Stuck Pistons

[hd76fxlr]

Just bought a 1961 XLH.Got the trans out OK; heads off ;now cylinders stuck to pistons.Anyone run up on this?Thought about rose-bud to heat cyls.Have been soaking in kroil for a week.Bike sat outside for a year.Cases look great.Frame too.Good paper.Thanks Charlie

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[saltcaveminer]

be patient they will free up.tapping on the pistons with a block of wood will set up vibration to help the oil get to the rings.try tapping from the bottom and the top.i like marvel mystery oil for this job.Salty

[Lew]

Automatic transmission fluid works well also.