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What grade nuts are used on a 1929 rod end bolts?
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Soft steel. Not sure if they were up to Grade 2 standards. Stronger nuts would be better. I have used self locking nuts and big block Chevy or Ford rod bolts without any problems. Be sure to set up everything with non-locking nuts. Once rod gaps are set then install the locking nuts and tighten.
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I was looking at Grade 2 nuts from Fastenal. I was not sure if a Grade 2 would be good enough. Now I will think about self locking nuts and flat washer. Would you use the fiber type or one that is oval shape.
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Soft steel. Not sure if they were up to Grade 2 standards. Stronger nuts would be better. I have used self locking nuts and big block Chevy or Ford rod bolts without any problems. Be sure to set up everything with non-locking nuts. Once rod gaps are set then install the locking nuts and tighten. Use the big block Chevy rod bolts as Chipper says. I used the same and have 1000 miles on a new engine and no worries. If they will say together in a big block it will hold in your 6
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Thank You, I would like to know what type of self locking device/nut to use.
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Go to any auto parts store and ask for 12 ea. 3/8-24 rod nuts for a big block Chevy, they are self locking.
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