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A question about connecting rods
what's better a ruler or a tape measure? It depends on the application. :)- Balzafun
- Post #43
- Forum: Engine & fuel engineering
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piston rings & sealing against cylinder wall
A couple of quick points. There are 2 different types of gas ports. "Vertical", that are drilled in the top of the piston. And what’s know as a "Lateral" port. Drilled on the side of the piston just above the top ring. Vertical is traditionally used in drag racing. Lateral in circle track and...- Balzafun
- Post #25
- Forum: Engine & fuel engineering
