Bearing Specifications

1983 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 5.7 M, 475/M40SECTION Bearing Specifications
MAIN & ROD BEARINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Main Bearings
Journal Diameter
1, 2, 3, & 4 2.9494-2.9504 (74.917-74.941)
5 2.9492-2.9502 (74.912-74.936)
Clearance
1, 2, 3, & 4 .0018-.033 (.045-.083)
5 .0022-.0037 (.055-.093)
Thrust Bearing No. 3
Crankshaft End Play .0039-.0098 (.10-.25)
Connecting Rod Bearings
Journal Diameter 2.398-2.399 (60.913-60.939)
Clearance .0018-.0039 (.046-.099)
Side Play .0248-.0067 (.63-.17)
RENDER: 1.0x

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