How to Properly Install Rod Bearings and Ensure Optimal Performance on Dodge Challenger?

The caps need to be labeled before removing, as they cannot be switched and you should use a wood stand rather than a metal one. The bearing shells go on with the tangs in the proper grooves of the rods and caps, making certain the cap's tang points to the same side as the rod. Every non-assembled rod on the bank should be fitted with limits for out-of-round held to 0.008 mm (0.0003 in.) applied to its crankshaft journal. They are standard, 0.025 mm (0.001 in.) and 0.254 mm (0.010 in.) undersized and should always be installed as a pair, either new or worn. Plastigage should be used to measure both the main bearing and connecting rod bearing clearance and any necking on the rod bearing bolts should be checked; damaged bolts have to be replaced. A straight edge or scale should be used to check the bolts for stretching: if all threads don't contact the scale, replace the bolts. Before you fit them, remove any dirt from the threads, carefully look them over and install clean bolts with your fingers. Then, turn each one (while tightening them alternately) to the recommended assembly torque. To measure connecting rod side clearance, install a dial indicator at a stationary place on the engine block, making sure the probe is against the connecting rod cap you are examining. Tilt the connecting rod toward the backmost position, zero the dial, move it forward as far as you can, read the length and compare it to what is specified. Please follow the same steps for all the connecting rods as you turn the crankshaft to allow for a proper view.

What Precautions Should Be Taken When Fitting Rod Bearings During Assembly on Dodge Charger?

Work on each connecting rod set, joining them one by one and paying attention to the unmarked bearing caps, marking each when it's taken off for correct assembly later. Don't use a punch to mark the rods and make sure you don't scratch the surfaces on where the fractured rod and cap meet, because this can damage the engine. Put the bearing shells on the rods so that the tangs slide into the machined holes and check that the hole in the upper bearing is on the same side as the squirt hole in the rod. The maximum taper allowable on a crankshaft journal is 0.015 mm (0.0006 in.), while the out-of-round tolerance is 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.). The bearings are supplied smaller than required by 0.001 inch or 0.0025 inch and this is added during installation. It is necessary to install two bearings of the same age in each location and never mix old with new or file the rods and bearing caps. For main bearing and connecting rod bearing clearance, put some plastigage in place and find the clearance standards in the engine handbook. If the threads of your connecting rod bearing cap bolts look stretched, replace the bolts. Rod cap bolts are held simply by a mild press and to remove them, carefully hammer out the bolt head with a punch to avoid damaging the rod cap. Press a scale against the threads; if some places on the threads are empty, change the bolt immediately. First, grease the threads with oil, put bolts in by hand and sync the bolts by alternately tightening them to specification. First, use a dial indicator on a fixed part of the engine and locate the dial on the cap of the connecting rod. Set the dial to zero, lower the connecting rod fully, read the indicator and compare the result to the listed specs, repeating this for every rod and as you rotate the crankshaft for access.

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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 5174612AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5093448AB, 5012588AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Caravan | 1996-2005 | Base, ES, Ec, SE | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Grand Caravan | 2000-2005, 1996-1997 | Base, SE | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Neon | 2003-2005 | SRT-4 | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Stratus | 1995-2006 | Base, ES, SE, SE Plus, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 4884913AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod +3 Micron See Note
- Replaces: 1115A151, 4884913AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2007-2014 | Express, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Caliber | 2007-2009 | 1.8L L4, 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4
- Journey | 2009-2020 | AVP, Base, Crossroad, Express, SE, SE Value, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5184113AF
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm See Note; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm
- Replaces: 5184113AE
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2011-2014 | Express, Heat, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT, SXT Plus | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Challenger | 2011-2023 | GT, Rallye Redline, SE, SXT, SXT Plus | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Charger | 2011-2023 | GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, SE, SXT, SXT Plus, SXT Plus Leather | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Durango | 2011-2015 | Citadel, Crew, Express, Heat, Limited, Rallye, SXT, Special Service | 3.6L V6, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Grand Caravan | 2011-2020 | American Value Package, C/V, Crew, Express, GT, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SE 30th Anniversary Edition, SE Plus, SXT, SXT 30th Anniversary Edition | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Journey | 2011-2019 | Crew, Crossroad, GT, Limited, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5184111AF
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm See Note; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm
- Replaces: 5184111AE
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2011-2014 | Express, Heat, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT, SXT Plus | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Challenger | 2011-2023 | GT, Rallye Redline, SE, SXT, SXT Plus | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Charger | 2011-2023 | GT, GT Plus, Pursuit, SE, SXT, SXT Plus, SXT Plus Leather | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Durango | 2011-2015 | Citadel, Crew, Express, Heat, Limited, Rallye, SXT, Special Service | 3.6L V6, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Grand Caravan | 2011-2020 | American Value Package, C/V, Crew, Express, GT, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SE 30th Anniversary Edition, SE Plus, SXT, SXT 30th Anniversary Edition | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Journey | 2011-2019 | Crew, Crossroad, GT, Limited, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5047638AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +3 Micron Used For Upper And Lower; Bearing Connecting Rod +3 Micron See Note
