Chevrolet Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Connecting Rod: Specifications

Connecting Rod Bore Diameter  ...................................................................................................................................  53.962-53.978 mm (2.124-2.125 in)
Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round  ..................................................................................................................................................  0.008 mm (0.0002 in)
Connecting Rod Length - Center to Center  ......................................................................................................................  144.75-144.81 mm (5.69-5.70 in)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance  ..........................................................................................................................................  0.25-0.37 mm (0.010-0.015 in)

Connecting Rod Bearing Cap Bolt

First Pass  ................................................................................................................................................................................................  20 N.m (15 lb ft)
Final Pass  .........................................................................................................................................................................................................  75 degrees