caf Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Would anyone have an idea what clearances are proper for aluminum pistons in a Franklin 11A about 1927? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Try EGGE Machine's website....they make new pistons and can probably tell you what you need to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Braverman Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I wouldn't ask Egge. Franklin piston fit is VERY critical. I would talk to Tom at Odyssey Restorations. He is THE Franklin expert.Odyssey Restorations, Inc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted October 30, 2009 Share Posted October 30, 2009 I have .025 in my 1912 D Torpedo, works well. I had .025 in my 11 D Touring, with a Jahns piston, would stick after a long, long pull on a hot summer day.JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cben09 Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 The taper,,oval,,AND the alloy used are all to be considerd,,,Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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