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Connecting Rod: Service and Repair

Fig. 19 Piston & rod assembly. V8 engines exc. V8-350 high performance:

Fig. 20 Piston & rod assembly. V8-350 high performance:

Fig. 21 Piston & rod assembly. V6-229 & 262:

Fig. 22 Piston & rod assembly. V6-173:

Assemble pistons to connecting rods as shown in Figs. 19 through 22. Upon installation, measure the connecting rod side clearance using a suitable feeler gauge. Refer to ``Engine Rebuilding Specifications'' for connecting rod side clearance.