In a message dated 98-12-28 20:49:50 EST, you write:
<< Hey, I haven't been around long enough to remember that trick. :-)
What's
the deal with turning the pistons around? My gut says there must be a
downside
or they'd do it that way from the factory. Why turn around the pistons and
alter the carefully designed combustion chamber? >>
The pistons are mounted offset to lesson engine noise, but they also put more
load (aka: friction) on the cylinder walls. Turning them around reduces
friction and is good for a little more power. Maybe 5-10hp.
Brad
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