Bearing Clearance
#41
I had .002" on all the rods.
.002 on all but one of the mains, and it was .0025
I used a telescope guage and micrometer, instead of plasti-gage.
As I was unsure what I would find, given the 2 different sizes listed between the Rave manual, and the engine manual.
Given what I found, I think plasti-gage would be good enough for the job.
Got the correct crucifix seals in the mail yesterday, so hopefully will start assembling engine in next day or 2.
.002 on all but one of the mains, and it was .0025
I used a telescope guage and micrometer, instead of plasti-gage.
As I was unsure what I would find, given the 2 different sizes listed between the Rave manual, and the engine manual.
Given what I found, I think plasti-gage would be good enough for the job.
Got the correct crucifix seals in the mail yesterday, so hopefully will start assembling engine in next day or 2.
Last edited by Sixpack577; 04-12-2018 at 06:51 AM.
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terminator2 (04-12-2018)
#42
Assembly Lube
Plastigauged my mains....... .0015.........After cleaning the plasti from the bearings, applying assembly lube, the crank wouldn't turn until I torqued the last 5 main bolts. When its 50 degrees the crank takes a little effort to turn. Then I tried turning the cam and it took a little effort too. Maybe the assembly lube is stiffer when cold? I recall the cam turning much easier when it was warmer in the day. Other engines didn't seem to be this 'stiff' when turning the crank with assembly lube. Should I.....NOT.....use assembly lube (with moly) ? 2001 Disco II 4.0 L
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Plastigauged my mains....... .0015.........After cleaning the plasti from the bearings, applying assembly lube, the crank wouldn't turn until I torqued the last 5 main bolts. When its 50 degrees the crank takes a little effort to turn. Then I tried turning the cam and it took a little effort too. Maybe the assembly lube is stiffer when cold? I recall the cam turning much easier when it was warmer in the day. Other engines didn't seem to be this 'stiff' when turning the crank with assembly lube. Should I.....NOT.....use assembly lube (with moly) ? 2001 Disco II 4.0 L
Not sure what you are saying about turning your cam independently from your crank. You've got the timing chain connected and aligned, yes?
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