TM 5-3805-280-24-2
Cylinder Block, Liners, Pistons and Rods
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8. Stagger ring gaps on pistons as shown.
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9. Coat pistons, liners and inside of JDE84 Ring
Compressor with clean engine oil.
A--Piston Head
B--Top Compression Ring
C--Oil Control Ring Gap
D--Expander Ring Gap
E--Bottom Compression Ring Gap
F--Front of Engine
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INSTALL PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD
ASSEMBLY
Earlier engines have the traditional tongue-and-groove
between the connecting rod and cap (A). Later engines
have the Precision JointTM rod and cap (B). Installation of
each rod is similar, with differences noted in the following
procedure.
A--Tongue-and-Groove Rod and Cap
B--Precision JointTM Rod and Cap
Precision Joint is a trademark of Deere & Company
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