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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 05:24 PM
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Ok building this 383 for my 72 vette, scat crank and rods internally balanced with 6" rods and some kb pistons, problem is I broke a ring. 1/16 " second ring 4.030 bore, anyone have a extra one they can spare? please
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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I have 7 of these laying around:

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...0&autoview=sku

But you mentioned 1/16" instead. Guess how I ended up with only 7?

Wasn't so funny at the time.
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Old Jul 31, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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Most parts stores or machine shops will sell single piston sets as it`s a very popular ring size. 4 inch plus .030.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 05:00 PM
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Ok Then I Ordered A Single Set, 1/16" Are Higher Than The 5/64" .......$30.00 Later.
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