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----- Original Message ----- From: <BOB2TYPE3S@aol.com> > I think you might have just found your problem. You're supposed to stagger > the ring gaps around the piston to control both the oil and the compression. > They shouldn't line up. > > Bob 65 Notch S w/ Sunroof > 69 Square AT-the baby suburban Well they were all lined up but I moved them round so they were 120deg staggered over a year ago. I know you're not supposed to do that though as any ovality of the bore won't match the rings anymore and the seal will be compromised. But they should have worn themselves back into shape by now I would have thought. Mark Seaton '73 Fasty, London ------------------------------------------------------------------- List info at http://www.vwtype3.org/list | mailto:gregm@vwtype3.org