Should I replace connecting rod bolts?
Do I need to replace connecting rod bolts? You don’t have to replace them. But if you are going to be doing any after market parts to raise the horsepower then it isn’t all that much more for some new nuts and bolts. I think Summit has a kit you can buy.
Is it bad to drive with a bad rocker arm?
With broken or loose rocker arms, the exhaust valves and intake valves can’t function correctly and the cylinder associated with the faulty rocker arm will be disabled. This will ultimately limit the performance of your engine and your ability to drive the car smoothly and safely.
What do you need to know about intake push rods?
The most important thing is that the push rods are installed correctly. They are different lengths. GM recommends new lower intake bolts, and have updated the torque specs on the rocker arms and lower intake bolts. More Questions For… The intake and exhaust rocker / Pushrods are labeled in the picture below.
How to adjust GM 3400 3.4L pushrod rocker arms?
Intake valves are closer to the valley of the engine. No compression on 3.4 V6 Aztec, replaced one cylinder head only but did remove push rods etc from both to replace gaskets, also turned the engine over without push rods good compression, left overnight still no compression any one have any ideas I am stumped. Lifters?
How do you Torque a roller lifter rod?
Using the above table, torque the rod bolts to achieve the required amount of stretch for your application. Record this torque spec as this is the exact torque spec that you will be using to install your rods in the motor.
Do you have to torque your rod bolts?
Torqueing your rod bolts without pre-determining the required torque to achieve the correct rod bolt stretch is not recommended. However if this is the only tightening method available to you, DO NOT EXCEED THE TORQUE AMOUNT INDICATED FOR YOUR BOLTS. NOTE: Your Crowerods are totally rebuildable.