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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 05:28 AM
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stripped down my 883 to replace a worn shifter drum in the transmission (expensive!!). While the bike is in bits I'm cleaning bits up as best I can. Whats the best way to remove the carbon deposits from the piston heads without scratching the face?
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 06:41 AM
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you could always use a honer (i am sure i spelled that wrong) some parts stores you can rent them (odd yes) but you can also buy them they connect to your drill
 
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Maybe a flexible brake rotor hone would work? Or something similar.
 
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 03:27 PM
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The cylinder homers are generally spring loaded pads. Just don't get a ridge reamer. I could get you a pic if u want
 
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Soak in Seafoam or carb cleaner overnight then brush off with a stiff bristled nylon detailing brush.
 
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The cylinder homers are generally spring loaded pads. Just don't get a ridge reamer. I could get you a pic if u want
A cyclinder hone is not going to be much use on a piston head.

gpsjr10's idea was probably the best.
 
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Soak it and or polish the hell out of it
 
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Originally Posted by Gpsjr10
Soak in Seafoam or carb cleaner overnight then brush off with a stiff bristled nylon detailing brush.
This is the best idea........just make sure to use a shop vac to clean out any crap that may get on the top of the rings when your done;
 
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Originally Posted by kahaone
A cyclinder hone is not going to be much use on a piston head.

gpsjr10's idea was probably the best.
Man all I read was piston and was thinking the cylinder itself lol
 
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