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Pin must slide without binding or pivoting Figure 3-122. Piston Pin Clearance Figure 3-123. Measure Piston Ring Side Clearance

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See Figure 3-122. Check piston pin. Lightly oil a good piston pin and insert it into the pis- ton pin bore to feel for the proper interference fit. The pin should slide in and out without binding, but also without pivoting or rocking. Replace piston and/or pin if clearance exceeds 0.0008 in. (0.020 mm). Carefully inspect the pistons for damage or excessive NOTE Pistons with superficial wear marks, minor scratching or mild Discard pistons with cracked, broken or bent ring Check the piston skirt for cracks, gouges, deep scratches or heavy scoring. Check the piston heads for evidence of burning, etching or melting. Look for marks or imprints cau

INSPECTION wear. scoring may continue to be used. lands. valves. cumference.

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