theblackassassin
XS650 Addict
So I was looking to get some input from the guys with some engine rebuilding experience.
attention : XSLEO, 5twins, retiredgentleman, etc
I currently have a spare motor I am in the process of rebuilding and everything has been going well.
My question is regarding Honing cylinders.
I have cleaned the pistons, cylinders, rings, etc,
Also NO groove lip on the top or bottom of the cylinder walls
They are perfect right now.
Measured everything, all is within spec to re-use.
Note: I have the Clymer guide so I have been using that as my reference
When I was in highschool we rebuilt an engine in shop class and I remember honing a cylinder to deglaze and get the 45 degree crosshatches, but I don't recall us using new piston rings though.
If you have the time to give me a breakdown on your guys honing knowledge that would be great.
When should honing be done?
Do you guys hone on every rebuild?
Flex beads? or Three Stone? - My friend at Subaru told me that the three stone ones are the newer version.
When honing is done should any components be replaced? or can you still re-use old rings.
Note: I am aware that after you hone you have to re-measure everything so as long as it was still in spec.
This is all I can think about for questions right now. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
attention : XSLEO, 5twins, retiredgentleman, etc
I currently have a spare motor I am in the process of rebuilding and everything has been going well.
My question is regarding Honing cylinders.
I have cleaned the pistons, cylinders, rings, etc,
Also NO groove lip on the top or bottom of the cylinder walls
They are perfect right now.
Measured everything, all is within spec to re-use.
Note: I have the Clymer guide so I have been using that as my reference
When I was in highschool we rebuilt an engine in shop class and I remember honing a cylinder to deglaze and get the 45 degree crosshatches, but I don't recall us using new piston rings though.
If you have the time to give me a breakdown on your guys honing knowledge that would be great.
When should honing be done?
Do you guys hone on every rebuild?
Flex beads? or Three Stone? - My friend at Subaru told me that the three stone ones are the newer version.
When honing is done should any components be replaced? or can you still re-use old rings.
Note: I am aware that after you hone you have to re-measure everything so as long as it was still in spec.
This is all I can think about for questions right now. Any input would be greatly appreciated.