Bearing clearance

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Originally Posted by 40 Deluxe

Shim stock?

Absolutely correct!

When building 15 units per week this was the safest method for the assemblers, and it was "dead" accurate! It was really more simple for some of the guys than trying to get them accustomed to using a micrometer!

Thanks, Gary in N.Y.

P.S. Today we have a total of about 12 bore gauges at last count, various ranges, many are used for "dedicated" purposes but the Sunnen is the one we use most times for brg clearances and bore sizing, both rods and mains. Occasionally for checking cam brg clearances also (depending on size)!! All the Sunnens to the best of my knowledge have the adjustable anvils, no shims/washers involved.