Crankshaft End Play Measurement
Dial Indicator MethodChecking Crankshaft End Play - Dial Indicator:
1. Mount a dial indicator to front of engine, locating probe on nose of crankshaft.
2. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel.
3. Zero the dial indicator.
4. Move crankshaft all the way to the front and read the dial indicator. Refer to Crankshaft Specification Chart for specifications.
Crankshaft Specification Chart
Feeler Gage Method
1. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel using a lever inserted between a main bearing cap and a crankshaft cheek, using care not to damage any bearing surface. Do not loosen main bearing cap.
2. Use a feeler gauge between number three thrust bearing and machined crankshaft surface to determine end play.