Connecting Rod Bearings
- Measure connecting rod bearing clearance using Plastigage method. Replace bearings or grind crankshaft if clearance is greater than .0031" (.078 mm).
- Regrind crankshaft to .010" (.25 mm) undersize if taper or out-of-round is greater than .0004" (.010 mm). Connecting rod journal diameter for undersize is 2.0748-2.0752" (52.699-52.710 mm).