Honda V65 Magna-VF1100C 1983 Shop Manual page 184

CRANKSHAFT / PISTON
Install the connecting rod cap bearing insert.
Apply molygdenum disulfide grease to the connect·
ing rod bearings.
Coat the cylinders, piston rings/grooves, and pistons
with oil.
Install the rod and piston assemblies into the
cylinders from the top of the crankcase. Be sure
each assembly is returned to its original position as
noted during removal.
NOTE:
The piston intake " IN" marks should be
facing each other as shown.
Compress the piston rings with a ring compressor
and insert the piston and rod into ttre cylinder.
NOTE :
Be careful not to damage the pistons or
rings during assembly.
To prevent damage to the crankpin jour·
nals, slip short sections of rubber hose over
the rod bolts before installation .
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CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS
"IN" MARKS
PISTON RING COMPRESSOR
(Commercially available)