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This is somewhat true. When it stops running, the aluminum piston head will start cooling faster than the chrome plated brass sleeve. They can't contract at the same speed because the brass and chrome will hold heat longer than aluminum.
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Thanks, that makes a lot of sence. So the long and short of it is that its fine....
Thanks for the advice, just putting my mind at rest really.

Regards Angus