Rings and bearings

[golf3]

Hey guys,
I have taken out the rods and pistons to check the conrod bearings.
They are not bad, but i'll change them anyways.

THe question remains...

Do i have to change piston rings if i take the piston out???

Do i need to get new conrod end cap bolts???

Do i need to touch the cylinder walls at all???

Thankyou!

[brackie]

Hey guys,
I have taken out the rods and pistons to check the conrod bearings.
They are not bad, but i'll change them anyways.

Mic the big ends and check for wear. You may need a grind.

Do i have to change piston rings if i take the piston out???

No but you should anyway.

Do i need to get new conrod end cap bolts???

Don't know which motor you're working on. New bolts if they're stretch!

Do i need to touch the cylinder walls at all???

Hone them to get the cross-hatch back.

Thankyou!

[golf3]

It's a 2.0L 16v ABF

[82cab]

I agree with brakie
new stretch bolts for the con rods & you should get some for the head too.
new rings and bearings. you'll be up for a couple of hundred dollars but the bottom end should be brand spanker.
It's alot easier to do it all now then later