Rod Bearings
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- Inspect bearings for wear or damage. Replace as necessary. Using Plastigage, check bearing clearance. See CRANKSHAFT , MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Bearings are available for standard and undersize applications.
- If necessary, different size upper and lower bearings may be combined to obtain correct oil clearance. Lubricate bearing surfaces with oil before installation. Tighten bolts to specification. Check rod side play. Rotate crankshaft to ensure freedom of movement. See, at the end of the article, TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . See, under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS, CRANKSHAFT , MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table.
NOTE:
Avoid combining bearing inserts in excess of .001" (.03 mm) difference in size. Odd size inserts must be on bottom (rod cap) side.