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Old 05-05-2026, 08:18 PM   #6
Diastole
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Default Re: Connecting Rod stud w galled threads

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Thank you for all the great advice

The original studs are 1/2“ x 20 tpi

According to Les Andrews, all I need to do is get to 35 to 40 foot pounds of torque

Each side of the bearing cap had two shims
I doubt the studs were stretched out
I will plasti-gauge when I put it back together

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