Engine Drivetrain 2nd Gen S Most liked posts in thread: Mahle or CPS forged pistons?

  1. Dave.0

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    #5 Dave.0, Jan 21, 2014
    You need to figure out the reason the rings / pistons failed before buying a new set.

    The bore may not be in spec anymore. Don't buy parts until you know why they failed and what the true measurement is.
     
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    #4 Nathan, Jan 21, 2014
    I don't think you can wrong with either choice. Personally, I went with pistons sourced from Revolution MINI Works on my rebuild.
     
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    #2 Thumper460, Jan 21, 2014
    The Mahle are the better of the two!! When you figure that most endure racing/ GT track/ ect in the Eu are running the Mahle Piston... go with them.

    Just me.................................

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    #3 genik, Jan 21, 2014
    Why are the Mahle better? Can you please be more specific on the reasons why i should prefer Mahle than CPS?
     
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    #6 Firebro17, Jan 21, 2014
    Mahle is the choice of many a successful racing venture...
     
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    #7 jiminni, Jan 22, 2014
    What brand are they, JE?