Fitting Rings

Position ring 1/4" from top of cylinder bore. Ring must be square in bore. Measure ring end gap with a feeler gauge. Check side clearance of compression rings prior to installing.
Check ring for binding in ring groove. To check for binding, insert outer edge of ring in its respective groove, and slide ring around entire circumference of piston groove. If binding occurs, check piston groove for high steps, or check ring for distortion.