So Over the Weekend I took my time and got started on the bottom end.



Plastigauge is somewhat controversial, but I did it anyway. On my spec sheet from Butler listed the main bearing clearances i just wanted to verify



Very Nice ARP Studs that I torqued using the ARP Lube to Spec

I also Did something that may be overboard, but should be done with a blueprint. Checked Crank Endplay
It was also in Spec




Then I spend some time with the Pistons and Connecting rods. Much research went into making sure They were oriented the correct way. You will see others have made a boo boo and put the rods on backwards. Essentially the Chamfered ends ride against the Crank fillet (I think that what they call it).

I had to take a couple of pistons apart since I had them incorrect. I admit it! Also I BROKE!! two rings and had to order two single piston sets since they dont sell the rings individually.

These Are Ross Forged Pistons with Forged H Beam Rods. These Rods are BIG!





Slid them in and Torqued to Spec with the Correct Orientation of Rods and Pistons making Eyebrows