Note
Do not turn the connecting rod and crankshaft during the clearance measurement as this will
damage the Plastigauge. The crankshaft journal clearances are measured using Plastigauge
(Triumph part number 3880150-T0301).
Remove the big end cap from the journal to be checked.
2.
Wipe the exposed areas of the crankshaft journal, and the bearing face inside the cap.
3.
Apply a thin smear of grease to the journal and a small quantity of silicone release agent to the bearing.
4.
Trim a length of the Plastigauge to fit across the journal. Fit the strip to the journal using the grease to hold
the Plastigauge in place.
5.
Lubricate the threads of the bolt and the face of the nut with molybdenum disulphide grease. Refit the
bearing end cap and tighten the big end nuts (see Connecting Rods - Installation).
6.
Release the nuts and remove the cap being measured. Using the gauge provided with the Plastigauge kit,
measure the width of the compressed Plastigauge.
7.
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Checking the Measured Clearance
For specifications refer toCrankshaft.
8.
Note
If the measured clearance exceeds the service limit, measure the crankshaft journal diameter.
If any crankshaft journal has worn beyond the service limit, the crankshaft must be replaced. Due to
the advanced techniques used during manufacture, the crankshaft cannot be reground and no
oversize bearings are available.
Connecting Rod Bearing Selection
Minor differences in connecting rod dimensions are compensated for by using selective bearings. For further
information on bearing part number to colour cross-references, see the latest parts information.
Select the correct big end bearing shell as follows:
1.
Measure each crankshaft journal diameter
Note the connecting rod marking.
Select the correct bearings by matching the information found with the chart below.
2.
Connecting Rod Bearing Selection Chart (all dimensions in mm)
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Red
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