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Originally Posted by R1ffR4ff
Some one has used a,"Honing" tool on the cylinders in an attempt to get some more mileage out of them.I used one on a set of barrels on one of my old Hondas.Worked a bit in oil reduction if done right but not a real fix compared with a re-bore and new pistons.As my Hondas had integral barrels it was a cheaper alternative than a re-bore and got another 10k out of that engine before it got too bad and became a ,"Two-Stroke"<grin> 
I only paid £25 for the engine so........ |
It is entirely possible that they were not freshly bored but were "re-used". New pistons not really needed with a fresh rebore as long as they're in spec, you do need new rings though (and you should with a hone as well).