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Old 08-24-2022, 06:27 PM   #6
Ronnieroadster
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Default Re: Excessive crank end float.

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The thrust surface width on your nice condition crankshaft is worn so to reduce the end play a bit here's what you can do. Flare the thrust surface out just a touch on the main bearings. Wont take much to reduce the end play down to the max which is .006 according to the books I work from. It would take a long time before any wear is seen in the bearing if you decide to just flare the bearing thrust surface out a slight amount.
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