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Rod, Piston And Connecting: Description

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The connecting rod bolts are a one time use, and must be replaced every time they are loosened or removed.

The pistons (1) are made of a high strength Aluminum Alloy B2+Phosphate and Graphite Coating. Conventional Cooling Gallery. Insert Ring + Parallel Type Groove. The piston crown consists of a combustion bowl and four recesses machined for the valves. Circlips (3) secure a full floating piston pin (2). The pistons have a phosphate surface treatment and the piston skirts have a graphite treatment for scuff resistance. The piston skirts have notches to provide the necessary clearance for the oil jets when the pistons are at BDC. The connecting rod (5) that are forged steel I-shaped with a diagonal slit and a tapered faced small end. The connecting rod (5) is a fracture split type rod.