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Connecting Rod: Service and Repair

Fig. 11 Piston crown markings:




Fig. 12 Connecting rod casting marks:





Assemble the piston to the rod with the arrow on piston crown pointing toward front of engine and casting marks on rod facing intermediate shaft, Figs. 11 and 12.

Pistons and rings are available in .010 inch, .020 inch and .040 inch oversize. Oversize piston pins are not available.