Crankshaft Gear/Sprocket: Description and Operation
CRANKSHAFT AND GEARDESCRIPTION
The crankshaft (Fig. 66) is a forged steel, integrally balanced unit. It is supported by seven main bearings, with position number six designated as the thrust journal. The crankshaft is held in place by main caps and 12 mm capscrews. The crankshaft also has internal cross drillings to supply the connecting rods with engine oil.