Cub Cadet MTD 70 Series - Manual (Page 120)

61, 65 and 70 Series Vertical Shaft Engines
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6. Measure the distance between the ring and the ring
land using a feeler gauge and compare the mea-
surement to the chart at the end of this chapter. See
Figure 10.14.
Connecting rod inspection
1. Inspect the connecting rod for cracks or any signs of
damage.
2. Install the rod cap and tighten to a torque of 102 -
111 in-lbs (11.5-12.5 Nm)
3. Measure the inside diameter of the connecting rod
and compare the measurements to those listed in
the chart at the end of this chapter. See Figure
10.15.
NOTE: Take two measurements 90 degrees apart.
This will check the out of roundness of the
connecting rod.
NOTE: Connecting rods are not available as service
parts. If the connecting rod is bad, the
engine must be short blocked.
4. Take the crankshaft journal measurement and subtract it from the connecting rod measurement to get the con-
necting rod to journal running clearance. Compare that number to the one listed in the chart at the end of this
chapter.
Figure 10.14
Feeler gauge
Figure 10.15
Measure at
right angles