Cylinder honing

[jsned]

I got a 2000 220, putting new rings and piston in it. The cylinder is in spec and looks great. Putting the new rings and piston in anyway. Question is should I hone it or just clean it out??

 

[Y2Z]

if im correct, the KDX cyc. is nickel plated, so all you can do is clean it up, otherwise you will have to get it replated.

 

[jsned]

Thanks for the reply. I didnt want to do it because something looked wrong just was wondering if it would be better for the new rings. Thanks Jeff

 

[JasonWho]

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[kdxfreeeek]

i just went ahead and put a sleeve in it from la sleevs .com its a dream com true pure steel

 

[BRush]

If the cylinder is in good condition, clean it up with a scotch brite pad.
There's a good thread in another forum about prep:

http://www.dirtrider.net/forums3/showthread.php?t=42210

 

[kdxman15]

i got a shop it hine mine they said it was some sort of special hone.

 

[canyncarvr]

EG says you can hone plated cylinders. Others seem to think it's some kind of sin.

Pick your poison, I guess.

re: 'dream come true...pure steel.'

That's funny.

 

[Radiator Ron]

plated cylinders can be honed with a diamond hone, do not use ball or stone. If cylinders have a little aluminum stuck to them use muratic acid to get it off. Be careful though first of all its acid, second it eats aluminum. Use a Q-tip to apply in affected area, then work it with scotch brite pads. Eric offers diamond honing services.