Waukesha TH570 — Piston and Connecting Rod Reassembly
Repair & overhaul · Pistons and connecting rods
For the Waukesha TH570, from the Waukesha service manual.
Applies to: Waukesha 570 and 884 engine
Procedure
- Heat piston to 165°F.
- Locate piston arrow and connecting rod in original relative position.
- Insert piston pin with palm push or very light tap.
- Coat cylinder wall with clean engine oil.
- Guide assembly into place using piston ring compressor.
- Check connecting rod chamfer faces adjacent connecting rod.
- Face piston arrow in direction of crankshaft rotation.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Piston heating temperature 165°F
Source: Waukesha service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.