no i was the hose that was on it wasnt good enough and kept collapsing letting the crank case build up pressure! try to please read the whole thread when contributing an answer ive seen your work and respect you but as far as nippon rings being shitty thats just some guys opinion as those are oem for many applications any way and i have never had problem when using them and id say since the shop opened in 03 i have more than enough engine builds under my belt and even so more way before that. i checked clearance and know how to file the gaps for clearance. thank you for taking time to look and contribute though.peace.