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> Sorry, but I have do disagree with this. > > It's very possible to first insert the pistons with the rings into the > cylinder (half way - so the wrist pin isn't covered by the cylinder) and > then connect the pistons to the connecting rods. > > It is a little tricky to get the clips that stop the wrist pins in place , > but with the engine out, and a little thought it works.( see that you have > to assemble it in a certain order, so you can each time knock in one wrist > pin and insert the cylinder fully.) > > I should know I've done it twice already. > Herman yes Herman is right i just put a new set in my 1679cc after breaking a ring , i put the pistons in on my kitchen table (wife wasnt happy) then i put them in the car , i suggest geting a set of long needle nose plyers for the wristpin clip , if your useing button clips im not sure how hard they would be ------------------------------------------------------------------- Search old messages on the Web! Visit http://www.vwtype3.org/list/