2.2 Piston & ring ????

[navyboy65]

Hey, rebuilding my 2.2 T2(88 block). I'm going .020 over and what is the better cast(staying more stock) pistons (w/std flaoting pins) . I was looking at mahle's at FWDP for $135 with new pins and clips???? Also good rings I have seen sealed power for $80 and hastings for about $60. Others???

So basically if I could hear peoples stories, experiences and preferences. Poss places to buy and costs???

Never used Mahle. Sealed power or Hastings, either one. Both have excellent rings, especially oil rings.

[glhsken]

Make sure either ring is the moly ring.. The "premium" rings will wear quickly and are for A/a motors. I've had great luck with Hastings. seated almost instantly.

[glhsken]

Mahle's are good pistons... I wouldn't use another brand if I had the choice in our cars.