Golden Jubilee
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Joined: Thu Nov 29, 2012 9:28 pm
Location: Lyman, IA
Re: GD 214 rod bearing.
No, no rope seal just a "slinger". The "rope" goes in the side grooves of the rear main cap sealing it to the block. This has been a point of discussion before. IIRC, the other place "rope" may be used is the front seal in the timing cover.