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Re: Another big end question

That's great Thanks Ian, I can get that sorted now,
Alwyn

email (option): Alwyndart@gmail.com

Re: Another big end question

Always supply the the rod, ring, bearings, cage and pin to whom ever is honing the ring pressed into the rod.
I always hone to the tightest fit that allows the pin to spin freely.
Half a thou I would consider excessive for long life.

Mark

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Re: Another big end question

Nothing wrong with taking that approach to achieve a minimal clearance, though I've done high mileages on cranks with .0004"-.0005" clearances at assembly....Over 80,000 miles in my B33 for example...Ian

email (option): ian@wright52.plus.com

Re: Another big end question

I always hone to .0004" clearance and have never had a problem. I do know of people building HD race engines where they try to achieve 0 clearance.

As for other bikes, Velocette recommends a clearance of .0005" to .001"

I have a few Laverda's and the manual says .0002"

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