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Rod Bearings

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  1. Upper and lower bearing halves are not interchangeable. Install bearings in pairs. DO NOT file rods or bearing caps. Before installing rod bearings, hold a straightedge across threads of connecting rod bolts.
  2. Ensure connecting rod bolt threads contact straightedge in all areas. If threads fail to contact straightedge, bolts are stretched and must be replaced. Ensure rod bearing cap face surfaces are not damaged.
  3. Bearing shells must be installed with tangs inserted into machined grooves in rods and bearing caps. Ensure hole in upper bearing half aligns with oil hole in connecting rod. Rod bearings are available in 3 oversizes; .001" (.03 mm), .003" (.08 mm) and .010" (.25 mm).
  4. Using a dial indicator, test connecting rod cap side play. Rest tip of dial indicator against connecting rod cap being tested. Move connecting rod to rear of its travel. Zero dial indicator. Move connecting rod forward of its travel and read dial indicator. See CONNECTING RODS  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Apply light coat of engine oil to connecting rod bolt threads before tightening nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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