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1G Valves hit. Do I need new pistons?

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DSMDEAN

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May 9, 2019
North OGDEN, Utah
my timing belt broke a while ago, and valves smacked. my pistons don't look too bad, but was wondering what you guys think.

there's divits in the pistons but none look cracked, I'm trying to do this for semi cheap so if I could get away without new pistons it would be nice.
 

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I'd say you are probably ok, but I am in the same situation with one of mine. I am pulling my pistons out to check for ring binding after the valves crashed the pistons. I am replacing rings and rod bearings and putting it back together as long as I don't find any problems, or that is my goal anyway.
 
Make sure there aren't any sharp burrs or points where the piston is damaged. Smooth those areas out if they are raised, otherwise they could create hot spots on the piston tops.
 
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