Glossary “rod journal” Definition:
Crankshaft journal the connects to the connecting rod.

Glossary “rod length ratio” Definition:
The center-to-center length of a connecting rod divided by the piston stroke.

Glossary “rod out” Definition:
To clean a radiator, using a small rod to clean out the cooling passages.

Glossary “rod ratio” Definition:
Term used for the rod length ratio or rod-to-stroke ratio.

Glossary “rod small end” Definition:
The end of the connecting rod through which the piston pin passes to connect the piston to the connecting rod.

Glossary “rod big end” Definition:
End of the connecting rod that attaches around the crankshaft.

Glossary “rod bolt protectors” Definition:
Pieces of soft plastic or rubber used to protect the crankshaft from nicks during engine disassembly and reassembly.

Glossary “rod bolts” Definition:
Bolts used to secure the cap to the rod at the big end.

Glossary “rod bearing” Definition:
Bearing at the crankshaft end of a connecting rod.

Glossary “rod bearing journal” Definition:
Parts of the crankshaft that the connecting rods attach to. They are also referred to as crankpins.