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why do.................

Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2010 2:41 pm
by bristolmod
TV175 pistons have windows and other models only have cutaways??

Re: why do.................

Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2010 2:50 pm
by Rich_T
Because the gudeon pin is further up the piston the skirt is less supported. The ring around the bottom of the piston supports the skirt.

Re: why do.................

Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2010 9:14 pm
by Muppet
I few of the 200 pistons came with windows instead of cutaways.

Re: why do.................

Posted: Sat Oct 30, 2010 9:16 pm
by bristolmod
interesting point re the strengthening element..........However, I've just stripped down an SX150 engine, and that piston (OE fitted) has windows as well

Chris