Engine (Piston) speed and things like ring drag
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crankshaft
what r the torque specs on the plate covering connecting rods on a 2000 honda civic 1.6?
Connecting rods connects the piston to the crank in an automotive engine. This simple and elegant mechanism converts reciprocating motion into rotating motion.
No. They are powdered metal.
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45 foot pounds for regular connecting rods and 65 foot pounds for SD connecting rods.
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The connecting rod has a "wrist pin" which goes through the side of the piston and through the connecting rod. It is one of the most critical fit parts of an engine.The connecting rod or con rod connects the piston to the crank or crankshaft!!!
If you are referring to an internal combustion engine they are also called the 'big ends'. These are the bearings on the crankshaft and connecting rods, the bearings on the other end of the connecting rods are the 'small ends'.
powertrain
Summit Racing is a good choice.