5.7vortec smallblok350

Discussion in 'Powerboats' started by maxum, May 12, 2007.

  1. maxum
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    maxum Junior Member

    hi new here

    can you tell how to tell if the con rods on this engine is to the front?.
    i had a shop to fit new pistons on but they maybe put on back to front:mad: .
    so b4 i put them back im thinking its best to ask.

    thanks.
     
  2. LORDBLiTZ
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    LORDBLiTZ Junior Member

    huh? As long as the rods are the right way on the crank, and the pistons have a 4 valve relief, can't see you having a problem.

    Does the engine spin over easy? The rods that sit on the same journal, have to be flat back to back.
     
  3. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    The locking tabs on the bearings go towards the outside. The pistons should have the notch facing forward.
     

  4. maxum
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    maxum Junior Member

    thanks ,guys thats what im looking for .i know about the pistons.
     
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