broke a 40hp piston ring... what to do?

Aug 18, 2004 7 Replies

so, while attempting to reassemble my stock 40 horse engine, I broke the outermost piston ring while trying to insert it into the cylinder. The parts suppliers only seem to carry kits that have the whole set of 3 rings for all 4 pistons.... however, I just need one. Can anybody offer me any options. It would be HIGHLY HIGHLY appreciated.



Thanks, Keith


well Keith its really too late....you had two options....don't break any or buy a whole set if you did...unless you find an individual that has in the past done the same as you have, you will be forced to buy a set....make sure you get the right size...

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Is it 2mm thick, and 77mm diameter?

My local supplier has broken sets off before to help people out.

Jan

Here's some 85.5mm on Ebay starting at $5:

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Call us. We have lots of them.

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I probably have one here. 77mm dia, but what thickness?

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I'm not sure, they're new pistons bought from RMMW for my 40hp engine. Please let me know if you can help.

I should have some too along with pistons! Not sure of this though, I need to check stock. BTW how much does the set of piston rings cost? Should be an exact size on the pistons, and also a brand name on the box.

later, dave Reminder........ Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them, and you have their shoes. Frieda Norris

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