Mariner 30 JET 40 (4 CYL) Service Manual page 162

4. Secure both halves of each main bearing race
together with two bolts. Torque bolts to 80 lb. in.
(9.0 N·m).
a
b
a - Main Bearing
b - Bolts [Torque to 80 lb. in. (9.0 N·m)]
c - Locating Pin
IMPORTANT: Check reed stop setting for proper
opening. Larger opening can cause reed break-
age; smaller opening will not allow sufficient air/
fuel mixture to enter at higher RPM.
NOTE: Either side of reed block can be facing up.
5. Lubricate inner bore of reed blocks with Light Oil
and install onto crankshaft.
a
a - Lubricate Inner Bore with Light Oil
b - Insert Locating Pins into Holes and Press Together
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c
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6. Secure both halves of reed block together with
two screws and nuts. Torque reed block screws
to 55 lb. in. (6.2 N·m).
b
a - Torque Screws (One Each Side) to 55 lb. in. (6.2 N·m)
b - Reed Block
CAUTION
Clean connecting rod bolts with solvent and dry
with compressed air to prevent damage to
threads while torquing. DO NOT lubricate
threads prior to installation.
a. Clean a sufficient amount of new connecting
rod bolts with solvent and dry with com-
pressed air.
b. Apply a thin coat of Quicksilver Needle Bear-
ing Assembly Lubricant to crank pin bearing
surface of connecting rod and rod cap to hold
needle bearings in place.
a
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