after installing a 13.5:1 Piston and I can't get the cylinder back on because of the rings.

I am working on a 2005 Honda TRX 450R, not that I think it matters a whole lot.

 

I use my fingers, but when that does not work I use a big hoseclamp and lots of oil and molly lube.

 

what he said, but I don't even bother getting my fingers chewed up any more, I just use the clamp unless there's a tail on the bottom of the sleeve which lets you squeeze the rings as you slide the cylinder on.

 

Not being assuming here on your mechanical expertise, but did you remember to gap the rings?

The hose clamp method is as effective as any specialty ring compressor tool so long as you use a clamp as close to the piston size as possible to make the most perfect circle when compressing them.

 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: KNOWSALOT

Not being assuming here on your mechanical expertise, but did you remember to gap the rings?



The hose clamp method is as effective as any specialty ring compressor tool so long as you use a clamp as close to the piston size as possible to make the most perfect circle when compressing them.</end quote></div>

Yes I gapped them. I have been to a mechanical trade school for automobiles and I have hands on experience with fixing some of the equipment we operate at work, so 4 strokes aren't a problem. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

Thanks guys, I'll try the hose clamp tonight.

 

Thanks guys, I got a buddy of mine to help me out and I got it on. I appreciate the info!!