I was reading a John deere service manual tonight. I've thought I've heard all the different ways people stagger piston rings. Personally I like 180 degrees at the wrist pin. Well JD recommends 180 de... View MoreI was reading a John deere service manual tonight. I've thought I've heard all the different ways people stagger piston rings. Personally I like 180 degrees at the wrist pin. Well JD recommends 180 degrees towards the front and back of the piston placing the top compression ring towards the back of the piston (intake valve). add to my list