hey everyone: got the results of the ring analysis over the phone. They seem to feel the rings looked seated and really feel the grease isn't my problem. They found no grease residue anywhere. (sent along a sample). They don't think the rings were spinning either. Side wear looked ok. Said they felt the drain back holes I questioned are adequate and shouldn't be an issue. Well I guess I can basically rule out the rings, pistons, etc.) Now the only thing left is the fuel pump. Got one ready to go. I know it can't be that, but what the heck, I'll change it out and see what happens. If it's not that, I am 100% out of idea's, maybe, until I decide to tear it down again-haven't got that far yet. I guess the analysis makes me feel a bit better knowing grease may not have been a good choice, but kinda sounds like it won't hurt the ring seal much, if all, or may delay it just a bit. Well I guess that's all for now. I'll keep ya all posted as usual when I find the problem. Again, thank you all for helping me with this! Later