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7. Measure the gap between the ring and the ring
land using a feeler gauge and compare the mea
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surement to the chart at the end of this chapter.
See Figure 10.12.
8. Measure the piston pin bore on both sides of the
piston using telescoping gauges or vernier cali
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per. See Figure 10.13.
NOTE: Measurements should be taken at right
angles to check the roundness of the holes.
Figure 10.12
Feeler gauge
Figure 10.13
Piston pin bore
9. Measure the piston pin at the center and the
ends using a micrometer or a vernier caliper.
See Figure 10.14.
Figure 10.14