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Engine
rods
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Rods are metal pieces that connect the pistons to the engine’s crankshaft, helping the car run.
Technical Definition
Connecting rods link the pistons to the crankshaft, transmitting motion and force from the engine’s combustion chambers.
Hear It Discussed
"And, you know, like, you know, rods are bent, cranks, bearings like now."
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"They got new pistons rods, valve springs, rings"
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"...I lost one of the rods through the side of the block oh my god..."
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Episodes Mentioning "rods"
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What Manufacturer's Reps Actually Do & Why Your Shop Needs One | SEMA Hall of Famer Les Rudd | EP034
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The Diesel Podcast
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Tuned In
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The Diesel Podcast
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The Diesel Podcast
CarCast+Edmunds - Issues with the Edmunds Ford Performance Supercharged Mustang Dark Horse
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