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87lx58 · 09-24-2002, 03:15 PM

You need to resize all 8 rods. Rods become out of round with spun bearings and lots of use. Never install new rods bolts without resizing the rods. Make sure the rod chamfer always faces the outside when installed on crank. Standard clevite or FM bearings are fine for the rods. Your rings are broken from uncareful installation or ends butting.

09-24-2002, 03:15 PM	#5
87lx58 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: pace.fl Posts: 5	bearings You need to resize all 8 rods. Rods become out of round with spun bearings and lots of use. Never install new rods bolts without resizing the rods. Make sure the rod chamfer always faces the outside when installed on crank. Standard clevite or FM bearings are fine for the rods. Your rings are broken from uncareful installation or ends butting.