Parts Sources for Top Overhaul

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- 2021-06-19 at 2:23 pm #4370
  John Griffin
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  I’ve got 2 cylinders off for low compression and need some parts. Can anyone point me towards the sources for or alternatives for:
  
  Rocker Shaft
  
  Rocker Bushing
  
  Intake valves
  
  Exhaust valves
  
  Valve keepers
  
  Cylinger Gasket set
  
  Rings for 3 ring pistons
  
  Thanks,
  
  John
- 2021-06-19 at 8:57 pm #4372
  admin
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  John,
  
  I don’t have instant access to my reference materials at the moment, but will look when I get a chance. In the mean time, you need to specify whether you need plain rings for chrome bores or chrome rings for plain bores? If plain bores, are they standard size or oversize? There is no longer a single source to order parts from since El Reno Aviation closed down.
  
  Thanks,
  
  Jim
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- 2021-06-19 at 9:02 pm #4374
  admin
  Keymaster
  p.s. in my initial reply I missed that you said 3-ring pistons. Sorry.
- 2021-06-20 at 1:17 pm #4375
  John Griffin
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  Jim,
  
  I sent a note to the rebuild shop to confirm, but I believe they are standard bore and steel cylinders. I know parts can be an issue, but was hoping for some guidance on places to call. I’d rather not reinvent the wheel to find the go to places. Plus, I’ve been down nearly a month now and want to get back flying. Thanks for the help.
  
  John
- 2021-06-29 at 12:42 pm #4415
  John Griffin
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  Jim and Sam,
  
  Thanks for the help, Aircraft Specialties in Tulsa had everything I needed. The parts are on the way and hopefully I will be airborne again in a couple weeks.
  
  John
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