Everything You Need To Know About Cylinder Bore Surface Finish - NHRA Trackside Tech Talk

Based on the amazing response from "Cylinder Bore Honing For Horsepower! Watch This Before You Hone Your Block!" - Here's the deep dive into everything you need to know about cylinder bore finish. If you have any questions about cylinder bore honing for today's piston rings, this is your in-depth seminar. Ed Kiebler from Rottler Mfg joins Lake Speed Jr for a master class on cylinder bore surface finish. This tech talk begins with background information on the relationship between the cylinder bore and piston rings. Next, they cover the evolution of piston ring materials and coatings, and most importantly how those changes have impacted the art of cylinder bore honing. Specific surface finish values for ductile moly vs PVD coated steel rings are provided. Also, Rpk, Rk and Rvk values for different engine applications are listed. A full explanation of the Rpk, Rk and Rvk values are provided as well as information related to conventional, diamond and CBN abrasives. Leaving no stone unturned, the duo also covers the initial engine break-in process. This tech talk hits on all the key topics related to honing and piston ring seal, and the links below provide even greater detail on particular topics. Honing For Horsepower    • 3 Steps To More Horsepower: Cylinder Bore ...   Break-In Oil    • ☑️ Do’s & Don’ts ⛔️ of Engine Break-In Oil...   Dyno Break-In    • Don't RUIN Your Engine! Here's How To Brea...   Break-In Without A Dyno    • How To Break-In An Engine - Watch BEFORE Y...   Dr. Mark Malburg on Surface Finish    • BONUS EPISODE - Mark Malburg talks surface...   Piston Ring Thickness & Engine Temperature    • Engine Running HOT? Watch This Video BEFOR...   What is Ring Seal Soup?    • What Is Ring Seal Soup?   #RacingEngine #CylinderBore #CylinderHoning #PistonRings #Enginetechnology #horsepower #engine