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gregaba

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DSS pistons
« on: August 11, 2020, 11:43:39 AM »
Anyone using DSS pistons?
I am ready to order some new pistons and was looking at Icon, JE, and DSS pistons.
Looking for a reasonable priced forged piston for my build and have not bought any pistons for a while and don't know what are the good brands.
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Greg
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #1 on: August 11, 2020, 12:07:45 PM »
I like using pistons that have a more modern ring pack.   The 1/16" & 3/16" stuff is almost antiquated now.  We're using a lot of 1mm and 1.5mm rings.  Racetec is an option, as well as Mahle, and Diamond.  I use all 3. 
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #2 on: August 11, 2020, 01:02:11 PM »
Thanks Brent
that is what I was looking for.
Greg
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #3 on: August 11, 2020, 04:01:08 PM »
I have some 80's vintage BRC pistons for my 428, they use .043" top rings.
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #4 on: August 11, 2020, 04:42:48 PM »
Quote from: TomP on August 11, 2020, 04:01:08 PM
I have some 80's vintage BRC pistons for my 428, they use .043" top rings.

What's the oil ring pack thickness?
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #5 on: August 12, 2020, 02:15:24 PM »
Greg,

There is definitely some gains to be had with a modern ring pack too....some good info out there on that as it relates to friction and power. 
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Re: DSS pistons
« Reply #6 on: August 12, 2020, 05:58:38 PM »
Decided to buy a set of Racetec's from Brent.
As soon as my engine gets out of the machine shop [hopefully by the middle of September] so I will know the new deck height so I can order.
Looking forward to building it and getting it in the 63 Galaxie next year.
Greg 
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