Short Block Assembly (continued)
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Install the rod bearings, and moly the crank side
of the bearings. Cut a couple 2" pieces of
5/16" hose and place them over the rod bolts,
this will prevent scarring the bore or crank when
installing the rod and piston. |
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While it may appear the rods are symmetrical on
each side, they are not. The large end has two different
bevel cuts. The larger radius (right) must face
towards the outside of the crank journal, other
wise the rod will bind against the journal. |
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Stagger the ring gaps, and load the piston into
a suitable installer. Install the piston using the
wood handle of a hammer to tap it down. Make sure
the rings are not caught up on the edge of the bore,
or that the rod bolts aren't hitting the crank. |
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Lube the rod bolt threads and nuts with moly, and
torque to 25 lb.ft. for stock rod bolts, or 30 lb.ft.
for ARP fasteners. |
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While the motor is still upside down, we install
the oil pump and pickup. We used a rebuilt stock
oil pump. |
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With all the pistons and rods installed, we turn
the motor right-side up. We'll install the cam and
timing chain next. |
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(Cam and Lifters) |
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