How to Service and Repair Rod Bearing and Crankshaft Journal Clearance on Dodge Ram 3500?

Before doing anything else, measure the connecting rod bore with the bearings out and the bolts fastened to 100 Nm (73 ft. lbs.). Now, check the bore of the connecting rod with the bearings in place, keeping the torque constant and make two measurements 20° from the parting line on each side. Find out the smallest and largest diameter of the circle. Measure where the rod journal hangs on the transmission shaft and then calculate the average diameter between both halves of the journal. Find the minimum bearing clearance by calculating the difference among the smallest rod size with the bearing, the centerline and each journal's average diameter. For ideal bearing fit, determine the difference between the biggest rod diameter and the average size with the bearing in each crankshaft journal. If the crankshaft fits inside limits, just replace the bearing. On the other hand, if it's out of limits, decrease the crankshaft size and fit oversized bearings.

How Can Rod Bearings Be Properly Installed to Ensure Optimal Assembly and Lubrication on Dodge Ram 3500?

Make sure all rods are installed on one bank before switching to the other, because the connecting rods and pistons can't be interchanged. After removing a bearing cap, don't forget to mark it so the correct match is reassembled, since each cap's V-groove is on its parting faces. Ensure the V-groove of the shell goes with the groove in the cap as it helps the lubricant reach the cylinder's opposite wall. Attach the bearing shells with the tangs fitting nicely into the corresponding machined grooves found in the rods and caps. Tolerance for both taper and out-of-round on crankshaft journals should been no more than 0.025 mm. Bearings are offered in sizes 0.025 mm (0.001 inch) undersize, 0.051 mm (0.002 inch) undersize, 0.076 mm (0.003 inch) undersize, 0.254 mm (0.010 inch) undersize and 0.305 mm (0.012 inch) undersize. Cut the rods into two pieces and place the bearings and bearing caps in pairs, ensuring you don't cross them with older or new halves.

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Dodge Ram 3500 Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68207790AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5086003AB
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- 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 3500 Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68029429AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 68029429AB, 68029429AA, 68029429AI, 68060359AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 | 5.7L V8
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Dodge Ram 3500 Bearing Part Number: 68001948AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4429175, 4429175AB
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- 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 | Base, Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Dodge Ram 3500 Rod Bearings Part Number: 2421305
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing; Connecting Rod Bearing Pair; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Connecting Rod Bearing Package, Standard; Includes various connecting rod bearings.
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- 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 | Base, Laramie, SLT, ST | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 3500 Bearing Part Number: 5102123AA
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- 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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- 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport | 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Dodge Ram 3500 Bearings Part Number: 68001945AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod .50 Mm U/S
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- 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport | 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod .25 Mm U/S
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- 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport | 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL

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The Dodge Ram 3500 Rod Bearing remains as one of the most prominent automobile parts that signifies the qualities of excellence within the market. The Rod Bearing is specifically built to help in bearing the load of the Crankshaft so that the linear movement of the engine pistons can be accurately converted to rotatory movement. This is particularly important for the Dodge Ram 3500 since it is a truck that has been specially designed for work and with extreme work capabilities. The Rod Bearing improves the productivity and durability of the Ram 3500 and it functions to minimize the fiscal between the pistons and conrods forces endured by the engine. Applicable for different models of the Dodge Ram 3500, this component is highly resistant to harsh driving conditions and can serve as effective for working and leisure purposes. Among the remarkably beneficial things concerning the Dodge Ram 3500 Rod Bearing is that it is manufactural in a way that increases the durability of the engine. Moreover, the full-floating axle design of the Ram 3500 helps in the improvement of the effectiveness of the Rod Bearing on the task since the load required for the delivery of torque is well distributed. Those features and the generally good name of the Dodg Ram 3500 Rod Bearing represents the integral component at the Ram 3500, to prepare this car for the role of a leader in the segment of full-size pick-up trucks, that will run on the roads for many years.

Dodge Ram 3500 Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

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68207790AA
Q: How to Service and Repair Rod Bearing and Crankshaft Journal Clearance on Dodge Ram 3500?
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Before doing anything else, measure the connecting rod bore with the bearings out and the bolts fastened to 100 Nm (73 ft. lbs.). Now, check the bore of the connecting rod with the bearings in place, keeping the torque constant and make two measurements 20° from the parting line on each side. Find out the smallest and largest diameter of the circle. Measure where the rod journal hangs on the transmission shaft and then calculate the average diameter between both halves of the journal. Find the minimum bearing clearance by calculating the difference among the smallest rod size with the bearing, the centerline and each journal's average diameter. For ideal bearing fit, determine the difference between the biggest rod diameter and the average size with the bearing in each Crankshaft journal. If the crankshaft fits inside limits, just replace the bearing. On the other hand, if it's out of limits, decrease the crankshaft size and fit oversized bearings.
Bearing
68001948AA
Q: How Can Rod Bearings Be Properly Installed to Ensure Optimal Assembly and Lubrication on Dodge Ram 3500?
A:
Make sure all rods are installed on one bank before switching to the other, because the connecting rods and Pistons can't be interchanged. After removing a bearing cap, don't forget to mark it so the correct match is reassembled, since each cap's V-groove is on its parting faces. Ensure the V-groove of the shell goes with the groove in the cap as it helps the lubricant reach the cylinder's opposite wall. Attach the bearing shells with the tangs fitting nicely into the corresponding machined grooves found in the rods and caps. Tolerance for both taper and out-of-round on crankshaft journals should been no more than 0.025 mm. Bearings are offered in sizes 0.025 mm (0.001 inch) undersize, 0.051 mm (0.002 inch) undersize, 0.076 mm (0.003 inch) undersize, 0.254 mm (0.010 inch) undersize and 0.305 mm (0.012 inch) undersize. Cut the rods into two pieces and place the bearings and bearing caps in pairs, ensuring you don't cross them with older or new halves.