Scored Main Cap Bearing - Ouch

Post 151 is for a modified oiling system, but basically correct.

The thrust main surfaces on the crankshaft look good. You saved it. Check the endplay when you get the new bearings.

I'd check the outer section of the filter for evil stuff. If clean, then run some long Q-tips thru the crank oiling holes. Tape off and cover the rear main area and seal up the rest of the oil pan area. Then grind the flywheel bolts for clearance. Note that the rods and mains must be assembled with the old bearings [just snug is ok] so you can turn the crank to shorten the bolts.

Clean and install new bearings. Assemble and run engine at low RPM for a while. If quiet, road test!


I just posted that picture to help guys get a small idea of oil flow and routing. I love this old book and the tech in it but it does have flaws. If you look at the vertical oil line on the far left hand side with the pressed in 9/16 plug we are talking about that line does not go to the lifter oil galley. That line goes to the oil sending unit.