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CRANKSHAFT
CHECKING CRANKSHAFT BY SIGHT
Whenever dismantling or fitting a new crankshaft check
bearing seating and seal running areas.
Other repair works to the crankshaft are outlined in the
following steps in this manual.
NOTE:
The same testing and repair method is being a p p -
lied for all crankshafts.
C O N N E C T I N G ROD ALIGNMENT
Measuring and straightening can be accomplished if the
crankshaft is dismantled or, if still fitted to the engine, after
removing the cylinder and piston. With a pair of steel blocks
accurately ground to equal height, measure the wrist pin
with a feeler gauge as illustrated.
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Straightening of the connecting rod can be carried out by
means of two (2) home made forks as illustrated.
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