Connecting Rod, Engine
Ford does not provide any information reqarding service or torque specifications for the short block.
| Crankshaft | Connecting Rod Journal Diameter | (1.967 - 1.968 inch) |
| Production Repair | (1.957 - 1.958 inch) |
| End play | (0.008 - 0.016 inch) |
| Connecting Rod | Bearing Clearance | (0.001 - 0.002 inch) |
| Bearing Thickness | (0.058 - 0.059 inch) |
| Crank Bore Diameter | (2.087 - 2.088 inch) |
| Pin Bore Diameter | (0.825 - 0.826 inch) |
| Length (center to center) | (6.094 inch) |
| Side clearance | (0.076 - 0.120 inch) |
| Axial clearance | (0.005 - 0.014 inch) |