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Peart bathed the cylinder walls with assembly lube. It's also OK to use engine oil here instead of assembly lube. Piston rings and grooves should get engine oil or assembly lube to ensure lubrication on startup. Use rod-bolt boots to protect cylinder walls and rod journals from being nicked. When securing the rod and tightening the nuts, inspect bearing security as well.
Budget FE Power! - Part 1 in a Two-Part Series

 Peart bathed the cylinder walls with assembly lube. It's also OK to use engine oil here instead of assembly lube. Piston rings and grooves should get engine oil or assembly lube to ensure lubrication on startup. Use rod-bolt boots to protect cylinder walls and rod journals from being nicked. When securing the rod and tightening the nuts, inspect bearing security as well.  View Related Article

 

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