Crankshaft Main Bearings
- Use Plastigage method to check main bearing clearances. If clearances are excessive, install undersize bearings. Replacement bearings are available in standard, .010" (.25 mm) undersize and .020" (.50 mm) undersize.
- With crankshaft removed from engine, measure diameter of crankshaft journals and crankpins at front, rear and in 2 directions to check for wear and taper. If taper exceeds .002" (.05 mm), replace or correct crankshaft.
- Check crankshaft runout by placing "V" blocks under crankshaft at No. 1 and No. 5 journals. Position dial indicator point on No. 3 journal. Slowly turn crankshaft, while noting runout. If runout exceeds .004" (0.1 mm), replace or correct crankshaft. Standard runout is .001" (.03 mm).
- Lubricate engine bearings. Install main bearing caps with arrow pointing toward front of engine. Tighten caps gradually and in following sequence: 3, 4, 2, 5, and 1. Ensure that crankshaft turns freely.