K kyudizky New Member Aug 3, 2008 12 0 0 Sep 24, 2008 #1 Sep 24, 2008 #1 Rebuilding my 289. Can anyone tell me what the main and rod bearing clearance tolerances are for a 66 289. And what should a standard crank journal mic for both mains and rods. Whats more reliable- Plastigage or Mic.???? Thanks for your help, Kyle
Rebuilding my 289. Can anyone tell me what the main and rod bearing clearance tolerances are for a 66 289. And what should a standard crank journal mic for both mains and rods. Whats more reliable- Plastigage or Mic.???? Thanks for your help, Kyle
D D.Hearne New Member Sep 29, 2000 11,730 6 0 south louisiana Sep 24, 2008 #2 Sep 24, 2008 #2 The bearing clearances should be .001-.002. std journal diameter is 2.1232 to 2.1234 (rods) 2.248- 2.249 (crank)
The bearing clearances should be .001-.002. std journal diameter is 2.1232 to 2.1234 (rods) 2.248- 2.249 (crank)