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 Next flip the block upside down on the engine stand. Mopar 217/230 flatheads use different rods for the odd and even cylinder locations. The two upper arrows point to the rod offset on cylinder #3 and #4, The lower arrow points to the gear on the cam which drives the oil pump and distributor. |
 Next the rod and main caps are removed. This engine had already been rebuild before as all caps were stamped with identifying marks to indicate their proper location. After the caps are removed any bearing which stick to the crankshaft are easily pulled off. |
 The last step is removing the rear bearing cap and seal. Once it is out, lift the crankshaft up and out. It weights around 65 pounds so having a helper is not a bad idea. |
 What the block looks like with the crankshaft out. The rods lie along the bottom of the block, while the four main bearing holders are visible above them. |
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