Stephen, I just installed the pistons in the cylinders. Slid the piston/'s down just enough to slide the wrist pin in. When doing this the lower oil ring will slightly be out of the bore, It will be in the chamfer part of the sleeve. After very carefully installing the outer sir clip (the inner clip is installed before installing the pistons in the bore) gently apply a steady straight pressure and the lower oil ring will just slip right in nicely (oil it well) Repeat for the other side. Note take it easy and go slow. Rags covering the space around the piston to prevent the sir clip from falling in the engine (not good) Make sure the sir clip snaps home in the groove (bright light, magnify glass, double check) slide the jugs down and your there. I just did this Monday and worked very well by myself. IMO it is best and safer to go about the piston installation as described by Pat but requires help and a removable ring compressor, The hose clamps will work but I would put some shim stock around the rings to prevent the rings getting scratched. Good luck T
