How do I install new piston rings?

[Joby]

Hi,

This is my second top end rebuild, the first I thought went fine, using the shop manuel, but after destroying a piston (not setting the carb right), I've now read the excellent guides on plug reading, piston reading, carb setup, etc so hopefully I won't destroy another one.

However I can't for the life of me find a guide on piston rings and witch way up they should go, or even witch is the top on. I know these are really basic questions, I'm an electronic engineer, not mechanical

I have a 97 GTX with a 787, the 2 rings, one is L shape and one seems to be totally symmetric, but I've read about there being a T marking for the "top" and or there being s chamfer on one edge, I can't see either.

They are brand new pistons and rings (SBT top end replacement), I've measured the ring gap and they are all good, I just want to make sure I get the rings right.

A little guidance would be great,

Thanks guys

Joby

 

[riding high]

I am not totally familiar with SBT products, but I can tell you that the ring that seems symmetrical is the the one closer to the crank. The other with the the ridge goes in the top slot. I believe it will only fit one way. To be certain just give SBT a call. I am sure they will give you the proper instructions.

 

[Dr Honda]

Yep... with an import kit... it's best to ask the people who sold it to you.

 

[Joby]

Thanks guys, I'll give them a call in the moring

 

[Joby]

Just gave SBT a call, simple answer "lettering up"