SPINDLE 8V6388 - Caterpillar

Note: To measure a crankshaft that may be bent, a procedure must be followed. Refer to the Guideline for Reusable Parts for the correct procedure.
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Typical example (1) The pin extends from the surface of the crankshaft face. Distance ... 8.4 mm (0.33 inch) (2) Thrust plates are used on the center main bearing only. Thickness of new thrust plate ... 5.74 0.04 mm (0.226 0.002 inch) (3) End play New crankshaft ... 0.13 to 0.50 mm (0.005 to 0.020 inch) Maximum end play with used bearings ... 0.89 mm (0.035 inch) (4) The dowel extends from the surface of the crankshaft. Distance ... 4.1 0.5 mm (0.16 0.02 inch) (5) Crankshaft gearNote: The crankshaft gear must be installed on the crankshaft with the timing mark V on the outside of the crankshaft. (6) The rear crankshaft seal is installed on the rear of the crankshaft. The seal driver can not contact the seal inside a 177.80 0.25 mm (7.000 0.010 inch) diameter. (7) (8) Refer to the Specifications, "Connecting Rod Bearing Journals" and Specifications, "Main Bearing Journal"for more information.There are two types of front crankshaft seals that are available for use: (9A) The lip type crankshaft seal is installed on the front of the crankshaft. (9B) The radial lip crankshaft seal is also installed on the front of the crankshaft.