What is the Role of Rod Bearing in Measuring Crankshaft Bearing Clearances with Plastigage on 2005 Dodge Stratus?

A good way to determine engine crankshaft bearing clearances is to use Plastigage or something similar. To start, wipe away any oil on the surface, as Plastigage dissolves in oil. After that, apply a small piece of Plastigage through the opening in the cap to the inside of the bearing shell, making sure it lies about 1/4 inch in from the center and away from the oil holes. Tighten the bolts holding the bearing cap/bed plate in the proper way. After taking the measurement, remove the bearing cap and compare the Plastigage band you flattened to the scale offered, finding the band with a width closest to the Plastigage to find the clearance in thousandths of a millimeter. If temperatures change depending on where you measure, it indicates how much the shaft narrows, so write down all your results. Refer to the sea supply store to see which Plastigage is right for you, depending on the specifications in your engine's guide. After that, put in the appropriate crankshaft bearings to meet the required bearing clearances.

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2005 Dodge Stratus Bearings Part Number: 5174612AA
$14.57 MSRP: $24.10
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5093448AB, 5012588AA
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.7 x 2.6 x 1.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5174612AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- Base, ES, SE, SE Plus, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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2005 Dodge Stratus Bearings Part Number: 68000512AB
$41.06 MSRP: $61.30
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing
- Replaces: 4796546AB, 4796546AC, 68000512AA
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.9 x 2.6 x 2.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 68000512AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- ES, R/T, SE, SE Plus, SXT | 2.7L V6, 6 Cyl 2.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS
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2005 Dodge Stratus Bearing Set, Blue Part Number: MD327505
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod S3
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: MD327505
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- SE, SXT | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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2005 Dodge Stratus Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: MD105277
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Kit - Connecting Rod; Bearing Set; Rod (Plain Standard) Single Cam; Connecting Rod Standard; Bearing Package.
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: MD105277
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- ES, R/T | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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2005 Dodge Stratus Bearing Set Part Number: 1115A106
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Bearing, Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings
- Replaces: MD327504
- Item Weight: 1.10 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1115A106
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- SE, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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2005 Dodge Stratus Bearing Set, Yellow Part Number: 1115A105
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings
- Item Weight: 0.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.9 x 2.3 x 1.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1115A105
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Dodge Stratus Submodels:
- SE, SXT | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS

2005 Dodge Stratus Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

Q: What is the Role of Rod Bearing in Measuring Crankshaft Bearing Clearances with Plastigage on 2005 Dodge Stratus?
A: A good way to determine engine crankshaft bearing clearances is to use Plastigage or something similar. To start, wipe away any oil on the surface, as Plastigage dissolves in oil. After that, apply a small piece of Plastigage through the opening in the cap to the inside of the bearing shell, making sure it lies about 1/4 inch in from the center and away from the oil holes. Tighten the bolts holding the bearing cap/bed plate in the proper way. After taking the measurement, remove the bearing cap and compare the Plastigage band you flattened to the scale offered, finding the band with a width closest to the Plastigage to find the clearance in thousandths of a millimeter. If temperatures change depending on where you measure, it indicates how much the shaft narrows, so write down all your results. Refer to the sea supply store to see which Plastigage is right for you, depending on the specifications in your engine's guide. After that, put in the appropriate crankshaft bearings to meet the required bearing clearances.