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Rod bolt clearance?

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I'm building a 331 stoker, and I just mocked it up.
My question is, how much clearance should I have between the rod bolts, and the bottom of the bores?
 

Rick 91GT

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.080" minimum, I prefer .100"

If you are planning on a girdle check it for clearance as well...
 
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when I did my 347 I have about 3/16th or do. Just remember to smooth all of the edges that you mill off so you dont score the piston.

LOTS OF DISH SOAP, WATER, AND A BLOW NOSLE!!!!!
 
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