ok no takers on my seat problem lets try this one! where can you get pistons for an MC16? apex say you can't get them now. but i'm sure someone will know of a supplier. will MC18s fit?
In fact, I know MikeNye is after a set for his MC16 too, so a worthwhile enquiry for you both!
All the NSR's share similar bore sizes, so you'll probably find that, although not a perfect match, one of the MC18 pistons should do the job. It's just a case of knowing which one has the closest measurement to the MC16 - and if he doesn't know, I'm sure he'll make the effort to find out!!!
Thanks Jeff and Andy didnt realise you were gonna post anything though Jeff. As for the pistons Ive spoken with my good m8 NK and he wants me to send him an old piston so he can measure it etc. Apparently Grampian who do loads of stroker stuff could have a good match...ill keep you posted!
be good to speak to tyga too did you want me to email him?
your e- mail got me thinking, but i came up with nothing. so i stuck this on while the pc was still warm. i've been trying to find a post from a guy on jamies site who rebuilt his motor three times. he must have got pistons from someone! not found it yet. lets hope matt or nigel can come up with something.
aparently there are pistons with the same dimentions but they only have single rings and go into a major meltdown. will speak to Nigel soon. Jeff do you have an old piston I can send him?
well i checked a mc16 piston and barrel with waynes mc18, and it all looks to be the same. both pistons are the same size, fit both barrels with the same clearance. both are marked KV3. the only differance i could see is the mc16 piston is marked HF1 inside, the mc18 is marked HF4.this is the early mc18 engine.
so what do we think guys?
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The MC16 has an uncoated piston crown, with rings of a different material, but dimensionally they're the almost identical to the MC28, so it is not only acceptable to fit the latest model pistons, but recommended. do replace as a pair though as their weight is different.
Also, the MC16 doesn't have oiling holes for the gudgeon pin, so all in all the MC28 piston is a better choice.
The MC28 piston is actually a good choice for any NSR from 16~28.
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The MC28 piston is actually a good choice for any NSR from 16~28.
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lets try this one! where can you get pistons for an MC16? apex say you can't get them now. but i'm sure someone will know of a supplier. will MC18s fit?
i've been trying to find a post from a guy on jamies site who rebuilt his motor three times. he must have got pistons from someone! not found it yet. lets hope matt or nigel can come up with something.
