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Crankshaft: Service and Repair
Axial and Radial Clearance of Crankshaft, Measuring

Axial and radial clearance of crankshaft, measuring
Axial clearance

Note:  Do not interchange used bearings.

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Attach dial gauge with universal dial gauge bracket VW 387 to oil pump and bring it into contact with crank web.

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Press crankshaft against dial gauge by hand and set gauge to -O-.

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Press crankshaft away from dial gauge.

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Note reading:

Radial clearance

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Measure radial clearance with Plastigage.

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Read value:

Tools and Equipment > < Block, Crankshaft and Flywheel, Disassembling and Assembling|Page 3501