Does a Bent Engine Connecting Rod Have Significant Impact After Repair?

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CatherineRose
07/29/25 10:07am
As long as the repair is done properly, there won't be significant impact. Here's the relevant information: Piston eccentric wear: After the engine connecting rod bends, it can easily lead to eccentric wear of the piston and abnormal wear of the piston rings. If the bending is within the limit range, it can be repaired through correction. If it exceeds the limit, it is recommended to replace the connecting rod. Cause: Under the high temperature of the cylinder block, hydrated gas forms rapidly, which prevents the cylinder from forming a combustible mixture, reduces the effective volume of the combustion chamber, increases compression resistance, and causes greater pressure from the piston to the connecting rod. Over time, this can lead to bending or even breaking of the engine connecting rod.
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