Ring gaps, keying and bearings

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    So I just heard back from Freek and he cleared up alot of confusion for me and hopefully it can help others. freek.JPG
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    Guess I'll just run oem bolts! Also good to know stocks sleeves can handle 700+.
     
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    I say go l19s or freeks h11s for future proof its definitely worth the investment
     
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    I have Freek h11's :)
     
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    oh my bad read that completely wrong you were talking about the OEM CRANK bolt my bad
     
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    Did you have any problems running 0.21top ring 0.24
     
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    I haven't used the built engine yet. Short block is done and has been sitting in my garage for a while now. I'm on a JDM cx-7 and it's running mint. But that gap is perfect. Justin confirmed it and it was confirmed here in other threads. Manley's recommendation is way too loose.
     
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