[xveganxcowboyx]

Thanks for the input so far guys. I was in a rush earlier, but after a closer look at the rod I don't trust it at all. I'm just going to have to do things the hard way and pull the head to replace this bugger.

I'll try to have the crank inspected. I'm leaning towards replacing it VS having it machined if it's not reusable.

Any more opinions would be greatly appreciated. I'm sure I'll have a ton of questions in the near future as most of this is first time stuff for me.



A some what related question. I'm wondering if I should get a new oil cooler for this thing. I'm not sure where the cut off for engine failure and replacement is or if flushing it is even remotely reliable. I'm thinking better safe than sorry.