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Piston & Rod Assembly: Installation

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  1. Turn crankshaft so No. 1 journal is at BDC. Install piston and rod assembly until ring compressor contacts block. Guide rod over journal and use wooden handle of hammer to push piston into cylinder.
  2. Repeat with No. 4 piston and rod assembly ensuring that tabs on bearing halves engage notches in respective rod and cap. Tighten caps on rods 1 and 4, then rotate crankshaft 180° and install No. 2 and No. 3 piston and rod assemblies.
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