Crankcase assembly: crankshaft/connecting rods assembly
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Reassembly of the connecting rods
Before starting, check that the crankshaft main bearing journals and big-end journals are free of burrs or evident signs of
machining: if necessary, clean the surfaces with very fine emery cloth and oil.
Check that the grooves are in perfect condition with no signs of forcing.
Check that each connecting rod and cap are equipped with their locating pins (A).
Wash the pins and dry them with compressed air.
Clean and lubricate the journals and con-rod bearing shells with engine oil and fit the con-rods in their original mounting
positions.
Fit the caps to the corresponding connecting rods. Make sure that the mark on the cap is the on the same side as the
mark on the connecting rod.
Use the recommended grease to lubricate the threads and underside of the heads of the new screws (8) and the threaded
hole in the connecting rod, packing in grease from both sides of the hole.
Warning
The grease utilised is an irritant in contact with the skin. Wear protective gloves.
Important
Lubrication of big-end cap screws is essential to obtain the correct coupling and to prevent breakage of the parts.
The big-end cap screws may only be used for one tightening.
Temporarily fit the gudgeon pin (L) to align the connecting rods, and then tighten the screws.
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