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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    Thanks @terryjm1 . I've owned nothing but 90's 4x4's and taking them apart and repairing along the way. I know just enough to be resourceful most the time but dangerous other times.... I started this venture because the engine was developing a small tapping. When starting the engine, it sounds...
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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    Oh god…are the standard bearing sizes not 0.10? Doing search and seems like all bearings are either labeled as standard or 0.10. If I got the wrong size, that would explain so much…especially since I was positive I was doing everything else right…
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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    @terryjm1 and @DarylJ really appreciate y’all’s input. I’ve got brand new bearing cap bolts to go on, but I’ve got another issue that is absolutely killing me…When I started this job I was basically able to crank the engine by hand at the belt with the plugs out and in neutral. Tonight, I went...
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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    Ok y’all, update: I got all the new bearings in, yes new bolts, and new oil pan gasket as well. In addition, I added new plugs, plus wires, and ignition coil pack. when I started it for the first time, it was a little tough to start, but not rumbly, and promptly stopped like an engine stall...
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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    Nevemind, talked to my brother…he said to man up and stop being a pu**y…that worked…that and a black iron cheater bar pipe…Either way, while I’ve got your attention, can y’all confirm the torque specs for putting those bolts back are 15lbs/ft + 80 degree turn?
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    Rod Bearing Cap Bolt problem

    Hey y’all, I have a D1 and I’m trying to replace my rod bearings…I have my oil pan off, but can’t seem to get the bearing cap bolts off to access the bearings. They won’t budge at all. Even tried using impact driver to get them off and nothing. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated...