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WHO HERE likes a dingle-berry hone ?
My understanding is that the hone process is critical. Especially the crosshatch angle and grade of the stone. The finish must match the type of ring used and prevent unnecessary loading of the rings. Plateau is the area between hone grooves which in surface area is just as important to the depth of the honing grooves for oil retention & seal.
IMO honing is a precision process, which means professional equipment. the bore cleaning process is also crucial as much material holds up in the grooves. 
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Darren Beale
Keith Black Racing Engines®
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