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**octaneman** · 05-25-2009, 09:37 AM

Hi Rocobandito

Are you sure that you did not install the new piston and rod back-wards ? I've seen it happen where the rod was installed incorrectly and the engine wouldn't spin. Remove the piston and rod check for proper positioning, size , and reinstall. Check the rings to see if they are the proper size for the piston, lubricate the walls of the cylinder to ensure a smooth fit.

post your findings.
Good luck !

05-25-2009, 09:37 AM	#3 (permalink)
octaneman Mentor Home Support, Gearhead Automotive Center Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 545 OS: WINXP	Re: Replacing piston rod on B&S Engine Hi Rocobandito Are you sure that you did not install the new piston and rod back-wards ? I've seen it happen where the rod was installed incorrectly and the engine wouldn't spin. Remove the piston and rod check for proper positioning, size , and reinstall. Check the rings to see if they are the proper size for the piston, lubricate the walls of the cylinder to ensure a smooth fit. post your findings. Good luck ! Last edited by octaneman; 05-25-2009 at 09:46 AM.