Connecting Rod

1999 Ford F 150 4WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2SECTION Connecting Rod
Connecting Rod Bend for each 25 mm (1.97 in) 0.04 mm (0.0015 in)
Side Clearance 0.11-0.49 mm (0.0047-0.01929 in)
Side Clearance (Max.) 0.36 mm (0.014 in)
Connecting Rod Bolts 1st Pass 40 Nm
2nd Pass Additional 90°
RENDER: 1.0x

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