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Connecting Rod and Piston

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The connecting rods are forged steel, heat treated and shot peened. The connecting rod incorporates the semi-floating type pin. The pistons are cast aluminum. The piston rings are of a low tension type to reduce friction. The top compression ring is stainless steel. The second compression ring is cast iron. The oil ring is a 3-piece spring construction.