What is the purpose of these connecting rod bushings?

These bushings act as alignment sleeves for your connecting rods during engine rebuilding. They help ensure the rod is precisely centered on the crankshaft journal before being pressed into place, which is crucial for proper engine assembly.

How many bushings are included in this set?

This set includes eight connecting rod bushings. This quantity is typically sufficient for a V8 engine build.

Are these bushings a direct fit for any engine?

These are specialized alignment tools for engine rebuilding, not direct fit parts for a specific vehicle model. You'll need to confirm they match the specifications required for your particular engine build.

Specifications

Brand: Manley Performance
Part #: 42048-8
UPC: 807298090467

Manley Bushing - 3/8in. Dowel - Set of 8

Name: Manley Bushing - 3/8in. Dowel - Set of 8
Brand: Manley Performance
SKU: manley-performance-manley-bushing-3-8in-dowel-set-of-8-t14-401409
Price: 28.83 USD
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Manley Performance connecting rod bushings. 3/8in dowel size, set of 8. For engine rebuilding.

Key Features

Set of 8 connecting rod bushings.
Features a 3/8 inch dowel size for precise alignment.
Designed for use during engine rebuilding and connecting rod installation.
From Manley Performance, a well-known name in engine components.

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Product Details

If you're rebuilding the rotating assembly in your engine, getting the connecting rod bushings set up right is critical. These 3/8 inch dowel bushings from Manley Performance are designed to help you achieve precise alignment during installation. They act as sleeves, ensuring the connecting rod is perfectly centered on the crankshaft journal before it's pressed into place.

Manley is known for making well-built internal engine components, and these bushings are no exception. They are made to exact specifications to ensure they fit right and do their job without causing issues down the line. Having the correct size dowel pins like these makes a noticeable difference in how smoothly the rod goes on and how accurately it's positioned. This set includes eight bushings, which is typically enough for a V8 engine build.