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15. Proper torquing of the main bearing caps is critical to longevity. The bolts are clean and lightly lubed, and a three-stage torque sequence is used to tighten the bolts. Once tight, the crank is spun by hand to ensure the proper feel. Engine building is both an art and a science, and experience counts.
Dodge 440 Engine Rebuild - Mopar Muscle

 15. Proper torquing of the main bearing caps is critical to longevity. The bolts are clean and lightly lubed, and a three-stage torque sequence is used to tighten the bolts. Once tight, the crank is spun by hand to ensure the proper feel. Engine building is both an art and a science, and experience counts.  View Related Article

 

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