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    Jan 20, 2009, 08:57 AM
    Crankshaft smoothing
    If a crankshaft has scratches on the journal due to main an rod bearing wear,what could I use to make the journals smooth again.

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    Jan 20, 2009, 01:30 PM

    It needs to be turned at least .010/.010 to clean it up. This must be done or bearing failure will happen. It's probably already under specs from just wear. Hope this helps.
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