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Rich1972C20 · 03-04-2024, 07:09 PM

I want to clarify that I'm talking about crankshaft end play. I'm not sanding the bearing surfaces. BTW the bearing clearances were in spec.

The initial clearance with the new set was .001 so I got it into spec (.005). I polished the surface smooth with 2000 grit wet sand. The crank spun smoothly every step of the way during assembly (torquing caps, installation of pistons, setting in new pushrods, etc..)

The engine is assembled less the intake and exhaust manifolds, I set the lash on the rockers and the engine rotates manually with resistance that seems reasonable. If anyone has a range on what torgue values to expect on the newly refurbished engine that would be helpful. I understand this might be difficult due to many variables but I'm using a mild hydraulic roller camshaft.

I know nothing is guaranteed but should I still be worried?

03-04-2024, 07:09 PM	#15
Rich1972C20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Plainfield, NJ Posts: 39	Re: Crankshaft Counterwieght Hitting Thrust Bearing I want to clarify that I'm talking about crankshaft end play. I'm not sanding the bearing surfaces. BTW the bearing clearances were in spec. The initial clearance with the new set was .001 so I got it into spec (.005). I polished the surface smooth with 2000 grit wet sand. The crank spun smoothly every step of the way during assembly (torquing caps, installation of pistons, setting in new pushrods, etc..) The engine is assembled less the intake and exhaust manifolds, I set the lash on the rockers and the engine rotates manually with resistance that seems reasonable. If anyone has a range on what torgue values to expect on the newly refurbished engine that would be helpful. I understand this might be difficult due to many variables but I'm using a mild hydraulic roller camshaft. I know nothing is guaranteed but should I still be worried?