Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
7. Inspect the crankshaft key (1), keyway (2), and threaded hole (3) for damage.
8. Measure the crankpins for the out-of-round
9. Measure the crankpins for taper.
10. Measure the crankshaft runout. Using wooden V blocks, support the crankshaft on the front and rear journals.
11. Use the magnetic base dial indicator set in order to measure the crankshaft runout at the front and rear intermediate journals.
12. Use the magnetic base dial indicator set in order to measure the runout of the crankshaft rear flange.
13. Use the magnetic base dial indicator set in order to measure the runout of the crankshaft position reluctor ring. Reluctor ring runout should be
measured 1.0 mm (0.03937 inch) below the ring teeth.
a. Compare the measurements to Engine Mechanical Specifications.
b. Replace or repair the crankshaft if the measurements are not within the specifications.
