Crankshaft Specifications

2000 Dodge and Ram RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L CNG VIN TSECTION Crankshaft Specifications
CRANKSHAFT Rod Journal Diameter 2.124 - 2.125
Out of Round (Max.) 0.001
Taper (Max.) 0.001
Bearing Clearance 0.0005 - 0.0022
Service Limit 0.003
Main Bearing Journal Diameter 2.4995 - 2.5005
Out of Round (Max.) 0.001
Taper (Max.) 0.001
Bearing Clearance (#1 Journal) 0.0005 - 0.0015
Bearing Clearance (#2-5 Journals) 0.0005 - 0.002
Service Limit (#1 Journal) 0.0015
Service Limit (#2-5 Journals) 0.0025
End Play 0.002 - 0.007
End Play Service Limit 0.010
Main Bearing Cap Bolts 85
Crankshaft Pulley Bolts 210
RENDER: 1.0x

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