Center main bearing cap question
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blauvelt
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Center main bearing cap question
Anyone seen a cap like this? Are the adjustments for thrust uptake?
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
I have several types but not like that one !
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
With the 2 grub screws only to adjust one way, I'd say it's purpose is to close the mag gap.
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
It’s an adjustable main cap. A old trick to get you by with an original cap is to use a rat tail file and slot the holes enough to move it in closer. The best location to do this is with the rear main to lessen the end play.
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
I took the liberty to adjust the picture.
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
Hi Douglas,
This is one I picked up a few years ago, it's a little simpler design but should work the same. I would bet it was a fast repair for a otherwise
time consuming repair.
Craig.
This is one I picked up a few years ago, it's a little simpler design but should work the same. I would bet it was a fast repair for a otherwise
time consuming repair.
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
There is always something new here to see!
Thanks for posting these.
Rich
Thanks for posting these.
Rich
When did I do that?
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Re: Center main bearing cap question
Adv for that type of cap to manage end-play.
And a couple of more devices to keep the mag strong
And a couple of more devices to keep the mag strong
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