Originally Posted by nitrowarrior
I would like to interject something for thought processes. Piston dwell, combustion travel, harmonic deflection on piston skirts and Ring stabilization (ring chatter and land wear to name a few small matters). I appreciate angles and degrees. I am very anal when it comes to geometry, Other factors for longevity and producing horsepower have effects that have been substantiated and this is a subjuct this forum needs to hae discussed. All that have an opinion to attest are more than welcome in my mind to bring forth their ideas and let this forum go forward with better ideas of what works and what doesn't.