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Main bearing check?
« on: November 03 2018, 08:55:37 AM »
Guy can I simply pull the caps and check for wear?
I’m far from an engine guru.
I’m just concerned if I do this will I be creating issues or disturbing something?
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #1 on: November 03 2018, 09:50:29 AM »
it can be done
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #2 on: November 03 2018, 09:52:42 AM »
Jim, have a look at a main cap or two and a couple of rod caps. You'll be able to see the crank journals as well. It'll tell the story of what that engine's been through. Don't be surprised to see the rods bearings down to copper. I haven't seen a good used engine to date when checking the bearings.


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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #3 on: November 03 2018, 10:06:47 AM »
Thanks guys
I will post pics when I get into it. I’m expecting it not to purdy lol
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #4 on: November 03 2018, 10:19:57 AM »
Jim...this is a used engine I picked up last spring...and typical of what I see.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyprc7_RdxQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp7owFIjaa4
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #5 on: November 03 2018, 10:54:44 AM »
If the engine is out, I would check all the bearings, seals, etc. I would also check for main cap 'walk'.


As most here probably know, you can easily 'roll' out the block half main bearings. I use a soft rivet. Aluminum or copper.


All can be easily done w/o removing the crank. You can also check the crank for straight in the block. The bearing will tell what it needs, as a rule.


If you run into anything questionable, post a picture here. IMO, this forum should be able to walk you though nearly any problem.

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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #6 on: November 04 2018, 08:36:09 AM »
Jim...this is a used engine I picked up last spring...and typical of what I see.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyprc7_RdxQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp7owFIjaa4

Thanks Brad, I will certainly post pics of what I find in there for sure. 👍
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #7 on: November 04 2018, 08:37:28 AM »
If the engine is out, I would check all the bearings, seals, etc. I would also check for main cap 'walk'.


As most here probably know, you can easily 'roll' out the block half main bearings. I use a soft rivet. Aluminum or copper.


All can be easily done w/o removing the crank. You can also check the crank for straight in the block. The bearing will tell what it needs, as a rule.


If you run into anything questionable, post a picture here. IMO, this forum should be able to walk you though nearly any problem.

Yes will do, thank you sir!
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #8 on: November 04 2018, 11:02:21 AM »
"Yes will do, thank you sir!"

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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #9 on: November 04 2018, 12:32:12 PM »
Nice degree wheel. I think that is similar to the one I have. I'll have to look and see. I know mine is blue. I bought a little one for my 12hp Kohler. It isn't as large.
Degreeing a cam isn't lining up the dots on the sprockets. Haha
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #10 on: November 04 2018, 03:05:20 PM »

 "Degreeing a cam isn't lining up the dots"


No.


 That was #2 of 4 sh!t Comp Cams in a row, about 4 yrs ago. I have done 3-4 CC cams since w/no issues. I heard, Tony Clements quit buying Comp over it. I quit recommending Comp.

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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #11 on: November 05 2018, 12:06:55 PM »
Just don't pull the thrust bearing cap.  That one has to be 'set' when it's installed.   The other mains and be pulled and put back when no problem.
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Re: Main bearing check?
« Reply #12 on: November 05 2018, 08:55:11 PM »
Thanks Earl, is the thrust #2 main on these?
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