Bearings

[Lanse]

I got the mains on that thing set right this morning. They had the 2/1000 clearence but wouldnt turn, so i stuck an extra pop can shim under there. Now it turns like it did before i tore it apart. OK, replacing bearings has to be the most frustrating thing i've ever done, but theyre coming along nice now.

Next Problem:

I have no clue how to fit a shim for the rods. Mains were big with space on all sides of the bolt, which isnt the case here. So how is this done??? Heres a rod

 

[Mike M]

If you were working on something more "normal" there would be no fitting of bearings and all would go VERY smooth. Even the old JD tractors with shim bearings are not as much trouble as that Allis seems to be either ?
I also suspect that even with the type you have that if it wasn't worn out and you had new inserts and shim packs it would just be a drop in deal.

 

[Earl -IL]

Lanse, Is this the B-C Allis ? If it is # 1 crank is reground to correct undersize.#2 Correct undersize bearings . # 3 you will need a new .009 shim pack to start with.That is a lamenated (3ea. .002)(1ea. .003)pack .009 on each side of rod. Torque to 35-40 ft pds. Rod caps need to be on correctly. The same type of pack is need for the mains.If you can't find the shim pack. email me & will try & find them for you.I have done engine rebuilding for 40 plus years. We all had this problem when we started out. If you email me I will give you my ph. number & when you can call & I will walk you through this.I can call you if you if this would work. Just start by what I posted here. Earl

 

[Lanse]

im sure it would. I am also betting if this werent my first time at this it would be easier

 

[Lanse]

i cant find shimstock anywhere here. You have mail, thanks