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Piston, Engine

Piston rod cap-to-piston connecting rod nuts 26 ft. lbs.
Piston Diameter Coded red 3.5024-3.5031 inch
Coded blue 3.5035-3.5041 inch
Coded yellow 3.5045-3.5051 inch
Piston-to-bore clearance 0.0012-0.0022 inch
Service limit 0.031 inch Max
Service piston selection
When replacing pistons, measure the cylinder bore. Install the indicated service piston.
Piston bore diameter Service piston grade required
Red 3.5043-3.5053 inch
Blue 3.5053-3.5063 inch
Yellow 3.5063-3.5073 inch