1998 Nissan Altima Pistons

1998 NISSAN ALTIMA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JOEL JAEN
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ause when I took off the piston it was all breaking a part. I think the engine was over heater. what sugestion you guys recommend me. Thanks.
Apr 16, 2009 at 8:24 PM
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BILLYMAC
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if you have the engine out send to a machine shop and have the entire block checked for warpage. have the cylinder head checked for cracks and warpage.
if block and head are ok new pistons rings main bearings and rod bearings..billymac
Apr 16, 2009 at 8:32 PM
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