Volkswagen Type II Transporter 1200 Series Shop Manual page 31

(2) Attach the dial indicator to the crankcase with the
plunger bearing on the flywheel.
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(3) Tap the crankshaft fully home into the engine, zero
the dial indicator, and tap the crankshaft out the other
way. Check the reading on the dial indicator, deduct the
specified end float (.0028" to .0047") to give the thickness
of the third shim required,
(4) Remove the flywheel and inst_al the oil seal in the
crankcase. ,
(5) Instal the flywheel complete with the three shims
and a new metal or paper·gasket.
NOTE: Shims of various thickness are available for carrying
out end float adjustment. The total thickness required
should be made up of three shims. Do not fit more than
one metal gasket.
(6) With the flywheel fully secured, recheck the end
float as describe(} in (2) and (3) of this operation.
TO REMOVE AND INSTAL CONNECTING RODS
( 1) Remove the cr~nkshaft as described earlier.
(2) Loosen off and remove the connecting rods
securing bolts and remove the rods and caps.
NOTE: Later models have nuts and bolts attaching the cap
No 1 MAIN BEARING
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to the rod. Bearing caps should be kept with their
co"esponding connecting rod.
Installation is a reversal of the removal procedure with
particular attention to the following points:
(1) Check the weight of the connecting rods, the
difference in weight between the connecting rods must not
exceed . .35 oz. Connecting rods which weigh less than
500 grams must be replaced.
(2) Inspect the gudgeon pin bearing for wear or
damage.
NOTE: When a new bearing is installed the ·gudgeon pin
should be a push fit at room temperature.
(3) Check the connecting rod alignment and if
necessary correct.
(4) Thoroughly clean all components prior to
assembly; instal the bearing shells in the connecting rods
and caps, and lubricate with engine oil.
(5) Fit the connecting rods to the crankshaft and,
when fitting the bearing caps ensure that the identification
numbers stamped on the rods and caps are at the same side.
Connecting rods having a forged mark on the shank should
be fitted with the mark upwards with the rods in running
position.
NOTE: Connecting rod securing bolts should be renewed
on installation, check that the wax protective is cleaned
from the new securing bolts.
(6) Tighten the securing bolts to a torque o'f 25 ft/lb,
eliminate any pre-tension occurring between the bearing
CRANKSHAFT GEAR
DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE GEAR
No 4 MAIN BEARING
No 3 MAIN BEARING
Showing Correct Assembly of Crankshaft and Connecting
Rods. Lugs Cast on Connecting Rods must face Upwards. ·
Note also Location of Main Bearing Dowel Holes.