Would it hurt to check the torque on the main cap bolts and rod bolts on my new FRPP short block assy. before building the engine? Is the bearing clearances determined by the amount of torque, and if I mess with it can it cause problems? Is it better to just leave it alone? I don't plan on backing off the bolts at all, just setting the torque wrench to the correct value and confirming that they are at (or above) the correct amount by tightening.
Is there anything else I should do/check on the bottom before bolting on the oilpump, pickup, and then oil pan?
Rick
Is there anything else I should do/check on the bottom before bolting on the oilpump, pickup, and then oil pan?
Rick