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v8fordman · 01-18-2018, 03:01 PM

I don't check the temp before peening, but think it is a vital step in the pouring/rebuilding process. I normally do it while the babbitt is still hot, but have done it after it cools as well. I have never noticed any difference in the amount of compression.

01-18-2018, 03:01 PM	#2
v8fordman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lexington, NC Posts: 861	Re: Main Bearing Peening I don't check the temp before peening, but think it is a vital step in the pouring/rebuilding process. I normally do it while the babbitt is still hot, but have done it after it cools as well. I have never noticed any difference in the amount of compression.