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Piston & Rod Assembly: Removal

  1. Remove intake manifold, heads, oil pan and oil pump. Mark rod and caps for reinstallation in same cylinder. Use ridge reamer to remove any deposits or ridge on upper end of cylinder bore.
    NOTE: Pistons must be at bottom of stroke and covered with cloth to collect cuttings.
  2. Remove rod cap and use guide hose over threads of rod bolts to prevent damage to journals and threads. Remove rod and piston assembly out top of block.
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