Re: '39 Packard Six - seeking piston ring and spark plug data
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Before buying pistons you would need to ascertain whether the engine has been rebuilt in the past and possibly rebored so that you know what size to get. As for source, I have Egge in my 1954 Patrician along with their pistons but those were put in decades ago.
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Re: '39 Packard Six - seeking piston ring and spark plug data
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Has this engine run much in recent times? That compression doesn't sound too bad. Is the gasoline fresh?
Posted on: Yesterday 17:46
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Re: '39 Packard Six - seeking piston ring and spark plug data
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I agree compression is not that bad, but I suspect this is a clear indication of a valve issue not a ring issue. These engines required a valve job as a regular maintenance issue back in the day. This was due mostly to the quality of the gas available then. Egge can provide rings but it would be necessary to know what engine you have first. A routine valve job is not a big deal and you could do it yourself if you have some mechanical skills.
Posted on: Today 8:41
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