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Old 04-01-2012, 11:43 AM
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No, I need to get my hands on an inside mic. I am
As for the carbon build up, I've been running it on the rich side to help keep temps down for break in. Or maybe it was oil getting past the rings from the beginning?

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If you've been running rich, you've probably been washing down the walls with extra fuel--big no no, especially on a fresh build. wipes out the oil film the piston/rings ride on. check and see if the oil smells like gas. if so, maybe find an engine shop to do a quick mike on the cylinder and check your piston OD so you know your wall clearance. if the bore is round, you may be able to get away with a light hone and new set of rings.