S&S Cycle 114 Big Bore Kit for Victory Motorcycles - Manual (Page 5)

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2- Measure the ring end gap with a feeler gauge as illustrated in Picture 3.
3- See table for proper end gap measurement. If adjustment to the gap must be made, use a proper ring end gap filing tool.
4- Always file from the ring face towards the inside diameter to avoid damaging the face coating.
5- Remove material from only one end of the ring.
6- Ensure that ring end gaps are square.
7- Remove sharp edges and burrs.
8- Recheck gap measurement and adjust as necessary.
9- Repeat procedure with the other rings.
PISTON RING INSTALLATION
Note: The top piston ring has a shiny chrome color and has a letter “N” that designates the top of the ring. The second ring has a dull black finish and has
a letter “N” that designates the top of the ring. In both cases the letter “N” should face upwards toward the top of the piston. The oil rails and expanders
can be installed in either direction.
1- Install the oil ring expander to the bottom groove of the piston. The expander ring has a gold finish. Make sure the end of the expander ring
is butted together and not overlapping. If the tips are overlapped, excessive oil consumption will occur. Orient the expander gap according
to the diagram below.
Picture 3