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216 engine reassembly #1453952 06/04/2022 5:22 PM
Joined: Feb 2022 Posts: 1 Ashland, NH M Matt A Moderated
Matt A Moderated M Joined: Feb 2022 Posts: 1 Ashland, NH	Hi, quick question. This the first time I have reassembled a car engine. I’m reassembling my 216 from a 1947 4400. I’m starting to tighten the mains. I can turn the crank over, but with effort. Before I go farther, how much resistance on turn the crank is acceptable? Thanks, Matt 1947 Chevrolet 4400

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216 engine reassembly	Matt A	06/04/2022 5:22 PM
Re: 216 engine reassembly	MikeE	06/05/2022 2:13 PM
Re: 216 engine reassembly	Hotrod Lincoln	06/05/2022 3:27 PM
Re: 216 engine reassembly	robVee	06/27/2022 12:46 AM
Re: 216 engine reassembly	Hotrod Lincoln	06/27/2022 1:28 AM

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