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Bent rods...now what.

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Old Aug 22, 2021 | 11:11 PM
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Bringing back this thread as I finally got the time to disassemble the motor.
Low and behold, cylinder 1's rod is severely bent (maybe others too, hard to know for sure).

Take a look at this thread where I am asking if this looks safe to use the block/pistons. https://www.miataturbo.net/engine-pe...1/#post1606936
I noted a bit of wear where the crank counterweight rubbed a bit on the backside of the piston.
I am unsure if that makes the crank/pistons unusable or that is not a big deal.
I am planning on adding Manley Forged Rods on this block or another block.



Old Aug 24, 2021 | 06:49 AM
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I feel like I would be more worried about the oil pump than the scuffed up crank and piston.
Old Aug 24, 2021 | 09:08 PM
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Oh the oil pump and many other parts are getting replaced. Good call out though!
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