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If the notch on the top of the pistion is pointing to the rear, Then the pistion is installed wrong. If you keep puting the pistions in you will come to one that will no fit on the crankshaft. All notches MUST point to the front.

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Q: Does it matter if the piston front mark is pointing to the rear of the engine on a 1985 350?
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