Originally Posted by Truckrolet
So when the crankshaft and camshaft were all in and main caps torgued down how did it turn then? Hard or real easy?


Almost impossible to turn at that point. I should have known that wasn't normal but at the time I just went off what I was told. I feel better going back to fix it now.


Originally Posted by don stocker
When you installed the rear main seal did you "roll" it into the groove and trim the ends before you installed the main cap?


I believe I did. Something else to double check.


I'm lifting the engine today so wish me luck!


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