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HELP 1st time assembling Big Bore Piston 4 Years, 1 Month ago  
I am about to install a Orient Express 100mm piston on my 99 Road Star.

My cylinders have been Nikasilled (Nickel Sillicon Carbide)

I get mixed messages with regards to the chrome face rings supplied and lubrication during 1st time assembly of the piston. I will be using a Total Seal gapless topring.

Some say use lots of lubrication with semi-synthetic engine oil. Others say it will glaze the cylinders and the piston rings won't set.

Others say to use special running-in oil in the engine and during assembly.

Some say to use lots WD40 instead of engine oil to lubricate before assembly as it is supposed to burn off at first start.

Others say to use 2% 2-stroke oil during the break-in in the fuel.

I would really appreciate all advice.

John
 
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