Ford Repair: ford 3.0 piston/rod question, hypereutectic pistons, piston rod

Question
I have a 95 Aerostar 3.0 that was given to me. The engine has almost 200,000 miles, and I figure that it has a valve problem.  I’ve tested the cylinders, 5 between 145-150, but one is only 30.  I figure I’ll have to do either head or cylinder work.  I’ve purchased a set of .020" Oversize Hypereutectic Pistons that I’d like to replace with the old pistons.  I’ve purchased a Set of New .020" Oversize Piston Rings HASTINGS #5762.020.  My question is if I can use the old rods, with new bearings, or do I have to purchase others to match the pistons.

Thanks…  

Answer
Eric-

  You can still use the old rods as long as they're still in good shape.  You might want to have a machine shop clean them up a bit, but you certainly don't need to go out and buy new ones altogether.  Just throw some new bearings on them and they should be good to go.  Hope this helps.

Steve