Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation: Notes
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Tools Required
- J 8037 Ring Compressor. See Special Tools .
- J 8087 Cylinder Bore Gage
- J 45059 Angle Meter. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
Powdered metal connecting rods and rod bearing caps are NOT interchangeable, and must be assembled with the mating surfaces properly oriented and aligned. Piston, piston pin, and connecting rod are to be serviced as an assembly.