anyone have a guage to measure crank endplay?

Super Bleeder!! · 10-31-2006

i forget what they are called. They usually have an analog readout and a magnetic base.

I wish to borrow/rent one from somebody for a day; as i'd like to check the crank endplay on this motor before i button it up finally.

thanks

niterydr · 10-31-2006

John said you can use a feeler gauge between the thrust bearing surface and the crank. It is a bit harder, but still works.
Check both sides to make sure your bearing isn't in there cock-eyed.
John thinks (off the top of his head) that the spec is .002-.0071" Something middle of the road should be fine.

Super Bleeder!! · 10-31-2006

yea i did that, couldnt fit in anything larger than the .005" feeler. i just want to double check with the proper tool because i'll be DAMNED if this thing has to come apart again!

Outlaw1 · 10-31-2006

Magnetic Base Dial Indicator.

They have cheapo's down at Northern Tool Co that will get you in the ballpark if you're not wanting to spend the coin on a Starrett, or similar. I was in a bind and bought one from there one time and I think it was ~$30 for the dial indicator and the base.

Super Bleeder!! · 10-31-2006

Wow, good info. I didnt even price check because i figured the cheapest one would be over 100 bucks.

Northern tool is 10min away!