[RoninLB]

I used some grey stuff on rod bolts that came in a tube, forget what it was. Rod bolts usually get engine oil on my past rebuilds. How does crank journals look? Should be able to see if any wear or if some thing doesn't look perfect on journal. I had a pro look,line bore, and mic. entire eng so I just put rods together. Seems like you will be using stock rod bolts. If your finger nail can grab any thing on journal you may want to stop the install. I'll look to see if I still have that grey stuff in garage tomorrow. Inspect old bearings or take them to some one and keep track of what came from where. Keep bearings in sets, IMO. I keep bearing to cap and bearing to rod surfaces oil/what ever clean and dry for assembly. I think that is important, some what. Torque wrench extensions reduce the applied torque. I may figure about 5 lbs for 6in and 10in extensions. I would suggest a clear head for rod nut install, technique is important. IMO, stock rod bolts are unforgiving. I changed oil filter about 1 hour after getting it started to clean up what was used on install. I would change oil about 500 miles later. I'm not a pro, only a neurotic wrench. I won't forget to look for grey stuff.