- Replaces: 5047638AB
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dart | 2012-2016 | GT, Limited, R/T, Rallye, SE, SXT, SXT Sport | 2.0L L4, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5047637AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard Used For Upper And Lower; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 5047637AB
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dart | 2012-2016 | GT, Limited, R/T, Rallye, SE, SXT, SXT Sport | 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 4884911AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod-3 Micron See Note
- Replaces: 4884911AA, 1115A149
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2007-2014 | Express, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Caliber | 2007-2009 | 1.8L L4, 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4
- Journey | 2009-2020 | AVP, Base, Crossroad, Express, SE, SE Value, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893953AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm; Bearing Connecting Rod - .006Mm
- Replaces: 4893837AA, 68088070AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Durango | 2016-2025 | Citadel, GT, GT Plus, GT Premium, Limited, Pursuit, SXT, SXT Plus, Special Service | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4626657AD
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Bearings; Bearing Package Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4626657AB, 4626657AC
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Charger | 2006-2007 | Base, Pursuit, SE, SXT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Intrepid | 1993-2004 | Base, ES, Police, R/T, SE, SXT | 3.2L V6, 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Magnum | 2005-2007 | SE, SXT, SXT Special Edition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893951AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm
- Replaces: 4893835AA, 68088068AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Durango | 2016-2025 | Citadel, GT, GT Plus, GT Premium, Limited, Pursuit, SXT, SXT Plus, Special Service | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893952AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4893836AA, 68088069AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Durango | 2016-2025 | Citadel, GT, GT Plus, GT Premium, Limited, Pursuit, SXT, SXT Plus, Special Service | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68362046AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard Upper And Lower; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5086003AD, 5086003AC, 5086003AE
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Challenger | 2008-2023 | 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker, R/T 392, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack Shaker Widebody, R/T Scat Pack Widebody, SRT 392, SRT Demon, SRT Demon 170, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak, SRT Jailbreak, SRT Super Stock, SRT8, Scat Pack, Scat Pack 392 Widebody, T/A 392, T/A 392 Widebody | 6.1L V8, 6.2L V8, 6.4L V8, 8 Cyl 6.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
- Charger | 2012-2023, 2008-2010 | Daytona 392, R/T 392, R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak, SRT Jailbreak, SRT8, Scat Pack, Scat Pack 392 Widebody, Scat Pack Widebody | 6.1L V8, 6.2L V8, 6.4L V8, 8 Cyl 6.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
- Durango | 2018-2025 | SRT, SRT 392, SRT 392 Plus, SRT 392 Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Plus, SRT Hellcat Premium | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
- Magnum | 2008 | 6.1L V8
- Viper | 2009-2010 | SRT-10, SRT-10 ACR | 10 Cyl 8.4 L GAS
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 5012363AE
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5012363AC, 5012363AD, 5018584AB, 5012363AB
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dakota | 2000-2010 | Base, Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX, TRX4 | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
- Durango | 2000-2009 | Adventurer, Base, Limited, SE, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
- Ram 1500 | 2002-2010 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, TRX, TRX4 | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
- Ram 2500 | 2004
- Ram 3500 | 2004
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 68052222AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 5019447AA, 68052222AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Dakota | 2004-2010 | Base, Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX, TRX4 | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Durango | 2004-2009 | SE, SLT, ST, SXT | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Nitro | 2007-2011 | Heat, SE, SLT, SXT | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Ram 1500 | 2002-2010 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Ram 2500 | 2004
- Ram 3500 | 2004
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Dodge Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68002286AC
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- Other Name: Bearing Kit - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 68002286AA, 68002286AB
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2007-2010 | R/T | 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Challenger | 2009-2010 | SE | 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Charger | 2007-2010 | Pursuit, SE, SXT | 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Grand Caravan | 2008-2010 | SXT | 4.0L V6, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Journey | 2009-2010 | Crew, R/T, SXT | 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Magnum | 2007-2008 | SE, SXT | 3.5L V6, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Nitro | 2007-2011 | Detonator, Heat, R/T, SXT, Shock | 4.0L V6, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 5161294AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Kit - Connecting Rod; Bearing Package Connecting Rod Standard: One [1] Upper & One [1] Lower Bearing.
