Check the torsion of the connecting rod (5) by comparing
two points (A and B) of the pin (3) on the horizontal plane
of the axis of the connecting rod.
Position the mount (1) of the dial gauge (2) so that this
pre-loads by approx. 0.5 mm on the pin (3) at point A and
zero the dial gauge (2). Shift the spindle (4) with the
connecting rod (5) and compare any deviation on the
opposite side B of the pin (3): the difference between A and
B must be no greater than 0.08 mm.
Check the bending of the connecting rod (5) by comparing
two points C and D of the pin (3) on the vertical plane of the
axis of the connecting rod.
Position the vertical mount (1) of the dial gauge (2) so that
this rests on the pin (3) at point C.
Swing the connecting rod backwards and forwards seeking
the highest position of the pin and in this condition zero the
dial gauge (2).
Shift the spindle (4) with the connecting rod (5) and repeat
the check on the highest point on the opposite side D of the
pin (3). The difference between point C and point D must be
no greater than 0.08 mm.
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Checking axis alignment
Check the parallelism of the rod axes (1) by using a suitable
device (5) and operating as follows:
- Fit the connecting rod (1) on the spindle of the tool (5)
and lock it with the screw (4).
- Set the spindle (3) on the V-prisms, resting the
connecting rod (1) on the stop bar (2).
Figure 62
Figure 63
Figure 64
Figure 65
To fit the piston rings (1) on the piston (2) use the pliers
99360184 (3).
The rings need to be mounted with the word ”TOP” (4)
facing upwards. Direct the ring openings so they are
staggered 120
° apart.
Mounting the connecting rod - piston assembly
Carry out the steps for removal described on pages 28 and
29 in reverse order.
The connecting rod screws can be reused as long
as the diameter of the thread is not less than 13.4
mm.
Mounting the piston rings
Checking torsion
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Checking bending
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Checking connecting rod alignment
(Demonstration)
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SECTION 4 - OVERHAUL AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
F3B CURSOR ENGINES
Base - May 2007