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Old 07-04-2007, 11:59 PM   #1
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Motor rebuild ? different pistons?????

So, I saw a motor that had been 1/2 rebuilt, they only replaced 1,3,5,7 pistons. I don't get it, I would think it would cause uneven wear or something. Anyone have anything on this?
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Old 07-05-2007, 02:19 AM   #2
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In for a penny....I'd replace all of them if it were me.
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Old 07-05-2007, 02:25 AM   #3
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Thats like boring one hole. But thay do it all the time
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Old 07-05-2007, 04:49 AM   #4
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I could see if it was only one piston needed replacing, maybe.
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Re: Motor rebuild ? different pistons?????

Could have hydrolocked one side due to coolant in the cylinders and replaced pistons and rods.
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Old 07-05-2007, 07:15 AM   #6
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Re: Motor rebuild ? different pistons?????

i got a rebuilt from advanced auto parts that was like that some used some new pistons valves etc it was a real mix and match affair as far as parts went it did run good but i had no real confidence in the thing
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Old 07-05-2007, 10:29 AM   #7
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i got a rebuilt from advanced auto parts that was like that some used some new pistons valves etc it was a real mix and match affair as far as parts went it did run good but i had no real confidence in the thing

That is why I am hesitant to get it. They are all STD pistons, so none are bored. I am going to pull the oil pan next time I get a chance and check the bottom end out.
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Old 07-05-2007, 08:22 PM   #8
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It`s not a rebuild unless all pistons are new.It`s an overhaul.If one needs replaced,they all get replaced when I do a motor.My`72 Sierra got all new pistons and valves.
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it wasn't somones cheater dirt track moter was it?
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Old 07-06-2007, 12:10 AM   #10
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it wasn't somones cheater dirt track moter was it?
it wouldnt be standard bore if it was, trust me
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Old 07-06-2007, 03:48 PM   #11
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it wasn't somones cheater dirt track moter was it?
What does the different pistons have to do with that?
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