[Bricklin] AMC Rod Bearings

[Rick at High Tech Coatings]

 Greg  side clearance in itself should not be and issue if they are the
original rods in the original locations BUT when rebuilding V8s it is
important to place 2 feeler gauges between the rids before they are torqued
and that both rods are on the journal before either one is tightened. That way
the caps can be properly aligned, if not on of the caps can cock slightly and
lock the engine. you can install all one side but leave the caps loose then
install the other side. rotate the engine several times to make sure
everything is fine then place the appropriate feeler gauges between the rods
perpendicular to the rod you are torquing making sure they are between the
cap/rod seam. This will probably cure your issue.  another note, when
reinstalling you oil pump gears make sure you check and adjust the end
clearance, you may need a thinner than stock gasket.
On 4/25/2009 11:13:56 PM, Greg Schroeder (gschroeder at comcast.net) wrote:

> I have removed all the pistons again to check the crank and make sure
> there
> is no drag from the mains.  Moves nice and smooth.
>
> I tried to purchase an older gap gage to check the gap between the two
> rods
> a