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Forum: C3 Engines, Driveline and Handling

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found the problem

Posted: 3/16/08 8:56pmMessage 1 of 5
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fortlauderdale, FL - USA
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Vette(s): 1978 greenwood custom vette, 468 blower motor side pipes.
Had a lot of blow by coming from my pcv and breather cap the other day after I nailed it. The culprit wa s a broken compression ring on #1 piston. What does it cost to buy a new set of pistons,rings,and bearings? and if I have someone press the new pistons on and put the rings on do I need to size the bearings or are they a standard size ??

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found the problem

Posted: 3/17/08 7:57amMessage 2 of 5
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Vette(s): 1978 greenwood custom vette, 468 blower motor side pipes.

How do I determine the size and replacement part # of the piston and rings or do I just bring it to an automotive speed shop??


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found the problem

Posted: 3/17/08 8:23amMessage 3 of 5
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Your best bet would be to take it to a shop,along with your bearings,they should be able to match it up for you.did the broken ring scratch the cylinder?

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found the problem

Posted: 3/17/08 8:43amMessage 4 of 5
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And if you decide to replace all rings and bearings, there are several companies that offer a "kit" of all parts needed except for the piston.  I use Wagamon Engine Rebuilders.  Their phone number is 612-789-9005.  They are competitively priced, and the people who answer the phone are knowledgeable and friendly.  They can also help you decide if you have the right camshaft for your combination.

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found the problem

Posted: 3/17/08 3:01pmMessage 5 of 5
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Vette(s): 1978 greenwood custom vette, 468 blower motor side pipes.
Ron and Larry,
No damage to the cyl walls at all. There is some wear on the bearings, can I just replace the bearings and torque the bolts down or do I have to plastigauge all the caps?

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