[Fot] checking bearing clearances

Glenn Franco gaf3 at charter.net
Thu Jan 31 15:28:46 MST 2008


Mark J Bradakis wrote:
> I use plastigage, since I don't have a decent inside micrometer.
> Maybe it would be worth it to get one that would cover the
> appropriate size for TR6 and Spit big ends and mains.
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Mark
Pick up a set of telescope gauges at your local tool supply or even at 
harbor freight.
They expand and take up the dimension of the cylinder and you use an 
outside micrometer to take your measurement.
They also sell small hole gauges (same principle) for measuring things 
like valve guide dimensions (id).
I have been using them for years.
But I always check with platigauge before assembly.
Glenn Franco
72 Spit racer under construction & too many TR's



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