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Old Dec 14, 2006 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by EGKID
replace the piston rings or valve seals... fun stuff
you mean valves and/or seats?

the seals dont hold any pressure, they just keep oil from dripping down the valve/guide.

the contact between the valve and its seat is where the pressure is held. there is a VERY easy way to check and see if its your valves that are not sealing properly....
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