Not sure what all you and Bill talked about, but I thought I would mention the tightening technique he wants used on his rods. It was different from anything I was used to, so that's why I mention. Also not sure if you are using the 396 or 426 forgings. But his big deal is dousing the serrations of the rods, and the fasteners completely in the engine oil your going to run. No assembly lube! Then snug the caps with feeler gauges between the rod pair to perfectly align them. Snug would be 20-25 ft. lbs. Then go to the final torque in one smooth single pull on the torque wrench. None of this 3-4 step stuff. I found it pretty difficult under the car with the 426 forgings going to 100 ft. lbs. Much easier on the engine stand for sure. How long are the new rods? 6.7? Best of luck with them.
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