Ring compressor?

[K9-Handler]

I've done my share rebuilding car/truck engines, but this is my first foray into these microscopic 2-strokes.

Is there such a thing as a small ring compressor for these tiny pistons, or is there another method for getting the piston and ring safely into the jug?

 

[cord arrow]

HERE ya go....

 

[TRI955]

Check with Bailey's,
http://www.baileysonline.com/itemdetail.asp?item=10429&catID=93
Works good for me.

cold arrow types faster....

 

[Geno44]

Occasional ring compressor

There are some nice small compressors which are inexpensive. You can use a stainless hose clamp or some people build a plastic wrap by cutting off some of an spray paint can top. The correct tool is nice if you do very much work. I think Bailey's has it and others. I was typing while the other person was posting!

 

[forestryworks]

Check with Bailey's,
http://www.baileysonline.com/itemdetail.asp?item=10429&catID=93
Works good for me.

cold arrow types faster....

and shorter

 

[K9-Handler]

great

Thanks, Guys! :yourock:

This is the kind of stuff forums excel at.

"Piston support block"? Small block Chebbys or Jag 3.8's never needed needed piston support blocks...

The paint-can-top and hose clamps were great ideas. I may incorporate both into one compressor!

 

[cord arrow]

Yeah..but you need 'em here...

You're placing the jug on the piston...not the piston into the cylinder...

I made my first one from a piece of wood...still use it.