Bearing Specifications

1983 GMC Value Van P2500, 6.2 J, StandardSECTION Bearing Specifications
MAIN & ROD BEARINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Main Bearings
Journal Diameter 2.2979-2.2994 (58.366-58.405)
Clearance (1) .0010-.0024 (.025-.061)
Thrust Bearing No. 7
Crankshaft End Play .002-.006 (.05-.15)
Connecting Rod Bearings
Journal Diameter 1.999-2.000 (50.77-50.80)
Clearance .0010-.0026 (.025-.066)
Side Play .006-.017 (.15-.43)
(1) Rear main bearing (No. 7) clearance is .0016-.0035" (.041-89 mm).
RENDER: 1.0x

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