Pages 6–11 (6 pages)

Act I: Choosing a Piston Fit

From the 1954 Lincoln and Mercury Engine Selective Fit Training Manual

Year
1954
Models
Lincoln and Mercury V-8 engines: pistons, piston pins, rod and main bearings, valve stems
Publication
Registered Mechanics Service Training Number 3
Pages
30

Piston fitting for Lincoln and Mercury: standard pistons numbered 1 to 8 with bore size tables, the feeler stock pull scale test (Lincoln 6-12 lbs, Mercury 5-10 lbs), oversize pistons of .020, .030 and .040 inch, and a summary of the best selection.

What this section covers

  • Standard piston sizes
  • Pull scale clearance
  • Oversize pistons
  • Best selection
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