- Replaces: 5012056AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Caravan | 1990-2007 | Base, C/V, ES, LE, SE, SXT, Sport | 3.3L V6, 3.8L V6, 6 Cyl 3.3 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Dynasty | 1990-1993 | Base, LE, LS | 6 Cyl 3.3 L GAS
- Grand Caravan | 1990-2010 | Anniversary Edition, Base, C/V, EL, ES, EX, LE, SE, SE Plus, SXT, Sport | 3.3L V6, 3.8L V6, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Intrepid | 1993-1997 | Base, ES | 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L GAS
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Dodge 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
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Challenger | 2009-2023 | R/T, R/T Classic, R/T Plus, R/T Plus Shaker, R/T Shaker, T/A | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Charger | 2006-2023 | Daytona, Pursuit, R/T, R/T Road & Track, SE | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Durango | 2011-2025, 2006-2009 | Adventurer, Citadel, Crew, GT, Limited, Pursuit, R/T, R/T Hemi Orange, R/T Plus, R/T Premium, SLT, SXT, Special Service | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Magnum | 2006-2008 | R/T | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Ram 1500 | 2006-2010 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Ram 2500 | 2008-2010, 2006 | Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, SXT, TRX | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Ram 3500 | 2008-2009, 2006 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Dodge Bearings Part Number: 4884912AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 1115A150, 4884912AA
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Avenger | 2007-2014 | Express, Lux, Mainstreet, R/T, SE, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Caliber | 2007-2012 | Express, Heat, Mainstreet, R/T, Rush, SE, SXT, SXT Plus, Uptown | 1.8L L4, 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Journey | 2009-2020 | AVP, Base, Crossroad, Express, SE, SE Value, SXT | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Dodge Bearing Part Number: 5102123AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- Ram 2500 | 2003-2010 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
- Ram 3500 | 2003-2010 | Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Dodge Bearing Part Number: 68001948AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4429175, 4429175AB
Fits the following Dodge Models:
- D150 | 1989-1993 | 5.9L L6
- D250 | 1989-1993 | Base | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL
- D350 | 1989-1993 | Base | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL
- Ram 1500 | 2003-2004, 2001, 1997-1999
- Ram 2500 | 1994-2010 | Base, Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
- Ram 3500 | 1994-2010 | Base, Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX4 | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
- Ramcharger | 1989-1993 | 5.9L L6
- W150 | 1989-1993 | 5.9L L6
- W250 | 1989-1993 | Base | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL
- W350 | 1989-1993 | Base | 5.9L L6, 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL
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Connecting Rod Bearing
68002286AC
Q: How to Properly Install Rod Bearings and Ensure Optimal Performance on Dodge Challenger?
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The caps need to be labeled before removing, as they cannot be switched and you should use a wood stand rather than a metal one. The bearing shells go on with the tangs in the proper grooves of the rods and caps, making certain the cap's tang points to the same side as the rod. Every non-assembled rod on the bank should be fitted with limits for out-of-round held to 0.008 mm (0.0003 in.) applied to its crankshaft journal. They are standard, 0.025 mm (0.001 in.) and 0.254 mm (0.010 in.) undersized and should always be installed as a pair, either new or worn. Plastigage should be used to measure both the main bearing and connecting rod bearing clearance and any necking on the rod bearing bolts should be checked; damaged bolts have to be replaced. A straight edge or scale should be used to check the bolts for stretching: if all threads don't contact the scale, replace the bolts. Before you fit them, remove any dirt from the threads, carefully look them over and install clean bolts with your fingers. Then, turn each one (while tightening them alternately) to the recommended assembly torque. To measure connecting rod side clearance, install a dial indicator at a stationary place on the engine block, making sure the probe is against the connecting rod cap you are examining. Tilt the connecting rod toward the backmost position, zero the dial, move it forward as far as you can, read the length and compare it to what is specified. Please follow the same steps for all the connecting rods as you turn the crankshaft to allow for a proper view.
Connecting Rod Bearing
68029429AC
Q: What Precautions Should Be Taken When Fitting Rod Bearings During Assembly on Dodge Charger?
A:
Work on each connecting rod set, joining them one by one and paying attention to the unmarked bearing caps, marking each when it's taken off for correct assembly later. Don't use a punch to mark the rods and make sure you don't scratch the surfaces on where the fractured rod and cap meet, because this can damage the engine. Put the bearing shells on the rods so that the tangs slide into the machined holes and check that the hole in the upper bearing is on the same side as the squirt hole in the rod. The maximum taper allowable on a crankshaft journal is 0.015 mm (0.0006 in.), while the out-of-round tolerance is 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.). The bearings are supplied smaller than required by 0.001 inch or 0.0025 inch and this is added during installation. It is necessary to install two bearings of the same age in each location and never mix old with new or file the rods and bearing caps. For main bearing and connecting rod bearing clearance, put some plastigage in place and find the clearance standards in the engine handbook. If the threads of your connecting rod bearing cap bolts look stretched, replace the bolts. Rod cap bolts are held simply by a mild press and to remove them, carefully hammer out the bolt head with a punch to avoid damaging the rod cap. Press a scale against the threads; if some places on the threads are empty, change the bolt immediately. First, grease the threads with oil, put bolts in by hand and sync the bolts by alternately tightening them to specification. First, use a dial indicator on a fixed part of the engine and locate the dial on the cap of the connecting rod. Set the dial to zero, lower the connecting rod fully, read the indicator and compare the result to the listed specs, repeating this for every rod and as you rotate the crankshaft for access.