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Crankshaft Main Bearing

Main Bearing Journal Diameter (2.2826726-2.28346 inch)
Main Bearing Journal End Play (0.0035433-0.010236 inch)
Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Diameter (1.846059-1.850036 inch)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Bolt 59-66 Ft. Lbs.
Second stage
Do not remove the wedge until the crankshaft main bearing thrust cap bolts are tightened.
Wedge the crankshaft
Wedge the crankshaft forward to fully seat the crankshaft thrust main bearings, while prying the crankshaft main bearing thrust cap to the rear.
Third stage Tighten to 59-66 Ft. Lbs