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mcgarrett · 07-17-2022, 11:09 AM

My crank has more end play than it should and is causing a slight knocking sound. I discovered the excess play when I removed the rear main bearing cap to correct an oil leak. I would like to get some input from anyone who might have used a product like this rear main thrust seal to make the repair:

https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/p...8768&cat=41685

How well did it work and is it worth using? Since I have to dismantle the engine anyway to install it, am I better off just having the Babbitt redone?

07-17-2022, 11:09 AM	#1
mcgarrett Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Waxahachie, Texas Posts: 957	Remedy for crankshaft end play My crank has more end play than it should and is causing a slight knocking sound. I discovered the excess play when I removed the rear main bearing cap to correct an oil leak. I would like to get some input from anyone who might have used a product like this rear main thrust seal to make the repair: https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/p...8768&cat=41685 How well did it work and is it worth using? Since I have to dismantle the engine anyway to install it, am I better off just having the Babbitt redone?