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Rear main bearing cap???

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by donoho34, Nov 6, 2011.

  1. donoho34

    donoho34 putting it back together

    OK,,,, finally decided to tear into the motor. 225 V6 Dauntless. New experience for me. How new? Well let's just say that it was the first time I had ever laid eyes on a cam, lifter, push rod, etc..... So I'm down to removing the crankshaft. I have all of the main bearing caps removed except for the rear main cap. The bolts are out of it,,,,, soooooo, is there a trick to removing the bearing cap. The FSM says to utilize some sort of "bolt" Part #W232???? Not sure what that is. All I know is that the thing doesnt seem to want to move.
    On a positive note, I was very pleased with the looks of all of the bearings I have removed so far. I don't know engines, but I work maintenance at our local electrical powerhouse and have seen alot worse bearings in my day.
    Thanks for any help guys.
     
    donoho34, Nov 6, 2011
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  2. Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

    Put the bolts in the holes part way and use them as levers to try and rock it back and forth. You might also need to tap it back and forth with a hammer (brass hammer or use a brass drift). It'll loosen up; it's held in there by the side seals..
     
    Patrick, Nov 6, 2011
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