Understanding the importance of applying the Piston and Ring kit
Posted: Thu Jan 23, 2025 8:47 am
The daily life of a grinding company or workshop is always very busy. We know that it is not easy to deal with budgets, deadlines and the service itself. That is why RIO – Riosulense never stops thinking about you, Expert, and about ways to make your work routine easier.
This is how our Piston and Ring kit was developed. Firstly, to provide all the practicality you need, with the Orange Quality you and your customers deserve.
And also so that you can have easy access to our technical videos on finland phone number list to assemble these two components in a single package.
Oh, in case you don't know about our RIO Piston and Ring Kits yet, we've explained a lot about them in this video that you can watch below.
Now that you've been introduced (or reintroduced) to our new feature, let's talk about the importance of its application. But first, it's important to remember what each of them does. Shall we?
How do engine pistons and rings work?
To begin with, it is essential to talk about the piston. It is undoubtedly the most active component of the engine, as it must withstand situations of extreme heat, constant friction and even prolonged inertia.
It works like this: inside the cylinder, the piston moves down, making room for the air-fuel mixture to enter. It then moves up, pushing this mixture forward.
When the pressure reaches its peak, the spark plug generates a spark, suddenly increasing the temperature and generating the explosion of the mixture, which pushes the piston down again and forces the movement of all the other parts.
The rings, on the other hand, endure countless stresses, pressures and temperatures. They are responsible for controlling the flow of oil on the cylinder walls, ensuring compression in the combustion chamber and conducting away some of the heat generated during engine operation.
And while we are talking about them, it is worth remembering that the installation of the rings should be done in the following order: oil ring, scraper ring and compression ring.
In practice, each ring plays a role in the system, so they have different geometries.
IMPORTANT: First, remember the main precautions you should take with piston ring maintenance .
Tips for successful installation of the Piston and Ring Kit
You, my dear expert mechanic or rectifier, should already know how to install these important engine components. But it is always good to bring tips that can add to your experience in this service.
First, have your precision tools, such as the ring expander pliers, on hand. Begin the process by securing the tips of the rings inside the pliers and only make the movement necessary to pass the ring across the diameter of the piston head.
Avoid trying to fit it with your hands, especially by twisting it sideways. This can break or cause a crack in the piece.
Another tip is to take a good look at the ring clearance, especially on the gutter side. To measure, use the clearance gauge to make sure you are putting on the correct ring.
Also be sure to leave a 120 degree gap in the positioning of the tips, as recommended in the manuals.
It is very important to carry out the correct application to ensure the correct operation of the engine piston. Remember, it is necessary that the installation of the RIO Piston and Ring Kit is carried out with maximum precision.
Otherwise, if there is too much clearance or friction between the rings and the cylinder, oil burns, compression leaks, and component seizure can occur.
This is how our Piston and Ring kit was developed. Firstly, to provide all the practicality you need, with the Orange Quality you and your customers deserve.
And also so that you can have easy access to our technical videos on finland phone number list to assemble these two components in a single package.
Oh, in case you don't know about our RIO Piston and Ring Kits yet, we've explained a lot about them in this video that you can watch below.
Now that you've been introduced (or reintroduced) to our new feature, let's talk about the importance of its application. But first, it's important to remember what each of them does. Shall we?
How do engine pistons and rings work?
To begin with, it is essential to talk about the piston. It is undoubtedly the most active component of the engine, as it must withstand situations of extreme heat, constant friction and even prolonged inertia.
It works like this: inside the cylinder, the piston moves down, making room for the air-fuel mixture to enter. It then moves up, pushing this mixture forward.
When the pressure reaches its peak, the spark plug generates a spark, suddenly increasing the temperature and generating the explosion of the mixture, which pushes the piston down again and forces the movement of all the other parts.
The rings, on the other hand, endure countless stresses, pressures and temperatures. They are responsible for controlling the flow of oil on the cylinder walls, ensuring compression in the combustion chamber and conducting away some of the heat generated during engine operation.
And while we are talking about them, it is worth remembering that the installation of the rings should be done in the following order: oil ring, scraper ring and compression ring.
In practice, each ring plays a role in the system, so they have different geometries.
IMPORTANT: First, remember the main precautions you should take with piston ring maintenance .
Tips for successful installation of the Piston and Ring Kit
You, my dear expert mechanic or rectifier, should already know how to install these important engine components. But it is always good to bring tips that can add to your experience in this service.
First, have your precision tools, such as the ring expander pliers, on hand. Begin the process by securing the tips of the rings inside the pliers and only make the movement necessary to pass the ring across the diameter of the piston head.
Avoid trying to fit it with your hands, especially by twisting it sideways. This can break or cause a crack in the piece.
Another tip is to take a good look at the ring clearance, especially on the gutter side. To measure, use the clearance gauge to make sure you are putting on the correct ring.
Also be sure to leave a 120 degree gap in the positioning of the tips, as recommended in the manuals.
It is very important to carry out the correct application to ensure the correct operation of the engine piston. Remember, it is necessary that the installation of the RIO Piston and Ring Kit is carried out with maximum precision.
Otherwise, if there is too much clearance or friction between the rings and the cylinder, oil burns, compression leaks, and component seizure can occur.