The acceptable rod length specification for 11. Liter connecting rods is: 281.95-282.05 mm (11.1004-11.1043 in.) the rod must be scrapped and cannot be machined. Inspect connecting rod bearing wear surfaces for scoring, pitting, flaking, chipping, cracking, loss of overlay, or signs of overheating.
The acceptable rod length specification for 11. Liter connecting rods is: 281.95-282.05 mm (11.1004-11.1043 in.) the rod must be scrapped and cannot be machined. Inspect connecting rod bearing wear surfaces for scoring, pitting, flaking, chipping, cracking, loss of overlay, or signs of overheating.
The acceptable rod length specification for 11. Liter connecting rods is: 281.95-282.05 mm (11.1004-11.1043 in.) the rod must be scrapped and cannot be machined. Inspect connecting rod bearing wear surfaces for scoring, pitting, flaking, chipping, cracking, loss of overlay, or signs of overheating.
The acceptable rod length specification for 11. Liter connecting rods is: 281.95-282.05 mm (11.1004-11.1043 in.) the rod must be scrapped and cannot be machined. Inspect connecting rod bearing wear surfaces for scoring, pitting, flaking, chipping, cracking, loss of overlay, or signs of overheating.
1-297a From Bulletin 20-60-98 6SE483 9610 1996 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION 5. Determine the rod length by finding the distance between E1 and E2. See Figure 1-247A. [a] The acceptable rod length specification for 11.1 liter connecting is: 281.95-282.05 mm (11.1004-11.1043 in.). [b] The acceptable rod length specification for 12.7 liter connecting rods is: 269.25-269.35 mm (10.6004-10.6043 in.). [c] The acceptable rod length specification for Series 60G Engines is: 262.90-263.00 mm (10.3504-10.3543 in.). [d] If the connecting rod bore is not to specifications, the rod must be scrapped and cannot be machined. 6. If a new connecting rod is required, stamp the cylinder number on the connecting rod and cap. Refer to section 1.18.3. 1.19.4.2 Inspection of Connecting Rod Bearings and Bearing Bores Inspect the connecting rod bearing as follows: To avoid personal injury when blow drying, wear adequate eye protection (safety glasses or face plate) and do not exceed 276 kPa (40 lb/in. 2 ) air pressure. 1. Clean the rust preventive from a service replacement connecting rod. [a] On an open-end rod, blow compressed air through the drilled oil passage to be sure it is clean of obstructions. Also make sure the split line (cap to rod) is thoroughly cleaned. [b] On a closed-end rod, inspect the piston pin bearing for wear, scoring, or out-of-round condition. Refer to section 1A, Specifications. 2. Check connecting rod bearing wear surfaces for scoring, pitting, flaking, chipping, cracking, loss of overlay, or signs of overheating. [a] Overlay plated bearings may develop very small cracks or small isolated cavities (checking") on the bearing surface during engine operation. These are characteristics of and are NOT detrimental to this type of bearing. The bearings should not be replaced for these minor surface imperfections. The upper bearing shells, which carry most of the load, will normally show signs of distress before the lower bearing shells do. If the overlay is worn through to the copper across the bearing shell, all the bearing shells must be replaced. [b] If any of these conditions are detected, replace the bearings. 3. Inspect the backs of the connecting rod bearing shells. [a] Check for bright spots that indicate shells have been shifting in their bores. [b] If bright spots are evident, replace the bearing shells. 1.19 CONNECTING ROD All information subject to change without notice. 6SE483 9610 1996 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION From Bulletin 20-60-98 1-297b 4. Inspect the connecting rod bearing bores. [a] Check for burrs or foreign particles. [b] Use an emery cloth to smooth bore surface, otherwise replace part. 5. Inspect the bearing shells. [a] Measure the thickness of the bearing shells, using a micrometer and ball attachment, J 4757 . Refer to section 1.9.2.2. The minimum thickness of a worn standard connecting rod bearing shell should not be less than 3.086 mm (.1215 in.). [b] If either bearing shell is thinner than this dimension, replace both bearing shells. 6. Inspect the bearing shells and the crankshaft journals. [a] Check the clearance between the connecting rod bearing shells and the crankshaft journals using a soft plastic measuring strip which is squeezed between the journal and the bearing. Refer to section 1.A, Checking Bearing Clearances" in Shop Notes" section. [b] If the connecting rod bearing-to-journal clearance exceeds 0.152 mm (.006 in.) with used parts, replace with a new bearing. NOTE: Before installing the bearings, inspect the crankshaft journals. Refer to section 1.7.2.4. Do NOT replace one connecting rod bearing shell alone. If one bearing shell requires replacement, install both new upper and lower bearing shells. Also, if a new or reground crankshaft is to be used, install all new bearing shells. NOTE: Bearing shells are NOT reworkable from one undersize to another under any circumstances. Bearing shells are available in 0.254, 0.508 and 0.762 mm (approximately .010, .020, and .030 in.) undersize for service with reground crankshafts. The bearing size specifications are listed in Table 1-20. 1.19.5 Installation of Connecting Rod Refer to section 1.18.5 to install the piston and connecting rod assembly.
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