Once the engine was taken apart I discovered the block had not been bored. Someone had installed a rebuilt crankshaft with new pistons (Non forged) but did not re-bore the block. There was about .007″ clearance between the pistons and the cylinder wall with a feeler gauge.
Hear Too Much Piston Slap on Rebuilt Saab 3 Cylinder, Two Stroke Engine
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