Broken piston, what are my options?

wilkie · Post by **wilkie** » Fri Dec 15, 2006 11:14 am

A top end investigation of my 68 912 engine has thrown up a broken piston. All cylinders are in good shape and my mechanic is trying to source a good used replacement.

If we can't I understand that i will need a new set of pistons and cylinders.
What are my options?

I have seen sets ranging from £250-£1000 are there any names I should look for or avoid?

Should i go for standard or big bore?

I would be happy for your advise.

davidppp · Post by **davidppp** » Fri Dec 15, 2006 4:34 pm

Hello there.

I'd first want to know why it broke.

The same will surely ahhpen to the replacement otherwise.

Was it overheated? Detonation?
Bent rod?

Etc..

Kind regards
David