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Clevite Pistons TC3173- anybody use these?

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Was wondering if anyone uses these here? My builder has a set but I am hesitant since they seem to be uncommon. They are cast units with a .180 dome .
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Scott,

What are your goals for the engine? Here is a link for the specs http://www.clevite.com/products/Piston Specs.pdf

They run about $30 each, so I hope he would cut you a good deal on them if they fit your needs.
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Scott,

You will need to run 93 octane and you may want to consider a .041 head gasket if one is available.

I see no reason to run a stall speed converter as you cam duration is very mild. In fact you can even go to the K1302 cam if mpg is not a factor
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Scott,

Cutting down the dome is a common practice for dialing in compression ratio.
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