jd4242
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Damn, the factory service manual didn't mention anything about that, that I saw anyway. I popped a rod cap off to see what the bearings looked like since I had the oil pan off. Re-used the nuts. I don't want to tear it apart again just for that. I torqued them down to the higher end of spec. I don't mind replacing the harmonic balancer bolt, that one's easy. I'll re-use the one for now, since I'll be back in the front of the engine for a fan clutch and pulleys in the near future.
Think I'll be alright?
Yea.lots of people reuse the rod bolts, ford doesnt even make them anymore.you have to use arp 302 rod bolts..the crank is probably fine unless you used it like 3-4 times putting the pulley on..its only like a $8 bolt from ford so honestly if you get time it might be worth it.typically they fail when removing or installing it..the threads will physically pull apart and be very difficult to remove or install..never head of one failing once installed and pulley falling off or anything. .they fail when I stalling then next time when you remove it, it will fall apart and IF it comes out your need to chase the shaft with a tap..thats if..ive seen them break in the crank