I did not measure the ring gap or piston clearance , yet . My mistake .
The noise I heard was being made right from the first start , cold .
The piston seemed a bit tight , but I thought with a fresh bore that was typical .
Anyway , I'm sure that after I get things cleaned up , there will be more clearance .
I'll check the ring gap before I put it all together .
Rick , Thanks for posting the clearances I should have .
Pete .