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possibly dumb question. changing pistons

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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 12:31 PM
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possibly dumb question. changing pistons

had a few people tell my to use better pistons for my build. so i bought some but do i need a arbor press or something to push the pins out? i have'nt even tried anything with them as i just dont want to mess anything up. the pistons i bought said press fit. could i just heat them up and push them out and in or do i need to take them to a machine shop?

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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 12:39 PM
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Re: possibly dumb question. changing pistons

Usually a machine shop has a specialized heater for piston pin removal and insertion. It's a few bucks but why risk breaking a new set of pistons?
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 12:45 PM
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Re: possibly dumb question. changing pistons

i agree, i have just never done them and was'nt sure how complicated it could be or how easy it is to mess them up.

thanks for the input
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