A little about pistons, rings, gaps and procedures.

[MrMarty51]

Feel free to add articles to this section.

How to Break-In Your Piston Rings, The Right Way! - Engine Builder Magazine

One way to ensure the horsepower built into your engine is achieved is to seal that cylinder pressure on the push side of the pistons.

www.enginebuildermag.com

 

[MrMarty51]

And this from Wisco piston company.

What does the 2nd Piston Ring Do? Purpose and Function Explained!

Piston ring packages are as carefully engineered as any high-performance part, but the “middle child” might be the most misunderstood. Here’s a look at the science that goes into second ring design.

blog.wiseco.com

 

[Will L.]

If going gapless rings on something- ya might look at their recommendations because it uses a powder material rubbed into the cylinder walls instead of any lube...

 

[Will L.]

That whole second post talking about the THEORY of the second ring is in complete contradiction to gapless second ring. Everything I ever learned- I disagree whole heartedly about that articles take

 

[dbrannon79]

Here is something I found on gapless rings. this article probably goes with any style rings.

TECH5: Total Seal's Keith Jones Offers Break-in Advice - EngineLabs

With changing cylinder finishes and new piston-ring packages on the market, what's the latest in break-in techniques? Keith Jones of Total Seal offers answers and tips to engine builders.

www.enginelabs.com

 

[dbrannon79]

Here is one I think is good too.

Everything You Need to Know About Ring Gap!

Ring gap is absolutely critical to engine performance and longevity––and, one of our number-one tech questions. Today we explain why rings need a gap, how to do it, and some common ring-gapping mistakes.

blog.wiseco.com

 

[MrMarty51]

That is also some good reading material.