I am at a point of a rebuild of a 273 ci engine and was wondering if there is some verification process for free rotation of engine components. After installing crank with new main bearings the crank turned freely by hand. Progressing with installation of connecting rods and pistons with new bearings and rings, components have tightened up considerably. Is there a torque test that can be performed to verify if too much drag has been induced through improper assembly? Using a torque wrench on the crank shaft I am exerting approx. 20/30 ft pounds of torque to initiate rotation.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
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