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Connecting Rod, Engine

Ford does not provide any information reqarding service or torque specifications for the short block.
Crankshaft Connecting Rod Journal Diameter (1.967 - 1.968 inch)
Production Repair (1.957 - 1.958 inch)
End play (0.008 - 0.016 inch)
Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance (0.001 - 0.002 inch)
Bearing Thickness (0.058 - 0.059 inch)
Crank Bore Diameter (2.087 - 2.088 inch)
Pin Bore Diameter (0.825 - 0.826 inch)
Length (center to center) (6.094 inch)
Side clearance (0.076 - 0.120 inch)
Axial clearance (0.005 - 0.014 inch)