Measure the O.D. of the idle gear shaft [Figure 60-100-19]. Measure the I.D. of the idle gear bushing [Figure 60-100-19]. If the clearance exceeds the…

Measure the cylinder block bore in the engine block [Figure 60-100-15]. Measure the camshaft journal [Figure 60-100-16]. Calculate the oil clearance. If the clearance exceeds…

Remove the timing gearcase cover. (See Timing Gearcase Cover Removal And Installation on Page 60-100-1.) Remove the snap ring (Item 1) [Figure 60-100-11] and collar…

When the gears are installed, check the backlash of the gears. Install a dial indicator [Figure 60-100-10]. Hold one gear while turning the other gear…

Remove the fuel injection pump. (See Fuel Injection Pump Removal And Installation on Page 60-50-4.) Remove the cylinder head, rocker arms and push rods. (See…

Put the crankshaft on V-blocks. Install a dial indicator on the center journal [Figure 60-90-24]. Turn the crankshaft at a slow rate to obtain the…

Remove the piston and connecting rod assemblies. (See Piston And Connecting Rod Removal And Installation on Page 60-90-1.) Mark and remove the inside screws (Item…

Remove the timing gearcase cover. (See Timing Gearcase Cover Removal And Installation on Page 60-100-1.) Remove the idle gear. (See Idle Gear And Camshaft Removal…

NOTE: The small end bushing is the basis of this check, check the bushing for wear before doing this check. Install the piston pin into…

Use a gauge to check the inside measurement of the cylinder bore [Figure 60-90-12]. Measure the six points as shown in [Figure 60-90-13] to find…