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How does Ed size the crank and bearings on this 1938 Flathead?

The crank is worn a couple of thousandths, so it will be turned. Ed expects to buy standard bearings for the rod side and 10 under for the crank once it is turned. He says the bearings are hard to find.

Expert

Ed Smith

Evidence

expert attributed

Component

crankshaft and bearings

Applicable scope

1938 Ford Flathead V8, 21-stud, 221 cubic inch, as Ed describes it