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Dome piston or not
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Dome piston or not
My engine kit came today and it included dome pistons by mistake. You may answered this already but can or should I use them?
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Domed pistons use dirrerent connecting rods. The later cubs have them and get more HP.. If you use them you may have a problem with clearance with the head for there was a little change in it too. Let some one who has made the change chime in and give more details.
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The domed pistons alone add very little power. The true power increase comes from a bunch of changes IH made to the engine but primarily from increasing the high idle speed. The other changes allow the engine to breath better with the increased top speed : larger carburetor, manifold, etc.
Many guys have used the domed pistons and claim great power increases. I think a fresh engine will have a great power increase over a worn one. Get the correct pistons and you'll be quite satisified.
Many guys have used the domed pistons and claim great power increases. I think a fresh engine will have a great power increase over a worn one. Get the correct pistons and you'll be quite satisified.
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