After supper I went back out to the garage for a spell, and removed both
rods from the crankcase. I’ve never run across roller bearing retainers
on the rods like these, in six sections, with two rollers in each.
I did not pull the crankshaft out yet, as I have to file down the burs
on the keyway.
Not liking what I see on the crank rod journals though…… some
etching and wear. Will “mic” them once it’s out. Perhaps it
will have to do for a “once a year” run until I come by a parts
motor, or end up using this one for parts.
Garry, What are your thoughts on the Speeditwin connecting rods.
Is there suppose to be a different rod, hence part number, on
each side? Mine are both the same part / casting number and are drilled
the same, but because the small end of the rod boss is off-set, one
oil hole ends “up”, the other “down”.
Thanks.
Prepare to be boarded!