[Wayne 962]

Henry makes A-1 excellent arguments here. If I remember correctly, this was a low-mileage motor with broken rings (probably from detonation / ignition problem?). If you're trying to do it right, then yes, tear down the bottom too. However, you could get away with just a top end. Another thing - you could open up the rod bearing and measure/inspect them. If they are in spec, then you don't need to replace them (just use new rod bolts).

-Wayne