Piston Ring

1999 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L VIN 2 Flex FuelSECTION Piston Ring
Ring Width Compression (Top) 0.0575 - 0.0587 Inch (in)
Compression (Bottom) 0.0575 - 0.0587 Inch (in)
Oil Ring Side Seal - Snug Fit
Service Limit 0.006 Inch (in)
MAX
Ring Gap Compression (Top) 0.01 - 0.02 Inch (in)
Compression (Bottom) 0.01 - 0.02 Inch (in)
Oil Ring (Steel Rail) 0.010 - 0.049 Inch (in)
Side Clearance 1st Ring 0.0012 - 0.0031 Inch (in)
2nd Ring 0.0012 - 0.0031 Inch (in)
RENDER: 1.0x

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