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Thrust Bearing Chevrolet Astro I

  1. Install main bearing caps (except rear) and tighten cap bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-50103-S06511345062001011600000) . Install rear main bearing cap and tighten cap bolts to 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m).
  2. Tap crankshaft rearward then forward to align thrust surfaces. Tighten rear main bearing cap bolts to specification. Measure crankshaft end play at forward thrust surface of rear main bearing cap. See «CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS»(ref-50103-S15075957312001011600000) table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.