Graeme1198
XS650 Enthusiast
Hi guys,
I striped the top of the engine down yesterday as I’m going to get my head and cylinders cleaned up by a shop as it’s looking a little tired.
So everything’s in great condition for the age and I’ve gone over all the tolerances and measurements etc.
But, always a but.... The pistons have a lot of very light scratches on them. Although inside the bores it’s still the nice honed cylinder walls no marks or issues in there.
I’ve added a photo below of the piston, it’s the same on both sides. Both pistons.
What do you thinks caused this? I’m going to get some new pistons as peace of mind. But want to prevent this happening again unless it’s general wear over time.
Thanks
I striped the top of the engine down yesterday as I’m going to get my head and cylinders cleaned up by a shop as it’s looking a little tired.
So everything’s in great condition for the age and I’ve gone over all the tolerances and measurements etc.
But, always a but.... The pistons have a lot of very light scratches on them. Although inside the bores it’s still the nice honed cylinder walls no marks or issues in there.
I’ve added a photo below of the piston, it’s the same on both sides. Both pistons.
What do you thinks caused this? I’m going to get some new pistons as peace of mind. But want to prevent this happening again unless it’s general wear over time.
Thanks