09-24-2009, 01:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Sigs
The piston rings are 99% likely what's wrong with it.. it was a big problem on that year 2.5 engines.
So I failed to mention I work at a Nissan Dealership, but that's only because I'm fairly new there.. I talked to a few of the mechanics I would like to keep the car as a beater.. but I figure in the meantime I might do some upgrading to the engine. Anyone else feel free to suggest anything. I'm all ears.
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So what were the rings doing? Carboning up and hanging in the pistons, rubbing away, gaining gap?
I only ak because it would seem that there has to be an aftermarket for these engines with better than original parts. Or so one would think.
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