Cub Cadet T65 Series - Manual (Page 97)

Crankshaft, piston and connecting rod
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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 53 -62 in
lbs (6 - 7 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 10.16.
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 sub-
tract it from the connecting rod measurement to get
the connecting rod to journal running clearance.
Compare that number to the one listed in the chart at
the end of this chapter.
Figure 10.16
Measure at
right angles