Viper V10-488 8.0L (1992)
CAUTION: With the forged crankshafts it is important that the final paper or cloth polish after any journal regrind be in the same direction as
normal rotation in the engine.
END PLAY
1. Mount a dial indicator to front of engine, locating probe on nose of crankshaft.
2. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel.
3. Zero the dial indicator.
4. Move crankshaft all the way to the front and read the dial indicator. Refer to specifications.
OPTIONAL END PLAY CHECK
1. Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel using a lever inserted between a main bearing cap and a crankshaft cheek using care not to
damage any bearing surface. Do not loosen main bearing cap.
2. Use a feeler gauge between number 3 thrust bearing and machined crankshaft surface to determine end play. Refer to specifications.
